Ralph Macchio

Birth Name:

Ralph George Macchio

Birth Place:

Huntington, New York, United States

Profession

Actor, Producer, Director, Soundtrack, Writer

Is of Italian and Greek ancestry
Quote: "(On remaking "The Karate Kid") "I don't look at it as the end of an era and the beginning of a new one․ It's not the passing of the torch as much as it is the celebration of a great story․""
Appeared in several TV commercials, including those for Dr Pepper and Bubble Yum, before being cast in the 1980 comedy "Up the Academy․"
Has guest-starred in several primetime TV series, including ABC's "Ugly Betty," Starz's "Head Case" and CBS' "How I Met Your Mother․"
As a young boy, would act out scenes he had just watched on TV
Became a "teen heartthrob" following his portrayal of Daniel LaRusso in the 1984 drama "The Karate Kid․"
Made an appearance in rock 'n' roll band Danko Jones' music video "I Think Bad Thoughts" in 2011

1982Young Artist Award - Best Young Actor in a Television Special:Nominated
1990Razzie Award - Worst Actor:Nominated
2014Jury Award - Best Drama Short Film:Winner
2014Bruce Corwin Award - Best Live Action Short Film:Nominated
2021Primetime Emmy - Outstanding Comedy Series:Nominated
2022CCA Super Award - Best Actor in an Action Series:Nominated
2022Blimp Award - Favorite Male TV Star (Family):Nominated
2022Jury Prize - Best TV/ Comedy Drama:Winner
2023CCA Super Award - Best Actor in an Action Series, Limited Series or Made-for-TV Movie:Nominated
2023Blimp Award - Favorite Male TV Star (Family):Nominated
2024Family Film Award - Best Iconic Film:Nominated

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