Dialogue: George Lopez

“As a boy, comedian George Lopez learned to play golf by hitting lemons in his backyard in San Fernando, Calif., using a garage-sale 7-iron purchased for home security. Now an 11 handicap, Lopez and his game have come a long way. One of stand-ups biggest draws, his sitcom, “George Lopez,” is entering its fifth season on ABC. And success has allowed Lopez to feed his golfing passion. Hes a member at Lakeside Golf Club, where Bob Hope played, in Burbank. He has a house at Pebble Beach. And in an ultimate fantasy fulfillment, hes been tapped to host the 48th annual Bob Hope Chrysler Classic, which starts Jan. 15 with practice rounds outside Palm Springs. The Hollywood Reporters Chris Koseluk caught up with Lopez to discuss his determination to make the tournament — which features celebrities and athletes playing with the pros the first four rounds — the hottest stop on the PGA Tour. “

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