I like to consider myself an actor who just happens to be Hispanic.
Meaning of the quote
Mario Lopez is saying that he is an actor first and foremost, and his Hispanic background is just a part of who he is. He doesn't want to be defined solely by his ethnicity, but rather by his talent and skills as an actor. He sees himself as an actor who happens to be Hispanic, not the other way around.
About Mario Lopez
Mario Lopez is an American actor and television host known for his roles on the hit TV series Saved by the Bell. He has also appeared on various other shows, movies, and even Broadway, and has hosted popular entertainment news programs like Extra and Access Hollywood.
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