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How the star of ‘One Piece’ went from telenovelas to the biggest live-action manga adaptation
- Godoy landed the role of Monkey D. Luffy at 17 and is promoting Season 2 while filming in South Africa.
- Godoy studied English and Japanese to better portray Luffy and engage with global fans.
- Creator Eiichiro Oda’s vision influenced casting, with Latin America as a focus to find Luffy.
- Godoy’s upbringing in Mexico City and early acting years shaped his readiness for a global role.
- Godoy pursued acting from age 4, later balancing stage work with training camps in California.
- He views Luffy as an ideal, aiming to reflect bravery and openness while acknowledging his own insecurities.
- Season 2 pushed Godoy to refine his interpretation of Luffy with a clearer vision.
- Godoy cites his love of video games as part of his creative expression and approach.
- Godoy’s commitment to learning Japanese reflects his dedication to the role and its fans.
- Godoy sees fame as temporary and emphasizes enjoying the moment and sharing Luffy’s story.
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