David Carradine
David Carradine
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Full Name and Common Aliases
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David Carradine's full name was John Arthur Carradine. He was often referred to by his stage name, which he adopted in the 1960s.
Birth and Death Dates
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Born: December 8, 1936
Died: June 3, 2009
Nationality and Profession(s)
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David Carradine was an American actor of film, television, and theater. He is best known for his roles in Westerns and martial arts films.
Early Life and Background
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Carradine was born in Hollywood, California, to John Carradine, a renowned actor. His father's profession introduced David to the world of acting at a young age. Carradine began performing as a child, appearing on stage with his family members. He started his career in the entertainment industry by working behind the scenes as a stagehand and later transitioned to acting.
Major Accomplishments
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Carradine's breakthrough role came in 1972 when he played the part of Kwai Chang Caine in the television series _Kung Fu_. This series earned him two Emmy nominations. In addition to his work on _Kung Fu_, Carradine appeared in several notable films, including _Death Race 2000_ and _Kill Bill: Vol. 2_.
Notable Works or Actions
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Carradine's work spanned multiple decades, leaving a lasting impact on the entertainment industry. Some of his most notable roles include:
Kwai Chang Caine in _Kung Fu_ (1972-1975)
Franklin Hoffa in _Death Race 2000_ (1975)
* Bill in _Kill Bill: Vol. 2_ (2004)
Impact and Legacy
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David Carradine's contributions to the world of entertainment are undeniable. He is remembered for his versatility as an actor, able to successfully transition between Westerns and martial arts films. His work continues to inspire new generations of actors.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
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Carradine's impact extends beyond his performances on screen. His passion for the art of acting is evident in his advocacy for Asian-American representation in the entertainment industry. He also used his platform to promote martial arts and Eastern philosophy, further expanding his influence.
His legacy serves as a testament to the power of perseverance and dedication to one's craft. As an actor, he left behind a body of work that continues to captivate audiences worldwide.
Quotes by David Carradine
'Kung Fu' was never cancelled; I just left. I decided I had enough of it, and I thought I should do a movie right away, because I think when you leave a television series, it's important that you establish the fact that you're a movie actor really quickly, or you might never get that chance.
It's weird, because everywhere I go, people yell, 'Grasshopper!' or 'Bill!' but down there in Mexico or Colombia or anywhere in South America or most of Europe, people will yell, 'Serpent's Egg!' And I'll go, 'Wow, man, these people are really hip.'
There's tons of members of the Carradine family. It's more like a clan than it is like a family, and it's rare that we can get a bunch of them together. We do once in a while.
I've known Daryl Hannah for 20 years. She's kind of a friend of the family. Anyway, I've been hot for her ever since 'Blade Runner.'
Most of the things that have happened in my life have been pretty arbitrary. I walk into a room, and someone hits me with a two-by-four, and that changes my life. I'm not sure what I've learned from anything.
I was a truant. And if you're a truant in New York City, the truant officer gets after you, and then you get into the courts, and then things happen which they really shouldn't. But I ended up in a very sweet reform school. It's the place you go to if you've got a really kind judge.
I've never been in prison. I've been in jail a lot. But I've never actually been sentenced to anything.
With my father, there was one baseball game, one football game, one fishing trip. You got one of everything. And that was all you got. It was enough, though, and I adored him. He was a god to me.
The one thing about doing all those movies and all that television is I know what I'm doing. And I can do what Sean Connery can do. I can do what Clint can do. People even say I look a little like Clint. But that's just because I'm skinny and tall and old. With a receding hairline.