Jean-Claude Van Damme
B- Birthday
- October 18, 1960
- Age
- 65
- Height
- 5'10" (177 cm)
- Net Worth
- $40M
About
Jean-Claude Van Damme, born Jean-Claude Camille François Van Varenberg, is a Belgian martial artist and actor renowned for his action films. He began his martial arts training at a young age and achieved significant success in karate and kickboxing competitions. Van Damme moved to the United States in the early 1980s to pursue an acting career, eventually landing his breakout role in the martial arts film *Bloodsport*.
Career Timeline
"Bloodsport" Kickstarts Career
Stars in *Bloodsport*, catapulting him into the spotlight.
"Kickboxer" Box Office Success
Leads *Kickboxer*, establishing himself as a bankable action star.
"Universal Soldier" Stardom
Appears in *Universal Soldier*, gaining wider recognition.
"Timecop" Commercial Peak
Stars in *Timecop*, achieving significant commercial success.
"JCVD" Career Revival
Stars in *JCVD*, receiving critical acclaim for his performance.
"Expendables 2" Action Role
Appears in *The Expendables 2*, returning to action roles.
Action Film Star
Maintains action film status through independent projects and occasional action movie roles.
