Hideo Nomo Teaches Shia LaBeouf an Important Life Lesson
In a recent interview with Channel 5 , actor Shia LaBeouf took a deep dive into his childhood memories of going to games at Dodger Stadium (circa 1995-1997). He didn't know it at the time, but his approach to fame was forged around age 10 in the parking lots of Chavez Ravine, waiting behind a chain-link fence for a glimpse of his heroes. As a kid, LaBeouf attended more than 90 Dodgers games through the Big Brothers program. He spent his pre-game hours chasing the stars of the Dodgers roster. His experience with two of the era’s biggest stars couldn't have been more different. Hideo Nomo: The "Tornado" was a global icon, yet, according to LaBeouf, Nomo always stopped to sign. Despite the massive pressure and international scrutiny, Nomo took the time to validate the kids waiting by the fence. Mike Piazza: On the flip side, LaBeouf recalls being rejected by the Hall of Fame catcher nearly 90 times. To a young fan, those snubs felt personal, leaving him wondering wh...
