Robert Wall
Biography
Robert Alan Bob Wall was an American actor and martial artist born on August 22, 1939, in California. He was a former karate champion who studied Okinawa-te karate under Gordon Doversola. In 1966, Wall partnered with karate champion Joe Lewis to open the Sherman Oaks Karate Studio in Sherman Oaks, California. Chuck Norris later purchased Lewis's share of the studio in 1968. Wall was featured in a number of films, most notably making three appearances alongside martial arts master Bruce Lee. His film credits included roles in Way of the Dragon, alongside Lee and Chuck Norris, and a supporting role in Enter the Dragon. Bob Wall passed away on January 30, 2022, at the age of 82.
Career overview
Robert Alan Bob Wall was an American actor and martial artist born on August 22, 1939, in California. A former karate champion, Wall studied Okinawa-te karate under Gordon Doversola. In 1966, Wall and fellow karate champion Joe Lewis opened the Sherman Oaks Karate Studio in Sherman Oaks, California. Chuck Norris later purchased Lewis's share of the studio in 1968.
Wall is featured in a number of films and has a known credit total of 23. He is most notably recognized for three appearances alongside martial arts master Bruce Lee. Wall appeared alongside Lee and Chuck Norris in the film Way of the Dragon. He also held a supporting role in Enter the Dragon, which is noted as Lee's most famous film in the western world, and later appeared in Gam.
Wall passed away on January 30, 2022, at the age of 82.
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Full Filmography
28 titles- The Search for Count Dante (2020)
- The Real Miyagi (2015) as Self (archive footage)
- I Am Bruce Lee (2012) as Self
- Blood and Bone (2009) as O'Hara
- Sci-Fighter (2004) as Las Vegas announcer
- Blood and Steel: The Making of Enter the Dragon (2004) as Self
- The Unbeatable Bruce Lee (2001)
- Reflections on 'the Little Dragon' (2001)
- The Curse of the Dragon (1993) as Self
- Family Matters (1989) as Robert Wall
- Hero and the Terror (1988) as Wall (as Bob Wall)
- Firewalker (1986) as Jose
- Firewalker (1986) Stunts
- Code of Silence (1985) as Thug (uncredited)
- Invasion U.S.A. (1985) as Vince (uncredited)
- Bruce Lee, the Legend (1984) as Self
- Game of Death (1978) as Carl Miller
- Game of Death (1978) Stunt Coordinator
- Game of Death (1978) Stunts
- Black Belt Jones (1974) Fight Choreographer
- Enter the Dragon (1973) as Oharra
- Enter the Dragon (1973) Stunts
- Bruce Lee: The Man and the Legend (1973) as Self
- Location: Hong Kong with Enter the Dragon (1973) as Self
- The Way of the Dragon (1972) as Fred
- The Way of the Dragon (1972) Stunts
- Chinese Hercules: The Bolo Yeung Story as Self
- The Life & Legend of Bob Wall
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Robert Wall best known for?
Robert Wall is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Blood and Bone (2009), Family Matters (1989), Firewalker (1986), Firewalker (1986).
When and where was Robert Wall born?
Robert Wall was born on August 22, 1939 in California, USA. They passed away on January 30, 2022.
How many credits does Robert Wall have?
Robert Wall has accumulated over 28 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1972 to 2020.
What is Robert Wall's background in cinema and television?
Robert Alan Bob Wall was an American actor and martial artist born on August 22, 1939, in California. He was a former karate champion who studied Okinawa-te karate under Gordon Doversola. In 1966, Wall partnered with karate champion Joe Lewis to open the Sherman Oaks Karate Studio in Sherman Oaks, California. Chuck Nor...