Manuel Garcia-Rulfo's secret battle with lifelong disability which led 'to passion for acting'

The Lincoln Laywer star Manuel Garcia-Rulfo has a common learning difficulty which led to his 'passion for acting'The Mexican born actor, 43, plays lawyer Mickey Haller in the drama series, The Lincoln Lawyer, which recently just wrapped up its third season with a 'shocking' finale.The show has been a hit among fans on Netflix but what many do not know about Manuel is his secret battle with dyslexia over the years.

The actor previously revealed that he would create alternative realities for himself through daydreams which ending up leading to his love for acting.Manuel recalls how his grandmother used to help him learn his lines for scripts which he found tricky but managed to get through thanks to her special method.HELLO!

reports that the actor said in a previous interview: "I bought a blackboard and put it in my apartment. It was crazy I made mental maps with images, drawings.

I did it for every scene. "If there was a gun, I drew a gun. It's easier for me to learn that way." Manuel also credits his love for films to his grandfather who worked as a local dentist but had a talent for movie-making which involved the entire family.Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today.You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland.No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team.All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in!If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'.We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners.