A native south Texan, Mario Bosquez overcame poverty, domestic violence and discrimination to become a multi-faceted communicator in the world’s number one television market. His 25-year career has been a study in contrasts. For years, Mario worked as a reporter, anchor and ''PM Magazine'' co-host while living in a government-sponsored home and struggling to help support his family.

His work as a broadcast journalist includes live coverage of the World Trade Center disaster, Pope John Paul’s trip to Cuba and the 1999 earthquake in Colombia. An award-winning playwright, Mario's play ''Los Duendes''/''The Restless Spirits'' has been performed in Houston and New York City. Mario is dedicated to speaking to Latino students and organizations about education and ''breaking the cycle'' of low self-esteem that results from poverty, abuse and racism. Mario also takes to the standup comedy stage to chronicle his experiences as a fourth-generation Tejano. He has performed in the Toyota and Jack Daniels/Latino Comedy Festivals as well as clubs in New York and Chicago.

Mario has been recognized by President George Bush Sr. and ''Americares'' for his work in covering the Colombia Earthquake. He has also been recognized by the city of New York for his contributions to the media and has received numerous other awards and recognition for his work as Latino journalist.

Mario lives in New York City.