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Daniel Rodriguez
Updated on February 16, 2026
Former actor and skateboarder who gained recognition for his performance in the controversial 1995 film, Kids. Months before his death, he played Lil' Mafia in King of the Jungle.
Before Fame
He was cast in Kids after director Larry Clark observed him skateboarding in Washington Square Park.
Trivia
In 2000, he was found dead in his room at the Bellagio Hotel in Las Vegas. According to hotel security, he'd hung himself.
Family Life
He married Gina Rizzo in 1999.
Associated With
He also appeared on the sitcom, Malcolm in the Middle, which starred Jane Kaczmarek.
