Ralph Macchio
Biography
Ralph Macchio is an American actor born on November 4, 1961, in Huntington, Long Island, New York. He is known for his roles in film and television. Macchio is best recognized for his portrayal of Daniel LaRusso in the Karate Kid series, Billy Gambini in My Cousin Vinny, and Johnny Cade in The Outsiders. He also appeared in the comedy-drama series Eight Is Enough, playing the recurring role of Jeremy Andretti. Macchio's acting credits include 78 known titles. He has competed on the twelfth season of Dancing with the Stars. Macchio is a male actor who has worked in the entertainment industry, with a career spanning multiple film and television projects.
Career overview
Ralph Macchio is an American actor known for his roles in various films and television shows. He is best recognized for his portrayal of Daniel LaRusso in the Karate Kid series. Macchio has also appeared in other notable films, including My Cousin Vinny, where he played the character of Billy Gambini, and The Outsiders, in which he portrayed Johnny Cade.
In addition to his film work, Macchio has made appearances on American television. He had a recurring role in the comedy-drama series Eight Is Enough during its fifth season, playing the character of Jeremy Andretti. Macchio's acting career spans multiple genres and mediums, showcasing his versatility as a performer.
Throughout his career, Macchio has accumulated a significant number of acting credits, with a total of 78 known credits. His work has been recognized by audiences and critics alike, and he continues to be a prominent figure in the entertainment industry.
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- Karate Kid: Legends (2025) as Daniel LaRusso
- Karate Kid: Legends (2025) Executive Producer
- Dinner Time Live with David Chang (2024) as Self
- Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson (2024) as Self
- Cobra Kai: Inside the Dojo (2024) as Self
- Beyond the Bonsai (2022)
- Steve Vai - His First 30 Years: The Documentary (2022) as Self (archive footage)
- Last Meals (2021) as Self
- The Netflix Afterparty (2021) as Self
- More Than Miyagi: The Pat Morita Story (2021) as Self
- The Drew Barrymore Show (2020) as Self
- Reunited Apart (2020) as Self
- The Kelly Clarkson Show (2019) as Self - Guest
- Cobra Kai (2018) as Daniel LaRusso
- Cobra Kai (2018) Co-Executive Producer
- Cobra Kai (2018) Director
- A Dog and Pony Show (2018) as Aaron
- The Deuce (2017) as Officer Haddix
- Psych: The Movie (2017) as Nick Conforth
- Lost Cat Corona (2017) as Dominic
- John G. Avildsen: King of the Underdogs (2017) as Self
- Comedy Central Roast of Rob Lowe (2016) as Self
- The Late Show with Stephen Colbert (2015) as Self
- The Real Miyagi (2015) as Daniel LaRusso (archive footage)
- I Hate Christian Laettner (2015) as Daniel LaRusso (archive footage)
- The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon (2014) as Self
- The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon (2014) as Self - Guest
- A Little Game (2014) as Tom Kuftinec
- Whose Line Is It Anyway? (2013) as Self
- He's Way More Famous Than You (2013) as Ralph Macchio
- Across Grace Alley (2013) as Father
- Across Grace Alley (2013) Director
- Across Grace Alley (2013) Writer
- Hitchcock (2012) as Joseph Stefano
- Comic Book Men (2012) as Self
- Holiday Spin (2012) as Ruben
- The Ballad Of Danko Jones (2012) as Dr. Lee Dorian
- His Way (2011) as Self
- Conan (2010) as Self - Guest
- Wax On, Fuck Off (2010) as Self
- Wax On, Fuck Off (2010) Writer
- Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen (2009) as Self - Guest
- Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Undead (2009) as Bobby Bianchi
- Head Case (2007) as Self
- Sweep the Leg (2007) as Daniel Larusso/Hilmself
- Psych (2006) as Nick Conforth
- Psych (2006) as Logan Phelps
- The One Show (2006) as Self
- Ugly Betty (2006) as Archie Rodriguez
- Beer League (2006) as Maz
- How I Met Your Mother (2005) as Ralph Macchio
- Dancing with the Stars (2005) as Self - Contestant
- Staying Gold: A Look Back at 'The Outsiders' (2005) as Self
- The Way of The Karate Kid (2005) as Self / Daniel
- Entourage (2004) as Ralph Macchio
- Jimmy Kimmel Live! (2003) as Self - Guest
- Comedy Central Roasts (2003) as Self
- A Good Night to Die (2003) as Donnie
- Love Thy Brother (2002) Writer
- Love Thy Brother (2002) Director
- Law & Order: Criminal Intent (2001) as Louis Marciano
- Can't Be Heaven (2000) as Hubbie
- Twice in a Lifetime (1999) as Officer Dan Payello / Phillip Barbosa
- The Secret of NIMH 2: Timmy to the Rescue (1999) as 17 Year Old Tim (voice)
- The View (1997) as Self - Guest
- The Daily Show (1996) as Self
- The Outer Limits (1995) as Dr. Neal Eberhardt
- Naked in New York (1993) as Chris
- The Last P.O.W.? The Bobby Garwood Story (1993) as Robert Garwood
- MTV Movie & TV Awards (1992) as Self - Presenter
- My Cousin Vinny (1992) as William 'Bill' Gambini
- Too Much Sun (1991) as Frank, Jr.
- The Karate Kid Part III (1989) as Daniel
- LIVE with Kelly and Mark (1988) as Self - Guest
- Distant Thunder (1988) as Jack Lambert
- The Karate Kid Part II (1986) as Daniel
- Crossroads (1986) as Eugene Martone
- The Karate Kid (1984) as Daniel
- Teachers (1984) as Eddie Pilikian
- The Three Wishes of Billy Grier (1984) as Billy Grier
- The Outsiders (1983) as Johnny Cade
- Dangerous Company (1982) as Denny Brody
- High Powder (1982) as Eddie
- Up the Academy (1980) as Chooch Bombalazzi
- Eight Is Enough (1977)
- Eight Is Enough (1977) as Jeremy Andretti
- The Girl in the River