Biao Yuen - IMDb IMDb 31 December 2016 3:54 PM, UTC NEWS Actor | Stunts | Miscellaneous Crew Yuen Biao is regarded as one of the most acrobatic martial artists ever. Unfortunately, he is still underrated and not as popular as other contemporaries such as Jackie Chan , Sammo Kam-Bo Hung , and Jet Li even though he is the most critically acclaimed out of all of them and the most talented as well. And now he is receiving a cult following due ... See full bio » Born: a list of 21 people created 16 Jan 2011 a list of 111 people created 02 Mar 2011 a list of 23 people created 11 Mar 2011 a list of 10 people created 02 Mar 2014 a list of 29 people created 28 Jun 2015 Do you have a demo reel? Add it to your IMDbPage How much of Biao Yuen's work have you seen? User Polls 1 win & 4 nominations.

See more awards » Known For 1998 Righteous Guards (TV Series) Sima Bu Ping 1988 Dragons Forever (stunts - uncredited) 1987 Eastern Condors (stunt coordinator) / (stunt performer - uncredited) 1986 Above the Law (stunt coordinator) / (stunt performer) 1986 Rosa (stunt coordinator) 1985 My Lucky Stars (stunt coordinator) 1984 Wheels on Meals (fencing double: José Sancho - uncredited) / (stunt double) 1981 The Prodigal Son (stunt coordinator) 1981 Game of Death II (assistant stunt coordinator) / (stunt double: Bruce Lee) / (stunt double: Tai Chung Kim) / (stunts) 1980 The Victim (martial arts and acrobatics double: Wilson Tong) / (stunts) 1980 The Young Master (martial arts and acrobatics double - uncredited) 1978 Drunken Master (additional stunt double: Jackie Chan - uncredited) 1978 Game of Death (stunt

 double: Bruce Lee - as Bill Yuen) 1976 Shao Lin men (stunt double) 1973 Enter the Dragon (stunt double: Bruce Lee - uncredited) / (stunts - uncredited) 1972 Hapkido (stunts - uncredited) 1983 Winners & Sinners (action choreographer) 1982 Ren xia ren (action choreographer - as Bill Yuen) / (double: martial arts and acrobatics) 1982 Tai fong siu sau (action director) / (double: martial arts and acrobatics) 1981 Game of Death II (assistant action director) / (double: martial arts and acrobatics) 1980 Spooky Encounters (action choreographer) / (double: martial arts and acrobatics) 1980 Two Toothless Tigers (action director) / (double: martial arts and acrobatics) 1980 The Victim (action choreographer) 1979 Odd Couple (assistant action director) / (double: martial arts and acrobatics) 1978 Lao hu tian ji

 (double: martial arts and acrobatics) 1978 Warriors Two (double: martial arts and acrobatics) 1978 Game of Death (action choreographer - uncredited) / (double: martial arts and acrobatics - uncredited) 1977 Snuff Bottle Connection (double: martial arts and acrobatics) / (martial arts choreographer) 1977 Death Duel (martial arts and acrobatic double) List of Martial Arts Actors & Movie Stars The All-Time Greatest Martial Arts Actors 40k votes 5.8k voters 303k views 94 items tags f t p @ This list of the all time greatest martial arts actors (and actresses) is ranked by kung fu fans worldwide.

Anyone can vote on the best martial artists here, which means these actors are truly fan favorites. If you see someone missing, you can even add them. Whether they have magical screen presence or just the physical abilities to make your jaw drop, these famous actors represent the best in kicking ass. Though the genre of martial arts films is also occasionally known as "kung fu films," the term in fact only refers to a subset of Chinese martial arts, and can also apply to a variety of traditional practices not directly related to self-defense. (Wushu is the more accurate blanket term for Chinese martial arts and fighting techniques.) The performers on this list practice a variety of martial arts traditions and styles, including the "Jeet Kun Do" techniques innovated by people like Bruce Lee, the Muay Thai style of Tony Jaa or the traditional karate employed by Jean-Claude Van Damme. Who are the best martial arts actors of all time? These performers also represent a variety of nationalities, including Chinese, Japanese, Thai and American actors.

List Photo: user uploaded image 47 ReRanks 2 See list ranked by Z G Options B Comments & Embed 2rerank list 1 Martial Arts Celebrities Well known and famous people doing the arts Martial arts celebrities is a term I use here for public figures that are doing - or has done - some martial arts. Side note: Make sure you check out all the free stuff inside ' The Martial Arts Vault ' when you're finished having a look at all the famous figures with an inkling for martial arts! Action stars and martial arts figures like Bruce Lee, Tony Jaa, Chuck Norris, Jet Li, Jackie Chan, Steven Seagal, Cynthia Rothrock, Jean-Claude Van Damme etc. are without a doubt martial arts celebrities (duh!) Still, these people are so obvious - and well known within the arts - that I've left them out here. So what you have here are public figures and celebrities like politicians, musicians, actors and business people. I would like to point out that some of these may not have a "name" in the English speaking world.

After all, the biggest movie industry is in India (Bollywood), the largest country in the world is China, and the majority of people in the world do not speak English... :-) If there is anything you would like to see included, you are free to give me a note here: Please include this in Martial Arts Celebrities ! A little background information about the person would be much appreciated too! A: Name: Background: Akers, David Akers is a well-known kicker in NFL (American pro football). He trains jiu-jitsu and Shaolin kempo. Alba, Jessica The actor does tae-bo and a host of different martial arts as well. She is known for doing her own stunts. Allen, David Management consultant David Allen is a best-selling author ("Getting Things Done"), who runs a multimillion dollar company. A black belt in karate, Allen says his martial arts background helped him appreciate the value of eliminating distractions. Angel, Criss The illusionist/magician "hot-shot" Criss Allen allegedly has a background in martial arts such as kung-fu, karate and taekwondo. Aniston, Jennifer The 'Friends' star is learning karate.

The actress has become hooked on a form of karate called Budokon recommended by her former co-star Courtney Cox. Aragon, Gustavo Aragon is a Superior Court judge in Pima County, USA. He is also a martial arts instructor. B: Legendary folk music artist Joan Baez holds a black belt (shodan) in aikido. Baker, Shaun Playing the Jamaican music editor Russell on the long-running sitcom "Living Single", Baker won fame in the early '90s. He later starred on the syndicated action show "V.I.P.," where he does a great majority of his own stunts. Shaun Baker is a black belt in Shotokan karate. Bale, Christian British (Welsh) actor Christian Bale is trained in wing chun (kung fu) - same as Robert Downey Jr. Bhutto Zardari, Bilawal 23-year-old Bilawal Bhutto Zardari is (at present - April 2012) the Chairman of the ruling People's Party in Pakistan. The son of (assassinated Prime Minister) Benazir Bhutto is a black belt in taekwondo.

Biel, Jessica in 2011, actress Jessica Biel credited martial arts training and yoga with helping her maintain her figure. Bif Naked The Canadian female singer and "punk rebel" keeps in shape with yoga and martial arts. Black, Jack Actor, comedian, musician Jack Black (real name Thomas Jacob Black) has a background from judo. Borisov, Boiko Boiko M. Borisov is the Prime Minister of Bulgaria. He is a former karate instructor and body guard. Bryant, Kobe NBA basketball player Kobe Bryant is studying Jeet Kune Do. Bundchen, Gisele Brazilian supermodel Gisele Bundchen revealed how she kept trim during her pregnancy by doing kung fu. Bunton, Emma The former "Baby Spice" (Spice Girls) learnt karate as a child to protect herself from bullies. Her mother is a martial arts teacher. Burnel, Jean J. The French bass player in British punk band 'The Stranglers', is a black belt in karate. C: Name: Background: Caan, James Actor James Caan has reportedly trained with "Tak" Kubota for nearly thirty years. He is graded 6th dan karate.

Cagney, James The late Hollywood actor James Cagney (1899-1986) held a black belt in judo according to reports. Casta, Laetitia The famous, French top model Laetitia Casta has a brown belt in Judo. According to herself she feels that her experience with judo has helped her in her modeling career to have control, to set limits for herself, to not be aggressive and to think with her mind not with her emotions. Chandra, Neetu The Indian 'Bollywood' actress reportedly holds a 2.dan black belt in taekwondo. Chen, Adam The actor from Singapore is training Muay Thai. Clinton, Bill Former U.S. President "Wild"Bill Clinton has allegedly been training taekwondo. Coburn, James American actor James Coburn reportedly studied Jeet Kune Do under Bruce Lee. Coddington, Anna Anna Coddington is a pop star from New Zealand. She is also a teacher and black belt in karate. Coleman, Steve Steve Coleman is a british actor who has studied martial arts since a young age. He gained balck belt in karate, then took up wushu.

He has been a prominent wushu champion in Great Britain for years. Conrad, Robert The American actor known from 'Wild, Wild West' has been training martial arts since 1957. Coe, Sebastian Sebastian Coe is the former British runner (two Olympic gold medals and 12 world records during his running career) trains judo at the Budokwai in London. Collen, Phil The British band Def Leppard's guitarist Phil Collen apparently trains Muay Thai. He is also said to have a black belt in karate. Cox, Courtney Courtney Cox Arquette (from 'Friends' fame) is excelling has been excelling in her karate training since giving birth to her first child. A source says, "Courtney is really loving the karate. She trains up to five times a week and loves the feelings of strength and power karate gives her. As soon as she's a qualified brown belt she'll go for the black belt. She's determined." D: Elvis See: Presley, Elvis Ermoll, Serge Australian jazz piano great Serge Ermoll was also a 5th dan black belt in karate.

F: Background: Fairchild, Morgan Movie and TV actress Morgan Fairchild took four years of kung fu lessons while living in New York City and getting her first big break in the 1970s on the daytime soap Search for Tomorrow. According to Frank Holmes - thanks for the info! - Morgan Fairchild studied at the Fu-Jow-Pai school in Chinatown by Wai Hong. Ferguson, D'Brickashaw 6'-6'' Ferguson is a black belt in karate. The offensive tackle (American football) was recently drafted to New York Jets. He has a degree in religious studies, is a youth minister, and plays the saxophone. Flannery, Sean Patrick American actor Sean Patrick Flannery Flanery is said to hold a black belt both in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu as well as in karate. (thanks to Zweli for the heads up!) Foster, Jody The Hollywood actor has trained karate and kickboxing, according to reports. Fraser, Mat British stage, film and television actor; drummer and rapper, a TV presenter and a voiceover artist. He's also got a black belt in taekwondo.

Fredrick, Tanna Hollywood actress Tanna Fredrick says taekwondo is her favorite activity and, together with surfing, her way to stay in shape. G: Name: Background: Gabosky, Igwe Real name: Gabriel Onyiyechi Okoye. He is a famed Nigerian "Nollywood" Movie producer and businessman. Mr Okoye holds a martial arts black belt. Gellar, Sarah Michelle "Buffy" is a former champion figure skater. She has studied taekwondo (she has a black belt), and has also studied kickboxing, boxing, street fighting, and gymnastics. Genesse, Bryan Bryan Genesse, known from the 1990s TV show Street Justice, had a background from Muay Thai and hung gar kung fu. Gibson, Mel Mel Gibson reportedly practices in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Tai Chi Chuan and is well versed in them both. Gil, Ana Ana Gil is a Successful Columbian model, TV host, actress and lawyer (!). She also does TKD: "(... ) I am more patient, concentrated, responsible and efficient.

And although modeling taught me discipline, I prefer taekwondo a 1000 times more," she said. Gomez, Jaime Jaime "Taboo" Gomez from the hip-hop band Black Eyed Peas has trained in jeet kune do from the age of 12. Green, Tami Rep.Tami Green is (at time of writing - March 2012) the Floor Leader for the Washington State House of Representatives. She holds a black belt in taekwondo. Grybauskaite, Dalia Dalia Grybauskaite is a Member of the European Commission, and trained as an economist at Leningrad University. She's a former senior diplomat and finance minister of Lithuania. She is considered a tough negotiator within the EU and holds a black belt in karate. H: Name: Background: Hague, William The British former Conservative Party leader William Hague is a blue belt in judo, and a member of Budokwai, a fashionable judo club in Chelsea, London. Hague usually visits the club twice a week in order to tussle with Sebastian Coe. Hamilton, Lewis British Formula-1 race driving ace Lewis Hamilton has a karate background.

Growing up a mixed-race son of a broken home - he reportedly was bullied at school and learned karate to cope. Hansen, Bjarne H. Mr. Hansen is a well-known Norwegian politician and former Minister of Employment. He holds a brown belt in judo. Hanson, Jewels Country artist Jewels Hanson is the lead singer for Appaloosa, the house band at the Saddle Rack in Fremont. She does taekwondo. Hashimoto, Ryutaro Ryutaro Hashimoto, prime minister of Japan from 1996 to 1998, has been practicing kendo since he was a child. He holds a very high level in the sport. Hayden, Brent Canadian World Champion swimmer Brent Hayden is reportedly a black belt in karate. Hayden, Diana The former miss world (1997) from India keeps in shape with wushu. "If I am not shooting I do my martial arts. Martial arts keep me fit. It not just helps in the physical strength and appearance but martial arts is also about your mind.

It helps in your overall development." Healy, Fran Musician "Fran" (Francis) Healy is the lead singer and front figure in the Scottish band Travis. Healey is a black belt in karate. Hector, Jamie Actor Jamie Hector, known from HBO's 'The Wire', teaches community children in martial arts. His father is allegedly a martial arts teacher. Hijazi, Amal Amal Hijazi is a Lebanese (Arabian) singer who is also a black belt in karate. Hind, John British John Hind is the Bishop of Chichester. He is also reportedly a black belt in judo. Holder, Janice The Tennessee state Supreme Court Justice Janice Holder is a karate black belt (3. dan). Hu, Kelly American actress Kelly Hu has trained karate in Beverly Hills (Kanzen Budo Kai). I: Background: Ibrahim, Abdullah Ibrahim is a South African jazz legend, pianist and composer. He is a very knowledgeable 8. dan black belt with a Japanese Menkyo-kaiden (official teaching licence) certificate. Ice-T The rapper, who's real name is Tracy Morrow, is well versed in jujitsu.

"I've taken martial arts all my life and I box," the rapper states. Imperioli, Michael The Sopranos star (he plays mobster Christopher Moltisanti) has found a way to quit smoking - take up taekwondo. J: Background: Jabbar, Kareem Abdul NBA basketball great Kareem Abdul Jabbar studied Jeet Kune Do. He did a sub-standard fight scene in the "Game of Death" (Bruce Lee) movie. Jackson Jr, Jesse According to reports, Illinois Democrat Congressman Jesse Jackson, Jr. is a black belt in karate as well as a black sash in Shaolin chuan fa, kung fu. Jaco, Wasalu The Muslim rapper is known as Lupe Fiasco. He is son of Gregory Jaco, a former Black Panther and martial-arts expert. Jaco holds four martial arts black belts, according to interviews. Jackson, Michael Michael, as well as the rest of his brothers used to study kung fu with sifu Kam Yuen, according to reports. Jagger, Mick Mick Jagger of Rolling Stones fame reportedly used to train judo back in the 60s at the Budokwai Club in London, UK.

Jensen, Siv Norwegian female leader of the second largest political party (FrP). She is hailed by some as a possible future Prime Minister of Norway. Jensen has done ju jitsu ( Ju Jitsu Norway ), and was also an instructor in the art. Jones, Kaylie Author Kaylie Jones is the daughter of the author of 'From Here to Eternity' and 'The Thin Red Line'. She has talked about how growing up with two alcoholic parents turned her to drink herself. She acknowledges how taking up taekwondo was one of the ways to get her life back. She is a black belt in the art. Jouanno, Chantal French Chantal Jouanno is Junior Environment Minister with Nicolas Sarkozy. She is a black belt in karate and winner of several National Championships in France. Juan Carlos I, King of Spain The King of Spain, who's full name is Juan Alfonso Carlos Víctor María de Borbón y Borbón-Dos Sicilias, is reportedly graded in taekwondo. K: Background: Kain, Khalil Khalil Kain is a black belt in Hapkido. He became known in the 1992 film Juice.

Six years later he portrayed golf phenomenon Tiger Woods in the movie "The Tiger Woods Story". Kavanau, Ted Ted Kavanau, is one of the founders of CNN. He is a black belt in karate. Keenan, Maynard J. Maynard Keenan is the front man of the band "Tool". He is reportedly a student of Brazilian jiu-jitsu. Keothavong, Anne Anne Keothavong is a top British, female tennis ace. She is graded in taekwondo, and has also trained some judo and karate. Kerik, Bernard Bernard Kerik is a former police commissioner in New York. He is also a high ranking karate teacher. Kapoor, Kunal Kunal Kapoor is a well known Indian movie ('Bollywood') actor. He is studying Goju-Ryu karate. Prior to this, he was learning Tai Chi. Koppikar, Isha Isha (or Eesha) Koppikar is a famous Indian Bollywood actor. She trains taekwondo and is graded to black belt. "I start my day with Taekwondo and dancing." Kumar, Akshay Kumar is another huegly popular and well known Indian Bollywood actor.

Before turning to movies he was a karate teacher. He is a 6. dan in Goju ryu karate, holding the title of shihan. L: Name: Background: Lamas, Lorenzo Lorenzo (y de Santos) Lamas from 'Falcon Crest' fame began learning martial arts (karate and taekwondo) in 1979, and now has a black belt in Shotokan karate. Lautner, Taylor Taylor Lautner is an American Actor. He has a background in karate, in which he has won several awards and medals. Le Bon, Yasmin Model Yasmin Le Bon, wife of Duran Duran lead singer Simon Le Bon, says she keeps in shape with a weekly judo workout. Lee Roth, David (Artist) David Lee Roth has reportedly been a devout practitioner of traditional martial arts since the early age of 12. He travels and teaches at seminars around worldwide in between his music career projects. Lewis, Emmanuel Records show Emmanuel Lewis of "Webster" TV fame has dan grades in American karate and taekwondo. Lincoln, Abe Former American Presidents Abraham and George Washington were respected wrestlers.

Let's forget for a while that purists don't like to call wrestling a martial art - let's rather add him to the list of martial arts celebrities :-) Liu, Lucy The 'Kill Bill' and 'Ally McBeal' actress practices martial arts, including kali/eskrima and silat. Lofgren, Nils E Street Band guitar player Nils Lofgren trained with grand master Jhoon Rhee in the 1970s, and was asked if he could write a song for a TV jingle - this was the infamous "Nobody Bothers Me" commercial. Lumumba, Patrick L. Otieno Professor Patrick Loch Otieno Lumumba is among the most decorated and highly regarded legal minds in Kenya. He holds a black belt rank in martial arts. Lyke, Jim Nigerian "Nollywood" movie star "Jim Lyke" (real name James Ikechukwu Esomugha) is reportedly holding a black belt in karate. M: Background: Madonna The Queen of Pop was inspired to take up karate by her (former) husband, director Guy Ritchie, who has a black belt in the Japanese art.

Makarem, Rik Canadian actor Peter Mensah has a background in judo and wushu. Merkel, Angela The German chancellor Angela Merkel, is also a black belt in judo. Mickelson, Phil Ace golfer Phil Mickelson trains taekwondo and kung fu. Miller, Ross Ross Miller is the Secretary of State in Nevada (fourth in command in the state). He trains mixed martial arts as a means of staying in shape. Minogue, Kylie Kylie Minogue, the Australian actor/singer is training taekwondo. Mizan, Zainal Abidin Sultan Mizan Zainal Abidin was crowned as King of Malaysia in December 2006. He is skilled in taewondo. Mohammed Rashed al-Maktoum, Sheikka Maitha Daughter of Sheik Mohammed bin Rashid al-Maktoum, the crown prince and ruler of Dubai and owner of the world-famous Godolphin Racing stables. Maitha is an International karate competitor and black belt. Moran, Nick Known from "Lock Stock and Two Smoking Barrels". The Australian movie actor does karate.

Moss, Carrie Ann 'Matrix' actor Carrie Ann Moss has practiced Shaolin kung fu. Murdoch, James The younger son of (British) media tycoon Robert Murdoch has been called "the most powerful man in Britain". James Murdoch is a black belt holder in karate. Museveni, Yoweri Kaguta President Museveni of Uganda is doing karate, according to reports. Mustain, David Dave Mustain, (band) Megadeath front man, has a black belt in karate as well as taekwondo. N: Background: Nani Manchester United's Portuguese football player, was a keen martial arts exponent. He trained capoeira in his younger years. According to reports, this is also why he can flip like an Olympic gymnast when he scores. Nelson, Willie The singer, performer, songwriter and movie star is a black belt in taekwondo. Mind you, he can kick and punch - it is not just a famous guy with a black belt! Nighthorse Campbell, Ben Ben Nighthorse Campbell: A Democrat-turned-Republican senator from Colorado, 1993-2004. He was captain of the U.S.

Olympic team in judo in 1964. Noda, Yoshihika Yoshihika Noda is the (2010-2013) Japanese Minister of Finance. He is a keen judoka and is told to be a combat sports fan. O: Name: Background: Ok-bin, Kim Kim Ok-bin is a Korean actress. She is a third dan in Hapkido and second dan in Taekwondo. She learned Muay Thai and boxing. O'Neal, Shaquille Basketball legend Shaquille "Shaq" O'Neal took up MMA in 2000, reportedly using the nickname Diesel. O'Neill, Edward Actor O'Neill is probably best known for his role as Al Bundy in 'Married, with Children'. He was introduced to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu by his friend, writer/director John Milius. O'Neill has trained in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for 15 years with Rorion Gracie and is a Black Belt. (The) Osmonds The Osmond family allegedly trained with Chuck Norris. P, Q: Name: Background: Paul, Adrian Adrian Paul has practiced Shaolin kung fu and tai chi.

Paul, Lynsey de 70s British singer/songwriter Lynsey de Paul reportedly took up martial arts after being assaulted in the street. She is a black belt in jiu-jitsu and makes DVDs about self-defense. Peers, Bobbie Zambia born, Norwegian filmmaker Peers holds a dan rank in ninjutsu. Phillippe, Ryan The young actor ('I Know What You Did Last Summer', 'Crash', 'Way of the Gun', 'Flags of Our Fathers') is a taekwondo black belt. Presley, Elvis He started in Shotokan karate, and earned his first black belt in Chito-ryu, and he would dabble in taekwondo in his later years. Elvis was influenced more than anything by American Kempo, being a student of Ed Parker ("Father of American Karate"). Presley, Priscilla Wife of Elvis trained karate at he time the famous couple divorced in 1973. She was also involved with her karate teacher (Mike Stone) for some time after the divorce. Putin, Vladimir As everyone surely knows, the mighty Russian President and former KGB man is a black belt in judo.

He started training at the age of 14, and he has even written a book on the subject. R: Rampal, Arjun The Indian actor and Bollywood star Arjun Rampar is training karate. Reed, Lou The singer and guitarist from the The Velvet Underground, who has a notoriously difficult artistic temperament , says he has tamed the "rock and roll animal" by practicing t'ai chi for three hours a day. Rigg, Diana Actress Diana Rigg, of British 60s TV-series "The Avengers" fame, holds a black belt in judo. Ritchie, Guy Guy Richie has a black belt in karate. Richie is a movie director from Scotland, and is perhaps best known for being the husband of Madonna. Richie is also a student of judo at beginners level and he trains Brazilian jiu-jitsu. Roberts, Eric Eric Roberts (brother of Julia Roberts) has trained taekwondo with was master Jhoon Chang in Beverly Hills. Rockett, Rikki Rikki Rockett of (the band) Poison fame holds a black belt in Jiu-Jitsu. He has also trained boxing with legendary boxing champ Ray "Boom Boom" Mancini.

Roosevelt, Theodore Former President Theodore Roosevelt was known for studying both ju jitsu and judo. S: Name: Background: Said, D. Othman Datuk Azalina Othman Said is the Sports Minister in Malaysia. Othman Said is a taekwondo exponent. Saito, Takumi Takumi Saito is a Japanese actor and model. He trains aikido and boxing. Schlessinger, Laura Dr. Laura Schlessinger is one of the most popular talk show hosts in American radio history. Dr Laura is allegedly a martial arts black belt. Shetty, Sandhya The Indian model holds a karate black belt. Shetty, Sunil The Indian actor and movie producer is reportedly a black belt in kick-boxing. Slater, Christian The great jazz organ player Jimmy Smith allegedly holds a black belt in karate. Snipes, Wesley Snipes has been training martial arts since he was twelve. He is a seasoned martial artist, trained in a number of different disciplines including karate, kung fu and capoeira. Sogavare, Manasseh Manasseh Sogavare is the leader (prime minister) of the Solomon Islands.

The martial arts expert is a member of parliament and former minister of commerce, industry and employment. Song, Brenda American actress, star of television and movies, holds a black belt in tae kwon do. Stojko, Elvis Canadian figure skating legend Elvis Stojko began studying karate when he was eight years old. By 1988 he realized that the linear movement of karate clashed with the fluid circular movement of figure skating. He found what he was looking for when his brother introduced him to kung fu. Stone, Sharon Sharon Stone started with taekwondo before shooting 'Total Recall' in 1990. Her teacher was master Jhoon Chang in Beverly Hills. Swanson, Kristy Actress Kristy Swanson, known from "Buffy the Vampire Slayer", has practiced kickboxing and taekwondo. Swayze, Patrick The "dirty dancer" had a well rounded training background: American football, dance and gymnastics, amongst other things. He also trained kickboxing with Benny Urquidez. T: Background: Talwar, Suman Suman Talwar is a well known Indian (Tamil) actor.

He has a black belt in karate, as well as highly skilled in Kalari Payattu. Travis, Randy Country music superstar Randy Travis is reportedly very fit, working out almost every day. He also used to train karate 3 times a week, but was forced to quit due to injuries. Trudeau, Pierre Elliott Pierre Trudeau is former Prime Minister of Canada. He holds the rank of nidan (2. dan) in judo. U, V: Canadian actress Laura Vandervoort holds a black belt (2. dan) in karate, according to reports. W: Background: Waitzkin, Joshua Joshua Waitzkin was a child prodigy chess star (featured in the movie "Searching for Bobby Fischer"). He trains Brazilian jiu-jitsu and has been a tai chi champion. Washington, George Former President George Washington was a respected wrestler. Wrestling may not be considered a martial art in the strictest sense... But still, it's cool. Watts, Naomi British born actress Naomi Watts has trained judo for years and competed in the early 90s. She trains Brazilian jiu-jitsu.

Whitaker, Forest A well-respected, Oscar-winning, movie actor -- 6ft 2in tall Forest Whitaker is reportedly also a black belt in karate. White, Michael J. Michael J. White won fame when he started and portrayed the title character in the action flick Spawn (1997). His character was the first Black superhero to star on the silver screen. According to reports he has an extensive background in Shotokan, Goju and Kyokushin karate, taekwondo, kobudo, Tang Soo Do and wushu. White, Todd Todd White is the person behind the design of the TV show version of the cartoon character 'SpongeBob SquarePants'. White is allegedly a black belt in Machado jiu-jitsu. Winehouse, Amy The British "Rehab" singer Amy Winehouse has reportedly become a fan of Capoeira. "Amy loves it because it's good for strength, toning and great for working up a sweat. It is also helping her focus," a source said. Winnick, Katheryn Canadian born actress Katheryn Winnick is dan graded in both karate and taekwondo.

She also owns several branches of her own martial arts school. Wise, Bob Former Governor of West Virginia, Bob Wise, has a black belt in taekwondo. Wong, Russell Chinese-American Russell Wong is an actor with background from dancing and photography. He reportedly trains taekwondo, karate and kung fu. Wood, Evan Rachel Evan Rachel Wood is a young American actress. She is a trained dancer and holds a black belt in taekwondo. Woodbine, Bokeem Movie actor Bokeem Woodbine has reportedly studied kung fu under sifu Yan Ming in New York. X, Y, Z: Name: Background: Yune, Rick Korean-American actor Rick Yune has trained several martial arts and he qualified for the Olympic trials in taekwondo when he was 19. Zetlitz, Bertine Well known Norwegian female artist/singer. Bertine has a black belt in karate. More martial arts celebrities and famous people who has discovered the fighting arts will be added on an ongoing basis.

Top 20 Martial Arts Film Stars of All Time – - Black Belt Discover which Bruce Lee film Jackie Chan appeared in with our FREE guide— Our Bruce Lee Movies List: Little-Known Trivia From Bruce Lee’s Pictures . Martial Arts Film Star #19: Lo Lieh Born as Wang Li-da in Indonesia, Lo Lieh moved to Hong Kong at age 10. After he signed with Shaw Brothers Studios, his rugged looks made him one of kung fu film’s earliest perennial villains. Ironically, the movie that brought him fame was King Boxer (1972), the first Chinese kung fu film released in America (as Five Fingers of Death). Starring in more than 180 movies—sometimes shooting 10 at the same time—Lo was originally targeted to play monk Bai Mei in Quentin Tarantino’s Kill Bill, but he passed away before it began. Martial Arts Film Star #18: Alexander Fu Sheng Born in 1954 as Zhang Fu-Sheng, Alexander Fu Sheng owed his start to director Chang Cheh when he was cast in Police Force (1973).

Starring in 39 kung fu films, he later took on roles with more comic appeal and was supposed to be Shaw Brothers’ answer to Golden Harvest’s Jackie Chan. But on July 7, 1983, while shooting 8-Diagram Pole Fighter, Fu Sheng died in a car crash. In an ironic twist, he lived in Bruce Lee’s house in Kowloon, Hong Kong, and died almost 10 years after Lee did. Martial Arts Film Star #17: Ti Lung Born as Tan Fu-rong and trained in wing chun, Ti Lung was a competent tailor before being cast with longtime cohort David Chiang in Dead End (1969). He attained superstar status with Blood Brothers (1972), which was co-directed by John Woo. After the trio broke up, Ti’s status was cemented with The Sentimental Swordsman (1977) and The Deadly Breaking Sword (1979), making him one of Shaw Brothers’ perennial heroes. Although replaced by Jet Li for Once Upon a Time in China (1991), Ti co-starred in Jackie Chan’s Drunken Master II.

Martial Arts Film Star #16: Wang Lung-Wei A veteran of more than 85 films, Wang Lung-Wei is one of the few actors who have no martial arts background but can look like a real master. His history in boxing helped him quickly pick up martial arts movements while rehearsing. A master of portraying cold-faced, ruthless characters, Wang exhibited superb screen-fighting abilities that made him a powerhouse villain and a favorite heavy. Three Evil Masters (1980), My Young Auntie (1981) and Martial Club (1981) are his must-see films. Martial Arts Film Star #15: David Chiang David Chiang (born as Jiang Wei-nian) was a child actor before hooking up with Shaw Brothers in 1966. After he appeared in Dead End and The Wandering Swordsman (1969), director Chang Cheh introduced him to his friend Ti Lung, and they made a string of blockbusters that included Vengeance (1970), Duel of Fists (1971) and The Water Margin (1974). The three became known as the Iron Triangle.

Although Chiang starred in more than 80 kung fu films, fans of the genre recognize him best as the Chinese hero who appeared alongside Peter Cushing in the Hammer/Shaw Brothers co-production of Legend of the 7 Golden Vampires (1974). Martial Arts Film Star #14: Shintaro Katsu Born as Toshio Okamura, Shintaro Katsu is best-known for playing a blind nomadic gambler and masseur named Zatoichi, whose humble facade hid a swordsman with a breathtaking quick-draw. From 1962 to 1989, Katsu made 26 Zatoichi feature films, with new installments coming out bimonthly in 1964. Katsu also produced the manga-based Lone Wolf and Cub film series (aka Shogun Assassin), which starred his brother, Tomisaburo Wakayama. A remake of Zatoichi starring Takeshi Katano was made in 2003.

Martial Arts Film Star #13: Chen Kuan-Tai Prior to pursuing a career in film, Chen Kuan-Tai was a Hong Kong fireman and the 1969 light-heavyweight champion of the Southeast Asian Chinese Martial Arts Tournament. A kung fu practitioner since the age of 8, he was the first martial arts champ to enter moviemaking. He began as a stuntman in Kuan Tak-hing’s Huang Fei-hung movies, then made his mark in Boxer From Shantung (1972), which was co-directed by John Woo. Chen starred in more than 80 films, struck gold directing Iron Monkey (1977) and won critical acclaim for his role in Killer Constable (1980). Martial Arts Film Star #12: The “Five Venoms” Although based on five actors (really six) from the Shaw Brothers classic The Five Venoms (1978), the “Five Venoms” is a group of actors who worked together to make 20 of the most intricately choreographed weapons films ever.

The actors were Philip Kwok, the leader, usually playing a good guy; Chiang Sheng, noted for humor and using double weapons; Lo Meng, the muscle-and-fists fighter; Sun Chien, the kicker; Lu Feng, usually a villain; and Wei Bai, who worked mostly behind the camera because of Tourette’s syndrome. Martial Arts Film Star #11: Michelle Yeoh Born in Malaysia with the name Yang Zi-chong, Michelle Yeoh trained in ballet at London’s Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts. Her physical prowess brought her opportunities to star in The Heroic Trio (1992), Wing Chun (1994) and Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon (2000). The Hong Kong stunt biz is a male-dominated industry, so when action-directors Ching Siu Tung, Stanley Tong, Sammo Hung, Yuen Woo-ping and Jackie Chan say Yeoh is the best stuntwoman-fighter in the film industry, that about says it all. Ironically, she doesn’t practice the martial arts.

Martial Arts Film Star #10: Sonny Chiba Born in 1939 as Sadao Maeda, Sonny Chiba studied Noh (classical Japanese drama) and was a contender for Japan’s Olympic gymnastics team until he injured his back and began practicing karate under Mas Oyama. Joining Toei Studios in 1961, he used his muscle-bound body to become its answer to Bruce Lee. Chiba’s ultrabrutal The Streetfighter (1974) was the first movie released in America with an X-rating for violence. Its success spawned three sequels. Capping a career that spans 40 years and 140 films, Chiba co-starred in Kill Bill as Hattori Hanzo, a character he once played on Japanese television. Martial Arts Film Star #9: Jimmy Wong Yu Born in 1942, Jimmy Wong Yu was originally named Wong Zheng-quan. After making plans to further his civil-engineering and business background while studying abroad, on a lark he auditioned at Shaw Brothers Studios. Out of 5,000 hopefuls, he was one of three who made the grade.

At a time when romances and musicals overshadowed action films, director Chang Cheh cast Wong Yu in a macho, heroic bloodshed film titled One-Armed Swordsman (1967), and it shot him to stardom. In The Chinese Boxer (1969), he launched a new type of movie that blended the “rival school” and “crippled hero” motifs. He’s renowned as the first star to do all his own fights and stunts. Martial Arts Film Star #8: Cheng Pei Pei Born in Shanghai, Cheng Pei Pei trained as a ballet dancer. She was abandoned at age 15 and forced to fend for herself and her younger sister. Shaw Brothers discovered her in 1963. Cheng was groomed to play male characters in opera films until a young director named King Hu chose her to star in a new-wave swordswoman film titled Come Drink With Me (1965). It set new standards for all wu xia movies to come.

(Director Ang Lee admitted that it was the inspiration behind Crouching Tiger and the reason he cast Cheng in it.) With Cheng’s subsequent success, she was dubbed the first “Queen of Kung Fu Films.” Martial Arts Film Star #7: Gordon Liu Chia-Hui Born with the Chinese name of Xian Qi-xi and the English name of Louis Sin, Gordon Liu Chia-Hui skipped school to practice the martial arts under the renowned Liu Zhan. Later, in honor of Liu Zhan’s skills, Gordon changed his name to Liu and was adopted into the family. He initially planned to become a policeman, but at the bequest of his kung fu brother, noted director Liu Chia-liang, Gordon Liu became an actor for Shaw Brothers in 1974. With his landmark role in The 36th Chamber of Shaolin (1978) playing real-life monk San Te, he quickly built a name that symbolized the Shaolin priesthood. The West knows him best for his roles as head of the Crazy 88s in Kill Bill Vol. 1 and Bai Mei in Kill Bill Vol. 2.

Martial Arts Film Star #6: Toshiro Mifune Born and raised in China, Toshiro Mifune was a Japanese recon pilot during World War II. Then in 1946 he applied for the job of camera assistant at Toho Studios. During the interview, he was asked to laugh and act drunk. One of the interviewers was Akira Kurosawa, who upon witnessing the performance, hired Mifune. He ended up using him in 16 samurai masterpieces, including Seven Samurai (1954), Yojimbo (1961) and Sanjuro (1962). His poker-faced stare, which gave audiences the impression that he was constantly on the brink of rage, made him the most recognized face in samurai filmdom. That reputation was cemented early on with his portrayal of Miyamoto Musashi in Samurai (1954). Martial Arts Film Star #5: Kwan Tak-Hing In 1949 filmmaker Wu Peng revived the dying Cantonese cinema of Hong Kong by casting Cantonese opera star Kwan Tak-Hing to play legendary folk hero Huang Fei-hung.

Born in 1906, Kwan was dubbed the “Patriotic Entertainer” for raising funds in the United States for the Chinese war effort against Japan. A master of the white crane and hong styles of kung fu, he was also an expert lion dancer and calligrapher. Over the course of 85 films, his name became synonymous with Huang Fei-hung, and his movies were seen as the official start of the gung fu pian (kung fu film genre). Martial Arts Film Star #4: Sammo Hung At age 10, Sammo Hung enrolled in a Beijing opera school, where he learned the skills that would eventually see him through more than 140 movies. He’s the man Jackie Chan calls “big brother” and regularly seeks council from. Many believe Hung’s films (Magnificent Butcher in 1980, Prodigal Son in 1981) feature better choreography than Chan’s.

Hung later branched into muo shan shu (Chinese voodoo) moviemaking, where productions such as Close Encounters of the Spooky Kind (1981) and Dead and the Deadly (1982) mixed slapstick comedy with startling brutality. Although many Western fans know Hung as the portly monk who battled Bruce Lee in Enter the Dragon, his CBS series Martial Law was rated No. 1 in its time slot for two seasons. Martial Arts Film Star #3: Jet Li Born in 1963 and raised during the Cultural Revolution, Jet Li is the first Communist Chinese film star to make it in Hollywood. His first effort, The Shaolin Temple (1979), was the first kung fu movie made in China since Mao Zedong outlawed the traditional martial arts in 1949 and ordered the destruction of the real Shaolin Temple. Although Li’s a public figure in China, his belief in Tibetan Buddhism and a way of life frowned upon by his government has led him beyond the political quagmire and put him on a more philosophical path.

Martial Arts Film Star #2: Jackie Chan With his mind-numbing stunts performed with little regard for personal safety, Jackie Chan is one of the few martial arts actors who have literally sacrificed their bodies for film—all in the name of creating martial arts set pieces that no one else dared attempt. Others now emulate Chan, but he did it without the forethought of consequence, and he wasn’t copying anyone. Twice when the Hong Kong film industry was dying from its own copycat mentality, Chan rose above the standard fare and created new directions in choreography. He wound up establishing a new genre: wu da pian, or movies that combine gymnastics, martial arts and death-defying stunts. Martial Arts Film Star #1: Bruce Lee The No. 1 spot on this top 20 list is occupied by Bruce Lee because he accomplished the impossible: He not only gave the Chinese people and nation an identity, but he also made Asian-American kids proud to be Asian. In the end, he inspired more people to practice the martial arts than anyone else in history. He also broke down racial barriers under the banner of using the martial arts as a path to brotherhood and self-expression.

If it wasn’t for Lee giving Hong Kong movies and martial arts cinema legitimacy around the world, the martial arts film industry would not have the impact—or the box-office dollars—it has today. (Dr. Craig D. Reid is a Los Angeles-based freelance writer and fight choreographer with more than 20 years in the business. For more martial arts movie wisdom, check out his book, The Ultimate Guide to Martial Arts Movies of the 1970s: 500+ Films Loaded With Action, Weapons and Warriors) . Permalink: Bruce Lee - TV.com Bruce Lee 11/27/1940, San Francisco, California, USA Died Bruce Jun Fan Yuen Kam Lee Gender Male Also Known As Lee Siu Lung, Jun Fan Yuen Kam, Little Dragon Lee, Lee Jun Fan Yuen Kam, Xiaolong Li, Lee Jun Fan, Yam Lee, Siu-Lung Lee 9.5 EDIT Bruce Lee was born on the 27th November 1940 (the Chinese year of the Dragon) in the city of San Fancisco sometime between the hours of 6AM and 8AM.

Bruce was the third child of his parents Lee Hou-Cheun and his mother Gracie Lee.

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1- Bruce Lee was super fast, movies back then were shot on 24 fps but Bruce’s films were shot on 32 fps. The reason was that contrary to speeding up martial arts movies, his movies were slowed down since he was so fast. His kicks and punches were lightning fast. 2- He could replace a coin resting on your hand before you had the time to close your hand. That is how fast he actually was. 3- Bruce could punch holes in a soda can with his finger, and he could do it when the can were actually made out of steel. Not the cans we use today. 4- He could do push-ups on just the thumb and index finger of one hand. 5- Bruce could hold the elevated V-sit position for up to 30 mins. 6- One of the famous techniques he mastered was the one inch punch. He demonstrated this technique on Bob Baker. Bob Baker said ” I told Bruce not to do this type of demonstration again. When he punched me the last time, I had to stay home from work because the pain in my chest was unbearable. 7- Bruce use to take private lessons and teach martial arts.

Demand for his private Kung Fu lessons grew so high and his hourly rate soared to as much as $275 per hour. 8- Way back in Lee’s teenage years, he was a gang leader. The name of his group was known as “The Tigers of Junction Street.” 9-Lee is best known as a martial artist, but he also studied drama and philosophy while a student at the University of Washington. He was well-read and had an extensive library. His own books on martial arts and fighting philosophy are known for their philosophical assertions, both inside and outside of martial arts circles. 10- Bruce Lee Jun Fan Yuen Kam is his full birth name. Martial Arts Birth name : Chan Kwong Sang Born : 1954, Hong Kong Education : Chinese Opera Research Institute Movies Look at this impressive list!...

1975 Countdown in Kung Fu, 1976 New Fist of Fury, 1978 Drunken Master, 1978 Snake in Eagle's Shadow, 1979 The Young Master (also : director, action choreographer), 1980 The Big Brawl, 1981 The Cannonball Run, 1983 Project A / A Ji Hwa (also : director), 1984 Cannonball Run, 1984 Wheels on Meals / Kwai Tsan Tseh, 1985 Heart of the Dragon, 1985 Jackie Chan's Police Story / Jingcha Gushi (also : executive producer, director, song performer), 1985 The Protector, 1986 Long Xiong Hu Di / The Armour of God (also : director, song performer), 1987 My Lucky Stars, 1987 Project A Part II / A Ji Hua Xuji (also : screenwriter, director), 1987 Rouge / Yanzhi Kou (producer), 1988 Dragons Forever, 1988 Police Story II (also : director),

 1989 Mr Canton and Lady Rose Qiji / Qiji (also : director), 1991 The Armour of God II : Operation Condor / Feiying Gaiwak (also : screenwriter, director), 1991 The Best of the Martial Arts Films, 1991 Center Stage / Ruan Ling-Lu (producer), 1991 Island on Fire, 1992 Supercop : Police Story III (also : executive producer), 1993 Crime Story, 1994 Tsui Kun II / Drunken Master II, 1995 Rumble in the Bronx.

* FOR THE BEST JACKIE CHAN LINKS ON THE NET, CHECK OUT IGOR'S HOMEPAGE ~ Jason Scott Lee Who is this guy???...you may be asking. Jason Scott Lee doesn't really belong in this category, but we just had to include him somewhere! : ) This guy is an actor. His movies have included 'Dragon : The Bruce Lee Story'(1993)...(hence his inclusion in this category). His performance in the movie is outstanding and he does great justice to the memory of Bruce Lee. Other roles include the Kevin Costner-produced 'Rapa Nui'(1994) - a portrayal of the ancient Easter Island society. He has also starred in Rudyard Kipling's classic, 'The Jungle Book'(1995). His first starring role was 'Map of the Human Heart'(1993), in which he played an Eskimo. Other minor movie roles include 'Born in East LA'(1987) and 'Back to the Future Part II'(1989). Jason has also done some TV, including 'American Eyes'(1990), in which he played a Korean boy adopted by an American family.

He has done few movies, yet each movie he has starred in, he has displayed exceptional insight into the role. Above all the movies Jason has done, one can easily say that 'Dragon : The Bruce Lee Story' was his best work. Reviews include - * Elbert Review - "Jason Scott Lee brings some of the same exuberance to the role that audiences enjoyed in Bruce Lee's films." * Baseline's Encyclopedia of Film - "Though possessing little physical resemblence to the kung fu legend and no prior martial arts training, Lee proved an inspired choice." With thanx to Cafe Haute Java for this piccy Jason takes on a bully as Bruce Lee in 'Dragon : The Bruce Lee Story' ~ Aikido Aikido is a gentle form of Martial Arts that concentrates on defending rather than attacking. Rather than fighting force against force, Aikido simply lets the opponent's force go, so that is why Aikido is suitable for the young and old and people of all different sizes. Aikido also concentrates on the spiritual angle, and there is a strong correlation between mind and body to the point where they are considered to be one. So, to train the body, one must also train the mind.

* FOR THE BEST AIKIDO LINK ON THE NET, CHECK OUT IGOR'S HOMEPAGE Nandya on Aikido...I've been doing Kokikai Aikido for 4 years now at the U.N.S.W (University of New South Wales) dojo. I'm also the secretary at the Macquarie University dojo, where I also teach. Aikido for me is a way of finding inner fulfillment and self discipline. As mentioned above, Aikido exercises both the mind and body. This has been particularly useful in tackling my everyday stresses. Currently I am training for my Shodan grading( 1st degree black belt) which is probably going to take place in June. If you have any questions about Aikido, simply e-mail Nandya . She'll be happy to tell you all about this unique style of martial arts. Wanna tell us something? Top 10 Most Popular Martial Arts Artists - YouTube Top 10 Most Popular Martial Arts Artists Want to watch this again later? Sign in to add this video to a playlist. Need to report the video? Sign in to report inappropriate content. Rating is available when the video has been rented. This feature is not available right now.

Please try again later. Published on Jun 24, 2015 Top 10 Most Popular Martial Arts Artists 10. Scott Adkins Scott Edward Adkins is an English actor and martial artist who is best known for playing Yuri Boyka in Undisputed II: Last Man Standing and Undisputed III: Redemption, Bradley Hume in Holby City, Ed Russell in Mile High and as Hector in The Expendables 2. Adkins has also appeared in Dangerfield, Hollyoaks, The Tournament TV series and many others, as well as many films. 9. Jacky Wu Jacky Wu or Xian Ge, is a celebrity from Taiwan. He is an accomplished variety show host, singer and actor. He hosts and co-hosts numerous variety shows, such as long running popular Taiwanese variety show GUESS. 8. Jean-Claude Van Damme Jean-Claude Camille François Van Varenberg, professionally known as Jean-Claude Van Damme and abbreviated as JCVD, is a Belgian martial artist, actor, and director best known for his martial arts action films. 7.

Michael Jai White Michael Jai White is an American actor and martial artist who has appeared in numerous films and television series. 6. Sammo Hong Sammo Hung, also known as Hung Kam-bo, is a Hong Kong actor, martial artist, film producer and director, known for his work in many martial arts films and Hong Kong action cinema. 5. Tony Jaa Japanom Yeerum, formerly Tatchakorn Yeerum or Phanom Yeerum, better known internationally as Tony Jaa, in Thailand as Jaa Phanom, is a Thai martial artist, physical educator, actor, action choreographer, film producer, stuntman, director, and has spent time as a Buddhist monk. 4. Donnie Yen Donnie Yen, also known as Yen Ji-dan, is a Hong Kong actor, martial artist, film director and producer, action choreographer, and world wushu tournament medalist. 3. Jackie Chan Jackie Chan, SBS, MBE is a Hong Kong actor, martial artist, film director, producer and singer. In his movies, he is known for his acrobatic fighting style, comic timing, use of improvised weapons, and innovative stunts, which he typically performs himself.

Chan has been acting since the 1960s and has appeared in over 150 films. 2. Jet Li Li Lianjie, better known by his English stage name Jet Li, is a Chinese film actor, film producer, martial artist, and wushu champion who was born in Beijing. He is a naturalised Singaporean citizen. 1. Bruce Lee Bruce Lee was a Hong Kong American martial artist, Hong Kong action film actor, martial arts instructor, philosopher, filmmaker, and the founder of Jeet Kune Do. Lee was the son of Cantonese opera star Lee Hoi-Chuen. Category

Question: Martial arts actor Lee Yuen Kam was better known by what name?
Answer: Bruce Lee