Sons of Anarchy
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Chico Vellanueva was a SAMCRO member, and one of the First 9, on the FX original series Sons of Anarchy. Played by American actor Tim Blake Nelson, Chico appears only in a flashback in the series' first season.

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What was Chico Vellenueva's role in Sons of Anarchy? toggle section
Chico Vellenueva, portrayed by actor Tim Blake Nelson, was a member of the Sons of Anarchy Motorcycle Club, also known as SAMCRO, and was part of the original nine members. His role in the series 'Sons of Anarchy' is shown in a flashback during the first season. After a stint in the Marines and a tour in Vietnam, Chico joined SAMCRO in 1968 and was involved in marijuana operations for his relatives.
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What was Chico Vellenueva's background before joining SAMCRO? toggle section
Prior to his affiliation with the Sons of Anarchy Motorcycle Club (SAMCRO) in 1968, Chico Vellenueva was a former Marine, having served in Vietnam. Post his military service, he engaged in extensive motorcycle trips stretching from Mexico to Oakland. Additionally, he was involved in the marijuana trade for his relatives, further enabling his passion for riding.
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How did Chico Vellenueva contribute to the Sons of Anarchy Motorcycle Club? toggle section
In 1968, Chico Vellenueva, a Vietnam War veteran, became a member of the Sons of Anarchy Motorcycle Club. He was one of the First 9 members and was involved in running marijuana. He also played a significant role in expanding the club in 1970 by recruiting other Vietnam War veterans.
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Why did Chico Vellenueva spend his time riding his motorcycle from Mexico to Oakland? toggle section
After serving in the Marines and completing a tour in Vietnam, Chico Vellenueva joined the Sons of Anarchy Motorcycle Club and began riding his motorcycle from Mexico to Oakland. His involvement in running marijuana for his cousins provided him with ample time for these rides.
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Biography[]

Background[]

Chico was 24 when he joined the Sons of Anarchy Motorcycle Club in 1968. He had served in the Marines doing a tour in Vietnam. Like the others, he had nothing to return to and spent his time riding his motorcycle from the border of Mexico, up to Oakland. He was involved in running marijuana for his cousins, giving him plenty of time to enjoy riding. Chico was enjoying a ride, doing stunts on his bike, when he met the club, who were out on a run. He was immediately liked and asked to join. Importantly, he provided them with a liaison with the Mayans Motorycle Club. Chico died in 1976, aged 32.

Trivia[]

  • He was the first of the First 9 to die.

Mentioned in[]

Season 1 mentions
"Pilot" "Seeds" "Fun Town" "Patch Over" "Giving Back"
"AK-51" "Old Bones" "The Pull" "Hell Followed" "Better Half"
"Capybara" "The Sleep of Babies" "The Revelator"