On the final day of a press tour spanning five national landmarks, De La Hoya returned to his own “historical landmark” and with pride hosted Manny Pacquiao for the final press stop in East Los Angeles, CA. Standing under the Whittier Boulevard Arch, a true symbol for the East LA neighborhood, the fighters spoke in front of 5,000 fans, mostly there for De La Hoya, who came out to remind their “favored son” that he is incredible success story and a well-respected icon for the community.
De La Hoya and Pacquiao were joined on stage by local radio personality Piolin and emcee actor/comedian George Lopez. Speaking to the hometown crowd, De La Hoya displayed his gratitude by addressing the audience first in Spanish. Almost 3,000 tacos were distributed by Porky’s on Whittier Blvd. as the Golden Boy extended an invitation for the crowd to enjoy lunch on him.
Photo Credit: Gene Blevins - Hoganphotos/Golden Boy Promotions
Oscar De La Hoya
“We have been traveling all over the country stopping at all historic landmarks, Statue of Liberty, Sear Tower, the Alamo, Space Center who ever thought we would land on the moon, Golden Gate bridge, and now ending it in East LA because this is our historical landmark.
“This is home to me and will always be home to me.
“See you there December 6, it will be a great fight, I love you and I will take East LA to my grave.”
Manny Pacquiao
“You all have the right to dream, but I will tell you that only God knows who will win, I will do my best to make you happy.”
Richard Schaefer, CEO Golden Boy Promotions
“A billion Mexicans in the world will be supporting Oscar. Everyone from Mexico will be behind him.”
Bob Arum, Chairman of the Board, Top Rank Inc.
“I sort of feel the way that John McCain would feel in Harlem. There are nine million Filipinos in the world that are backing Manny Pacquiao. There are also a lot of Mexicans that will be backing Manny as well.”
Mark Taffet, Senior Vice President of HBO Pay-Per-View & HBO Sports
“This is an unbelievable turnout for the first time in his neighborhood and it is beautiful to see you all here to support him (De La Hoya).”
Freddie Roach, Pacquiao Trainer
“Manny started training today and I hear Oscar will be starting tomorrow, we will see you on the 6 and let the best man win.”
Source: http://www.goldenboypromotions.com/media/2008/oct/10.13.08/10.13.08.htm
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