Janitor Who Rose to Fame as ‘Creator’ of Flamin’ Hot Cheetos Is Branded a Fraud

Richard Montañez’s rags-to-riches story became so well-known that he wrote two memoirs, and is set to be featured in a biopic directed by Eva Longoria.

Barbie Latza Nadeau

Published May 16 2021 10:08AM EDT 

Barbie Latza Nadeau

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