{"id":45310,"date":"2022-11-01T16:06:12","date_gmt":"2022-11-01T21:06:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tvmeg.com\/?p=45310"},"modified":"2023-07-16T18:12:06","modified_gmt":"2023-07-16T23:12:06","slug":"lopez-vs-lopez","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tvmeg.com\/index.php\/2022\/11\/01\/lopez-vs-lopez\/","title":{"rendered":"Interview with the cast of &#8220;Lopez Vs. Lopez&#8221;"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3><strong>TV Interview!<\/strong><\/h3>\n<script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js\"><\/script>\r\n<!-- TVMEGBODY -->\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:block\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1056557952271337\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"8801203268\"\r\n     data-ad-format=\"auto\"\r\n     data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-45315\" src=\"https:\/\/tvmeg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/lopezcast.jpg\" alt=\"LOPEZ VS LOPEZ -- &quot;Lopez vs Lopez - Premiere Event&quot; NeueHouse Hollywood -- Pictured: (l-r) Matt Shively, Al Madrigal, Mayan Lopez, George Lopez, Selenis Leyva, Laci Mosley -- (Photo by: Chris Haston\/NBC)\" width=\"443\" height=\"216\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tvmeg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/lopezcast.jpg 821w, https:\/\/tvmeg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/lopezcast-300x146.jpg 300w, https:\/\/tvmeg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/lopezcast-768x374.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 443px) 100vw, 443px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Interview with Executive Producers Bruce Helford and Debby Wolfe, and actors George Lopez, Selenis Leyva, Mayan Lopez, Al Madrigal, and Matt Shively of &#8220;Lopez vs. Lopez&#8221; on NBC by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tvmeg.com\/index.php\/2020\/06\/13\/biosuzanne\/\">Suzanne<\/a> 9\/15\/22<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>I enjoyed speaking with these actors because they&#8217;re all very funny. Because it was a TCA panel, I was only able to ask one question, so I chose to ask George and Maya what it was like to work with each other (since they&#8217;re father and daughter in real life). I would have loved to chatted with Al as well. It&#8217;s a pretty funny sitcom, and it&#8217;s based on their real lives.\u00a0 For some reason, George was wearing sunglasses during the entire interview. I thought that was strange, since we were all indoors.<\/p>\n<p>NBC UNIVERSAL 2022 TCA PRESS TOUR<br \/>\nLOPEZ VS. LOPEZ<\/p>\n<p>Selenis Leyva, Talent<br \/>\nGeorge Lopez, Talent\/Executive Producer<br \/>\nMayan Lopez, Talent\/Producer<br \/>\nAl Madrigal, Talent<br \/>\nMatt Shively, Talent<br \/>\nBruce Helford, Executive Producer<br \/>\nDebby Wolfe, Showrunner\/Executive Producer<\/p>\n<p>Virtual via Zoom<br \/>\nSeptember 15, 2022<br \/>\n\u00a9 2022 NBC Universal. All rights reserved.<\/p>\n<p>In a virtual press conference via Zoom at the NBC Universal 2022 TCA Press Tour, the cast and producers of the upcoming series &#8220;Lopez vs. Lopez&#8221; gathered to discuss the highly-anticipated show. The talent-filled panel included Selenis Leyva, George Lopez, Mayan Lopez, Al Madrigal, Matt Shively, Bruce Helford, and Debby Wolfe, who shared insights into the show&#8217;s creation, its autobiographical elements, and the significance of representation in the Latinx community.<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-45312 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/tvmeg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/lopezes.jpg\" alt=\"NBCUNIVERSAL EVENTS -- NBCUniversal Press Tour, January 15, 2023 -- Pictured: (l-r) NBC\u2019s \u201cLopez vs. Lopez\u201d, Mayan Lopez, George Lopez -- (Photo by: Todd Williamson\/NBCUniversal)\" width=\"271\" height=\"188\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tvmeg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/lopezes.jpg 433w, https:\/\/tvmeg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/lopezes-300x208.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 271px) 100vw, 271px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&#8220;Lopez vs. Lopez&#8221; is a working-class family comedy that delves into themes of dysfunction, reconnection, and the rollercoaster of emotions that come with family dynamics. The series is set to premiere on Friday, November 4th, at 8 p.m. on NBC, with subsequent episodes streaming on Peacock the following day.<\/p>\n<p>During the panel, a clip from &#8220;Lopez vs. Lopez&#8221; was shown, giving the press a glimpse of the show&#8217;s humor and heart. The cast and producers, seated in two rows on the Zoom call, were ready to answer questions and discuss their experiences working on the series.<\/p>\n<p>Mayan Lopez, who plays a version of herself on the show, was asked about the autobiographical elements of her character and the similarities to her real-life relationship with her father, George Lopez. Mayan shared that her parents divorced about ten years ago, and there was a period of estrangement between her and her father for approximately three years. However, the pandemic brought them back together, and they started creating TikToks as a way to reconnect. This eventually led to the birth of the idea for &#8220;Lopez vs. Lopez.&#8221; Mayan emphasized that while her character&#8217;s story reflects her own experiences, it also draws from the stories of the show&#8217;s writers and explores the cultural aspects of Latino parent-child relationships.<\/p>\n<p>George Lopez, both talent and executive producer on the show, was asked about the differences between &#8220;Lopez vs. Lopez&#8221; and his previous show, &#8220;George Lopez.&#8221; He highlighted the evolution of comedy, changes in social media, and the availability of talented actors, making the production process easier. Bruce Helford, executive producer, added that the casting landscape has changed significantly, allowing for more diverse and talented performers, particularly within the Latinx community.<\/p>\n<p>Debby Wolfe, showrunner and executive producer, praised George Lopez and his previous show for paving the way for Latinx talent and opening doors for diverse stories. She emphasized that &#8220;Lopez vs. Lopez&#8221; continues that legacy, bringing together a talented cast and crew to share authentic and relatable experiences.<\/p>\n<p>Selenis Leyva, who plays a fictionalized version of a real person in the show, spoke about her approach to the role and the blending of her own experiences with the character. She highlighted the complexity and talent of George Lopez and Mayan Lopez, emphasizing that while they play versions of themselves, their performances require depth and skill. Debby Wolfe clarified that Selenis&#8217; character, Rosie, is a fictionalized blend of various Latina moms, drawing inspiration from her own mother and other Latina writers in the room.<\/p>\n<p>The panel also discussed the unique experience of working with family members. Mayan expressed gratitude for the opportunity to work alongside her father and called it a gift and a once-in-a-lifetime experience. George Lopez shared his admiration for the talented cast and the joy of being able to work with his daughter. The show&#8217;s executive producer, Bruce Helford, praised the genuine connection between George and Mayan on and off-screen, noting that their real-life bond shines through their performances.<\/p>\n<p>Matt Shively, another cast member, discussed his role as Quinten on the show and how it differs from his previous comedic roles. He mentioned the emotional depth required for his character and expressed gratitude for the opportunity to work with the talented ensemble.<\/p>\n<p>Throughout the panel, the importance of representation in the Latinx community was a recurring theme. Debby Wolfe acknowledged the progress made in recent years but stressed the need for further advancements in on-screen and behind-the-scenes representation. She highlighted the responsibility of &#8220;Lopez vs. Lopez&#8221; to tell authentic stories and open doors for Latinx talent.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-45313 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/tvmeg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/lopez.jpg\" alt=\"NBCUNIVERSAL EVENTS -- NBCUniversal Press Tour, January 15, 2023 -- Pictured: NBC\u2019s \u201cLopez vs. Lopez\u201d, George Lopez -- (Photo by: Todd Williamson\/NBCUniversal)\" width=\"138\" height=\"199\" \/>In conclusion, the cast and producers expressed their excitement for &#8220;Lopez vs. Lopez&#8221; and its potential to resonate with audiences, sparking conversations and connections within their own families. They recognized the significance of being part of a show that represents the Latinx community while telling universal stories of flawed, yet loving families.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;Lopez vs. Lopez&#8221; is poised to make its mark as a groundbreaking comedy, continuing the legacy set by George Lopez and opening doors for diverse storytelling and representation on television.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>MORE INFO:<\/p>\n<div class=\"description\">\n<div class=\"show-description\">\n<div>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-45314 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/tvmeg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/lopezkeyart.png\" alt=\"&quot;Lopez vs. Lopez&quot; key art\" width=\"358\" height=\"238\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tvmeg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/lopezkeyart.png 451w, https:\/\/tvmeg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/lopezkeyart-300x200.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 358px) 100vw, 358px\" \/>George Lopez is back in primetime and this time he\u2019s bringing his real-life daughter, Mayan. This hilarious and heartwarming comedy tells the story of a working-class old-school Latino who moves in with his modern Gen Z daughter as they rebuild their dysfunctional relationship one argument at a time. It\u2019s old vs. new, father vs. daughter, Lopez vs. Lopez.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cLopez vs Lopez\u201d is produced by Universal Television, a division of Universal Studio Group in association with Mohawk Productions, Travieso Productions, Mi Vida Loba and 3 Arts.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"content bios__content\">\n<h3>George\u00a0Lopez<\/h3>\n<h4>George Lopez\/Executive Producer, \u201cLopez vs. Lopez\u201d<\/h4>\n<div class=\"bios__wrapper\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"photo\">\n<div class=\"photo__image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"ed3916dc-3fb1-4839-8876-d806aedda671\" class=\"photo__asset alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/lightbox-thumbnails.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/NUP_197218\/ed3916dc-3fb1-4839-8876-d806aedda671\/NUP_197218_01289.jpg\" alt=\"LOPEZ VS. LOPEZ -- Season: Pilot -- Pictured: George Lopez as George -- (Photo by: Chris Haston\/NBC)\" width=\"166\" height=\"222\" \/><\/div>\n<div class=\"photo__buttons\">George Lopez plays himself and executive produces the new NBC comedy \u201cLopez vs. Lopez.\u201d<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p>Lopez has broken ground for Latino comics by embracing his ethnicity, confronting racial stereotypes, and fighting for his community on and off the stage. He will join the DC universe in 2023 in the superhero film \u201cBlue Beetle.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Lopez\u2019s \u201cOMG Hi!\u201d comedy tour concluded in the fall. He has four HBO specials on his resume: \u201cThe Wall\u201d (2017), \u201cIt\u2019s Not Me, It\u2019s You\u201d (2012), \u201cTall, Dark and Chicano\u201d (2009), which was nominated for a Best Comedy Album Grammy Award, and \u201cAmerica&#8217;s Mexican\u201d (2007).<\/p>\n<p>On television, Lopez produced and starred in \u201cLopez,\u201d a semi-autobiographical single camera sitcom for two seasons on TV Land. In 2014, Lopez co-created and starred in the multi-camera ensemble comedy \u201cSaint George\u201d for FX. He hosted TBS\u2019 inaugural late-night talk show, \u201cLopez Tonight,\u201d for two seasons, marking Lopez\u2019s return to series television after co-creating, writing, producing and starring in ABC\u2019s groundbreaking hit sitcom \u201cGeorge Lopez,\u201d which ran for six seasons.<\/p>\n<p>Lopez\u2019s extensive film credits include \u201cWalking with Herb,\u201d \u201cWestern No Man\u2019s Land,\u201d \u201cThe Tax Collector,\u201d \u201cEl Chicano,\u201d \u201cValentine&#8217;s Day,\u201d \u201cThe Spy Next Door\u201d and \u201cThe Adventures of Sharkboy and Lavagirl.\u201d He starred in and produced the inspirational drama \u201cSpare Parts,\u201d based on a true story about four undocumented Mexican-American teens who team up to build a robot for a national competition. Lopez has lent his voice to a string of animated films, including \u201cRio,\u201d \u201cSmurfs,\u201d \u201cBeverly Hills Chihuahua\u201d and the \u201cCats &amp; Dogs\u201d franchises.<\/p>\n<p>In May 2004, Lopez\u2019s autobiography \u201cWhy You Crying?\u201d earned a spot on The New York Times Bestseller Top 20 List. Lopez released his second memoir in 2013, \u201cI\u2019m Not Gonna Lie and Other Lies You Tell When You Turn 50.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Time magazine named him one of the 25 Most Influential Hispanics in America in 2005 and the Harris Poll named him one of the Top Ten Favorite Television Personalities. The following year, Lopez received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.<\/p>\n<h4>Mayan Lopez, \u201cLopez vs. Lopez\u201d<\/h4>\n<div class=\"bios__wrapper\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"photo\">\n<div class=\"photo__image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"ad9a56e2-912e-43e5-a18a-d01572cd1dfe\" class=\"photo__asset alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/lightbox-thumbnails.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/NUP_197218\/ad9a56e2-912e-43e5-a18a-d01572cd1dfe\/NUP_197218_01473.jpg\" alt=\"LOPEZ VS. LOPEZ -- Season: Pilot -- Pictured: Mayan Lopez as Maya -- (Photo by: Chris Haston\/NBC)\" width=\"170\" height=\"227\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p>Mayan Lopez plays Mayan Lopez on the new NBC comedy \u201cLopez vs. Lopez.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Lopez, who is an actress, producer and Tik Tok influencer, grew upon the set of the hit television series \u201cGeorge Lopez,\u201d which started filming when she was 5 years old.<\/p>\n<p>To help launch her career, Lopez received extensive training at the Conservatory Program at Second City Chicago and Columbia College Chicago\u2019s Comedy Writing and Performance Program. She honed her improv skills while performing with various improv troupes late at night at Second City after the Main Stage shows and also did voiceover work for the local Chicago and regional Midwest market.<\/p>\n<p>Lopez left Chicago and returned to Los Angeles just as the pandemic struck. In quarantine and with no auditions, she started to do Tik Tok videos as a creative outlet and her account took off.<\/p>\n<p>Her other credits include \u201cHandsome: A Netflix Murder Mystery,\u201d \u201cOther People,\u201d \u201cJersey,\u201d \u201cMr. Troop Mom\u201d and \u201cGeorge Lopez.\u201d<\/p>\n<div class=\"content bios__content\">\n<h3>Selenis\u00a0Leyva<\/h3>\n<h4>Rosie \u201cLopez vs. Lopez\u201d<\/h4>\n<div class=\"bios__wrapper\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"photo\">\n<div class=\"photo__image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"84d2cd97-36c7-4357-a4c6-e53cf0eec572\" class=\"photo__asset alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/lightbox-thumbnails.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/NUP_197218\/84d2cd97-36c7-4357-a4c6-e53cf0eec572\/NUP_197218_01495.jpg\" alt=\"LOPEZ VS. LOPEZ -- Season: Pilot -- Pictured: Selenis Leyva as Rosie -- (Photo by: Chris Haston\/NBC)\" width=\"199\" height=\"265\" \/><\/div>\n<div class=\"photo__buttons\">Selenis Leyva portrays Rosie on the new NBC comedy \u201cLopez vs. Lopez.\u201d<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p>Leyva is best known for her co-starring role on the Netflix hit series \u201cOrange Is the New Black\u201d and in the Disney+ original \u201cDiary of a Future President.\u201d For her work on the latter, she won a 2021 Gracie Award, which honors standout women in entertainment and news programming that addresses timely topics and social issues.<\/p>\n<p>Up next, Leyva will star alongside John Boyega and Connie Britton in the drama \u201cBreaking,\u201d which opens in theaters Aug. 26. \u00a0Leyva and her \u201cBreaking\u201d cast won the Special Jury Award for Ensemble Cast in the U.S. Dramatic Competition at this year\u2019s Sundance. She will also star alongside Michael B. Jordan in the highly anticipated \u201cCreed III,\u201d opening Nov. 23. Leyva recently wrapped production on the HBO Max comedy series \u201cGordita Chronicles,\u201d which will chronicle the life of a 12-year-old Dominican girl who struggles to fit into 1980s Miami as her family pursues the American dream.<\/p>\n<div class=\"content bios__content\">\n<h3>Matt\u00a0Shively<\/h3>\n<h4>Quinten, \u201cLopez vs. Lopez\u201d<\/h4>\n<div class=\"bios__wrapper\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"photo\">\n<div class=\"photo__image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"41ba52a1-7461-4526-b8fc-8219b615973c\" class=\"photo__asset alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/lightbox-thumbnails.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/NUP_197218\/41ba52a1-7461-4526-b8fc-8219b615973c\/NUP_197218_01402.jpg\" alt=\"LOPEZ VS. LOPEZ -- Season: Pilot -- Pictured: Matt Shively as Quinten -- (Photo by: Chris Haston\/NBC)\" width=\"206\" height=\"274\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p>Matt Shively plays Quinten on the new NBC comedy \u201cLopez vs. Lopez.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Following high school, Shively launched his career in 2008 with a role on Nickelodeon\u2019s \u201cTrue Jackson VP.\u201d In addition to a series regular role on the ABC comedy \u201cThe Real O\u2019Neals,\u201d other prominent series in which Shively has appeared include \u201cThe Purge,\u201d \u201cAmerican Housewife,\u201d \u201cSanta Clarita Diet,\u201d \u201cTeen Wolf,\u201d \u201cCSI,\u201d \u201cAquarius,\u201d \u201cSMILF,\u201d \u201cMe, Myself and I,\u201d \u201cThe Resident,\u201d \u201cLast Man Standing\u201d and \u201cGrand Hotel.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>On the film side, Shively made his way to the big screen in 2012 in \u201cParanormal Activity 4.\u201d Other movies on his resume include \u201cPower Rangers,\u201d \u201cFather of the Year,\u201d \u201cThe Wedding Year,\u201d \u201cBucky and the Squirrels,\u201d \u201cExpelled,\u201d \u201cUnderwater Upside Down\u201d and \u201cMark, Mary + Some Other People.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Last year Shively joined the cast \u201cPlayers,\u201d Paramount+\u2019s upcoming esports series.<\/p>\n<div class=\"content bios__content\">\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-45317 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/tvmeg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/madrigal.jpg\" alt=\"LOPEZ VS LOPEZ -- &quot;Lopez vs Lopez - Premiere Event&quot; NeueHouse Hollywood -- Pictured: Al Madrigal -- (Photo by: Chris Haston\/NBC)\" width=\"137\" height=\"223\" \/>Al\u00a0Madrigal<\/h3>\n<h4>Oscar, \u201cLopez vs. Lopez\u201d<\/h4>\n<div class=\"bios__wrapper\">\n<div>\n<p>Al Madrigal plays Oscar on the new NBC comedy \u201cLopez vs. Lopez.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Madrigal\u2019s film credits include \u201cThe Way Back\u201d with co-star Ben Affleck. He\u2019s has also been seen in \u201cNight School,\u201d alongside Kevin Hart and Tiffany Haddish; \u201cMorbius,\u201d alongside Jared Leto; and \u201cHollywood Stargirl,\u201d opposite Judy Greer and Uma Thurman.<\/p>\n<p>On television, Madrigal is best known as the senior Latino correspondent on \u201cThe Daily Show with Jon Stewart,\u201d a series regular and writer on Showtime\u2019s \u201cI\u2019m Dying Up Here\u201d and served as a writer, actor, and producer on the CBS show \u201cBroke.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Madrigal and fellow comedian Bill Burr co-founded All Things Comedy, which is a leading comedy podcast network featuring shows hosted by some of the industry\u2019s top comedians that has over 15 million listeners and 50+ shows.<\/p>\n<div class=\"content bios__content\">\n<h3>Bruce\u00a0Helford<\/h3>\n<h4>Executive Producer, \u201cLopez vs. Lopez\u201d<\/h4>\n<div class=\"bios__wrapper\">\n<div>\n<p>Bruce Helford is the supervising writer and an executive producer on the new NBC comedy \u201cLopez vs. Lopez.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Helford co-created \u201cThe Drew Carey Show\u201d and served as executive producer for its entire run from 1995-2004. He also created or co-created \u201cThe Norm Show,\u201d \u201cWanda at Large,\u201d \u201cFreddie,\u201d \u201cGeorge Lopez,\u201d \u201cNikki,\u201d \u201cBless This House,\u201d \u201cThe Oblongs,\u201d \u201cAnger Management\u201d and \u201cKevin Can Wait.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>After serving as executive producer and head writer on the fifth season of \u201cRoseanne\u201d in 1992, he returned as executive producer and head writer for the revival and series spinoff, \u201cThe Conners.\u201d<\/p>\n<div class=\"content bios__content\">\n<h3>Debby\u00a0Wolfe<\/h3>\n<h4>Executive Producer, \u201cLopez vs. Lopez\u201d<\/h4>\n<div class=\"bios__wrapper\">\n<div>\n<p>Debby Wolfe is the showrunner and an executive producer on the new NBC comedy \u201cLopez vs. Lopez.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Wolfe\u2019s other credits include \u201cThe Conners\u201d for ABC, \u201cPrimo\u201d for Freevee, \u201cLove, Victor\u201d for Hulu and \u201cOne Day at a Time\u201d for Netflix. She previously had development at Amazon, Disney+ and CBS.<\/p>\n<p>Her award-winning short films have screened in festivals worldwide, including Tribeca, NBC Universal Short Cuts, the BET Urbanworld Film Festival and the HBO NYC Latino Film Festival.<\/p>\n<p>Despite her many accomplishments in comedy, Wolfe\u2019s Salvadorian mother still doesn\u2019t think she\u2019s funny. Her Jewish father says he could do her job better.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Proofread and Edited by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tvmeg.com\/index.php\/2020\/06\/20\/biobrenda\/\">Brenda<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tvmeg.com\/index.php\/interviews\/\">Back to the Primetime Articles and Interviews Page<\/a><\/p>\n<script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js\"><\/script>\r\n<!-- TVMEGBODY -->\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:block\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1056557952271337\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"8801203268\"\r\n     data-ad-format=\"auto\"\r\n     data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-45311\" src=\"https:\/\/tvmeg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/lopezesandleyva.jpg\" alt=\"NBCUNIVERSAL EVENTS -- NBCUniversal Press Tour, January 15, 2023 -- Pictured: (l-r) NBC\u2019s \u201cLopez vs. Lopez\u201d, Selenis Leyva, George Lopez, Mayan Lopez -- (Photo by: Todd Williamson\/NBCUniversal)\" width=\"237\" height=\"191\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tvmeg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/lopezesandleyva.jpg 373w, https:\/\/tvmeg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/lopezesandleyva-300x241.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 237px) 100vw, 237px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>TV Interview! &nbsp; Interview with Executive Producers Bruce Helford and Debby Wolfe, and actors George Lopez, Selenis Leyva, Mayan Lopez, Al Madrigal, and Matt Shively of &#8220;Lopez vs. Lopez&#8221; on NBC by Suzanne 9\/15\/22 I enjoyed speaking with these actors because they&#8217;re all very funny. 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