Billy Blanks
Biography
Billy Blanks is a muscular African American sports star and actor. He was born in Eerie, Pennsylvania in 1955. Blanks started his martial arts training at the age of 14 and achieved black belts in tae kwon do and several other arts. He won numerous US martial arts tournaments. Blanks began appearing in films in the mid 1980s, utilizing his athletic background and grim faced looks. He is known for his tough guy parts. One of his notable film roles is in Tango & Cash.
Career overview
Billy Blanks began his acting career in the mid 1980s. He utilized his athletic background and physical appearance in his early film roles. Blanks' early acting work primarily featured him in tough guy parts.
Blanks' acting career continued with notable film appearances. One of his notable film roles was in Tango & Cash, released in 1989. This marked a significant point in his acting career, showcasing his ability to take on various roles.
Throughout his acting career, Blanks has leveraged his athletic background and physical presence to secure roles in film. His early work in the 1980s laid the groundwork for his continued success in the entertainment industry.
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Full Filmography
87 titles- The Last Kumite (2024) as Master Loren
- The Circuit 4: Faith Fighter (2024) as Samson
- American Expendables: The Films of North American Pictures (2024) as Self (archive footage)
- Iron Fists and Kung Fu Kicks (2019) as Self
- The Clapper (2018) as Billy Blanks
- Almost Amazing (2017) as Mr. Wilson
- The Ultimate Goal (2017)
- The Real Miyagi (2015) as Self
- Dark Moon Rising (2015) as Sheriff Tom
- Billy Blanks: Tae Bo Platinum Collection (2014) as Self
- Billy Blanks Tae Bo Express (2012) as Instructor
- Jack and Jill (2011) as Billy Blanks
- Billy Blanks: This Is Tae Bo (2010) as Himself
- Billy Blanks Tae Bo: Insane Abs (2010) as Self
- Billy Blanks: Ultimate Tae Bo (2007) as Billy Blanks
- Billy Blanks Tae Bo: Amped Fat Burn Accelerator (2007) as Billy Blanks
- Billy's Bootcamp Elite: Mission Spot Training - Lower Body (2006)
- Billy's BootCamp Elite: Mission Two - Maximum Power (2006)
- Billy's BootCamp Elite: 8 Minute Supercharge Cardio (2006)
- Billy's BootCamp Elite: Mission One - Get Started (2006)
- Billy's BootCamp Elite: Mission Three - Rock Solid Abs (2006)
- Billy's BootCamp: Ultimate BootCamp (2005) as Himself
- Billy's BootCamp: Basic Training Bootcamp (2005) as Billy Blanks
- Billy Blanks: Tae Bo Kicks (2005) as Himself
- Billy Blanks' Tae Bo: Total Body Fat Blaster (2005) as Himself
- The Tony Danza Show (2004) as Self
- Billy Blanks Tae Bo 2004 Capture the Power STRENGTH (2004) as Himself
- Billy Blanks - Tae Bo: Strength Power (2004) as Billy Blanks
- Billy's Bootcamp: Cardio Bootcamp Live! (2004)
- Tae Bo Extreme: Push Your Limits (2004) as Himself
- Billy Blanks Tae Bo 2004 Capture the Power POWER (2004) as Himself
- The Ellen DeGeneres Show (2003) as Self
- Billy Blanks: Tae Bo Flex (2003)
- Billy Blanks: Tae Bo Cardio (2003)
- Billy's Bootcamp 2: Tae Bo (2003)
- Billy Blanks' TaeBo Believer's Workout: The Strength Within (2003) as Himself
- Billy's Bootcamp 1: Tae Bo (2003)
- The Best of TaeBo: Ultimate Upper Body (2002) as Himself
- The Fairly OddParents (2001) as Billy Blanks (voice)
- TaeBo II: Get Ripped - 8-Minute Workout (2001) as Himself
- TaeBo II: Get Ripped - Advanced 1 Workout (2001) as Himself
- TaeBo II: Get Ripped - Advanced 2 Workout (2001) as Himself
- TaeBo II: Get Ripped - Basic 1 Workout (2001)
- Billy Blanks' Tae Bo: Gold (2000) as Himself
- The Parkers (1999)
- Billy Blanks' Tae Bo: Basic Workout (1999) as Himself
- Billy Blanks' Tae Bo: Advanced Workout (1999) as Himself
- Billy Blanks' Tae Bo: 8-Minute Workout (1999) as Himself
- Billy Blanks' Tae Bo: 8-Minute Workout (1999) Director
- Billy Blanks' Tae Bo: 8-Minute Workout (1999) Producer
- Billy Blanks' Tae Bo: 8-Minute Workout (1999) Writer
- Billy Blanks' Tae Bo: Instructional (1999) as Himself
- V.I.P. (1998) as Self
- Martial Law (1998) as Travis King
- Masters of the Martial Arts Presented by Wesley Snipes (1998) as Self
- Kiss the Girls (1997) as Instructor
- Assault on Devil's Island (1997) as Craegan
- Sabrina, the Teenage Witch (1996) as Billy Blanks
- Kazaam (1996) Stunts
- Balance of Power (1996) as Niko
- The Parent 'Hood (1995)
- Expect No Mercy (1995) as Justin Vanier
- Tough and Deadly (1995) as John Portland
- Encyclopedia of Martial Arts: Hollywood Celebrities (1995) as Self
- ER (1994) as Tae-Bo Instructor
- Back in Action (1994) as Billy
- Showdown (1993) as Billy Grant
- TC 2000 (1993) as Jason Storm
- Melrose Place (1992)
- The Master (1992) as Hawks Gang Member
- Talons of the Eagle (1992) as Tyler Wilson
- Invincible (1992) as Billy
- The Last Boy Scout (1991) as Billy Cole
- Timebomb (1991) as Mr. Brown
- Lionheart (1990) as African Legionnaire
- The King of the Kickboxers (1990) as Khan
- China O'Brien II (1990) as Baskin's Fighter #1 (uncredited)
- China O'Brien II (1990) Stunts
- Driving Force (1990) as Pool
- Tango & Cash (1989) as Prison Thug (uncredited)
- Bloodfist (1989) as Black Rose
- Low Blow (1986) as Guard
- Devotion as Billy Blanks
- Billy's Bootcamp: Cardio Bootcamp as Himself
- Billy Blanks Tae Bo 2004 Capture the Power ENERGY as Himself
- Billy Blanks - Tae Bo - Amped Full Throttle as Himself
- Billy Blanks: Bootcamp Cardio Inferno as Himself
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Billy Blanks best known for?
Billy Blanks is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including The Last Kumite (2024), Jack and Jill (2011), True Romance (1993), Die Hard (1988).
When and where was Billy Blanks born?
Billy Blanks was born on September 1, 1955 in Erie - Pennsylvania - USA.
How many credits does Billy Blanks have?
Billy Blanks has accumulated over 87 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1986 to 2024.
What is Billy Blanks's background in cinema and television?
Billy Blanks is a muscular African American sports star and actor. He was born in Eerie, Pennsylvania in 1955. Blanks started his martial arts training at the age of 14 and achieved black belts in tae kwon do and several other arts. He won numerous US martial arts tournaments. Blanks began appearing in films in the mid...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- The Parkers (1999) — aged about 43
- Sabrina, the Teenage Witch (1996) as Billy Blanks — aged about 40
- ER (1994) as Tae-Bo Instructor — aged about 38
- The Fairly OddParents (2001) as Billy Blanks (voice) — aged about 45
- The Parent 'Hood (1995) — aged about 39
- Martial Law (1998) as Travis King — aged about 42
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