Jane the Virgin may have put Gina Rodriguez on the map with her Golden Globe win but it’s really her on-screen father who steals the show every week. Rogelio De La Vega (Jaime Camil) may be arrogant and fame-hungry but Camil portrays the character with a charming and hilarious sense of humor. Throughout the series, we have learned several valuable, yet sometimes questionable tidbits from the character. Here is a collection of some of the more memorable life lessons we have learned from the breakout character.
1. Be honest about your preferred communication methods.
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2. Recognition is nothing. Winning is the only thing that matters.
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3. But sometimes, it’s okay to lose. Your other awards take up too much space anyway!
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4. Always ask for constructive criticism. You may be giving it “too much hip.”
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5. Be sure to have realistic expectations.
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6. A hug from Rogelio De La Vega is a very special and rare experience.
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7. Pop culture references are appropriate for any situation.
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8. It’s totally OK to enforce nicknames on family members.
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9. Be honest about your wardrobe choices.
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10. You always need thunderous applause for everything you do.
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11. Never forget to use hashtags on social media.
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12. But sometimes, Rogelio will give a heartfelt lesson.
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