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An American Story

Everyone’s Invited

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An American Story

By: Wilmer Valderrama
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A love letter to America from the pen of actor, producer, immigrant, and activist Wilmer Valderrama.

In this timely memoir, Valderrama looks back on his journey from a tiny pueblo in Venezuela to the big city of Los Angeles—how he discovered his calling as an actor and later as a USO Global Ambassador, found work in Hollywood as an unproven Latino actor, and used his determination and success to build a new life for himself, his family, and many others.

Raised by two hard working parents as they navigated their family through a rapidly changing country and the rise of Venezuela's controversial former leader Hugo Chavez, Valderrama delves into his family's flight from their home and the challenges of emigrating to the United States.

After being cast in a school theatre production, Valderrama knew he had found his calling and began thinking of ways to help support his struggling family. He would attempt the impossible: find work in Hollywood as an unproven Latino actor. Following countless auditions and frequent criticisms of his accent, he created the personality that would eventually land him the role as Fez on That 70s Show.

It catapulted him to stardom.

Over the coming years, he would create the smash show, Yo Mamma, voice the lead character in Disney's Encanto, and eventually join the cast of NCIS. But it was through service to others and his first USO trip where Valderrama found his further calling—entertaining and encouraging U.S. troops around the world.

The saga of a determined soul, An American Story: Everyone's Invited is an exploration of America through the eyes of a young immigrant from Venezuela who had a dream to change the world, a talent for entertaining, and the resolve to build a new life, taking as many as possible with him on the journey.

"This is my way of showing my love, my gratitude to the country that changed my whole life."

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©2024 Wilmer Valderrama (P)2024 Harper Select
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Inspiring Immigrant Journey • Heartfelt Storytelling • Soothing Narration • Uplifting Life Lessons
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I recommend this book to anyone it's a great adventure. long live fez that 70s show

the dream of a little boy achieving his dreams in the usa

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I couldn’t stop listening. I laughed, cried, felt inspired and left feeling revived. You wrote brilliantly.

Inspired by your origin story

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This book takes you on a journey not only through the life of Wilmer but through the Latina culture and issues within the culture in America today. This book is also much broader than just that. This shows that no matter who you are and where you come from you always keep pushing and you’ll obtain great heights! This book encapsulates you and makes you keep coming back for more! Great read! 10/10 would recommend.

Eye opening

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I knew nothing of his story until listening to this. The fact that he had dreams of being a Military fighter pilot and gives so much of his time to supporting our Military, says a lot about who he is and what he stands for.

I Learned So Much!

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Loved the book! I could relate to so much of his story and agree with his political views. Highly recommend to everyone.

Immigrants story in America

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I loved everything about this/him. Such a determined person his whole life and his attitude behind it was truly astounding.

Truly he is such an inspiration!! Incredible human.

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This book touched my heart in ways I never thought possible. As an immigrant, Wilmer Parents experiences mirrored my own in countless ways, evoking laughter, tears, and a surge of determination. I'm inspired to take action, praying for guidance to uplift myself, my family, and my community, knowing that everything is possible, you just need to believe and work for it! Your courage and honesty are truly uplifting. 10 out 10 .

Too close to home…

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I totally loved this book. Wilmer was very honest and vulnerable in sharing his American story. Thank you

Compassion

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I knew so little of Mr. Valderrama's story and life, but caught a short clip of the audio book and was hooked. Such a wonderful telling of his life and all of his achievements. I have to say I'm a fan! That 70s show came out right after I entered college so I never really watched it I'm definitely going back and watching it now! That and all of his work since!

Everyone Should Listen

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His story telling is one of the best I’ve heard. I could feel his passion and extreme humbleness through his story telling.

What a great story!

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