‘My father died and I opened a scrapyard’—the entrepreneur who turned family grief into a million-dollar fortune

From Grief to Fortune: The Story of Javier García Roche

Javier García Roche, known as "El Rey Chatarrero" (The Scrap King), is a former Spanish boxing champion and social media personality.

He is known for his work in the scrap business and social work, especially with animals. In an interview on the TikTok profile of @lover.studiosss, he discussed his dedication to the scrap business, metal recycling, and industrial recycling.

My father died and I opened a scrapyard

He claims that the death of his father drove him to pursue this business model, and he is unfamiliar with what an economic crisis is. Born in Barcelona in 1982, he was a professional Spanish boxer and the Spanish champion in the super welterweight category.

His story is inspiring to many, but there is more to his persona than meets the eye.

Author's summary: Entrepreneur turns grief into fortune.

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La Grada La Grada — 2025-11-02

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