Episode 665 - Horatio Sanz

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Horatio Sanz's comedic journey was heavily influenced by legendary figures like Bill Murray and Chevy Chase. As a child, he would mimic their performances, even creating his own versions of their iconic bits to entertain classmates. Horatio recalls his early impressions, saying, "I did really fall in love with making people laugh. I think I did little entertainment things for my parents" 1. These experiences laid the foundation for his future in comedy, even though he didn't initially see it as a career path.

   

Childhood Performances

Horatio's childhood was filled with impromptu performances for his family, where he would adopt various characters to make them laugh. Despite these early comedic endeavors, he initially considered a career in the CIA, leveraging his fluency in Spanish. Horatio humorously reflects, "Initially I was thinking about joining the CIA because I spoke fluent Spanish. I thought I could be used" 2. This unexpected career consideration highlights the diverse paths he contemplated before fully embracing comedy.