You know Cheech Marin as one half of the legendary comic duo, Cheech and Chong, but what you might not know is he is a huge collector of Chicano art. This morning during the 9 o’clock hour, we’ll be talking with Cheech about an art show he is in El Paso to promote. You can also check out Cheech live and in person this afternoon at the El Paso Museum of Art.
"Cheech" Marin of "Cheech and Chong" fame, was born Richard Anthony Marin in Los Angeles, California. Marin's nickname "Cheech", is short for "chicharron", a fried pork skin that is a popular snack in Mexican cuisine, and a favorite of marijuana smokers afflicted with the 'munchies"...