The theater department head of The University of Texas-Pan American,
Marian Monta, gave him $2000 out of her own pocket after he graduated
to help him get to Los Angeles.
Valente Rodriguez not only attended The University of Texas-Pan American
(UTPA) but is also from the area, the Rio Grande Valley.
Received a Distinguished Alumni Award from The University of Texas-Pan
American in 2006 for his success in television and film.
On July 30th of 2005 threw out the first pitch for the
Astros vs. Mets game, Astros won that game 2-0.