George Lopez, star of the show “Lopez vs. Lopez,” attributes the series’ success to strong character-driven stories, with each character having their own backstory based on real experiences, including those of Lopez and his daughter Mayan. Season two brought big changes for the Lopez family, including George’s path to sobriety, Rosie’s broken engagement, and Mayan’s engagement to her boyfriend Quinten. The show explores complex family dynamics, responsibility, truth, and forgiveness. Season three delves into the father-daughter relationship and the upcoming wedding of Mayan and Quinten, addressing fears and desires within the family. Despite challenges, the show has been renewed for primetime TV and has had a significant impact on the Latino community. While Latino representation in Hollywood has not improved significantly, Lopez believes that progress is being made, with studios supporting diversity in casting and storytelling. The show’s success is attributed to its ability to connect with audiences through relatable and hilarious moments without being preachy. “Lopez vs. Lopez” can be watched on NBC on Fridays and on Peacock for streaming the next day, with the first two seasons available on Netflix. Lopez emphasizes the importance of storytelling and representation in the industry to continue the show’s success.
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George Lopez discusses the success of ‘Lopez vs. Lopez’ as it enters its third season
