Nicky Cruz was associated with the gang known as the Mau Maus in New York City during the 1950s. The Mau Maus were a violent street gang that operated in Brooklyn. Cruz later left the gang life and became a Christian evangelist, sharing his story and promoting messages of hope and transformation.
what was nicky cruz nickname
Nicky Cruz Was born in San Juan, Puerto Rico
The one he went to live with in new york was called frank :)
Nicky Cruz works in New York with Gangs changing them into Christians
Nicky Cruz's mother's name was Victoria and his father's name was Juan.
Nicky cruz wrote 16 books and is hopefully still writing.
They called themselves the "Mau maus" after another group.
nicky cruz killed over 40 people including his friend jeremy
The film was The Cross and the Switchblade, but Nicky Cruz wasn't in it. It was a movie about him. Eric Estrada of C.H.I.P.s fame played Nicky. The part of David Wilkerson was played by Pat Boone. Click on Sources and related links:, below for more information about the movie.
How did Nicky Cruz show his Christian faith to others?Nicky Cruz showed his Christian faith by treating others how he would want to be treated. He also began telling others about Jesus.
Nicky Cruz married Gloria Cruz in 1960. They have been together for several decades and have three children. Their marriage has played a significant role in his life and ministry.
a street preacher called david wilkinson came to him and tried to help but nicky wouldn't accept his help. nicky cruz beat him up, spat on him and treatened him but he wouldn't go away. from this nicky became repentant for he had never known anyone be like this and he turned to the church there's more on this website... http://nickycruz.org/about/nicky_story/