<Table> <Tr> <Td> </Td> <Td> This section possibly contains original research . Please improve it by verifying the claims made and adding inline citations . Statements consisting only of original research should be removed . (February 2018) (Learn how and when to remove this template message) </Td> </Tr> </Table> <Tr> <Td> </Td> <Td> This section possibly contains original research . Please improve it by verifying the claims made and adding inline citations . Statements consisting only of original research should be removed . (February 2018) (Learn how and when to remove this template message) </Td> </Tr> <P> Rodriguez was born in Zacatecas, Mexico . </P> <P> Guillermo quickly became a permanent, nightly cast - member on Jimmy Kimmel Live! after performing in comedy bits written for the show . His English coupled with his affable likability and Teddy Bear - like quality have earned him a high - profile supporting role as a personality on the show . Guillermo took over main red - carpet interviewing duties in 2011 from the late "Uncle Frank" Potenza, whom he was often paired with for the show's comedic skits . </P>

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