Tony Jaa
Tony Jaa is a Thai martial artist and actor known for his expertise in martial arts and his roles in action films.
Movie Actor
February 5, 1976
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Tony Jaa, a renowned martial artist and actor from Thailand, gained international fame for his extraordinary physical stunts in the “Ong-Bak” film series. He is also celebrated for his remarkable fight scenes in movies such as “The Protector,” “Triple Threat,” “Furious 7,” and “XXX: Return of Xander Cage.” Jaa has received numerous accolades for his contributions to the film industry, including the Best Action Choreography Award at the Hong Kong Film Awards.
In addition to his thriving acting career, Jaa has been a Buddhist monk since 2018, entering monkhood to express gratitude to his mother and community. He frequently shares his spiritual journey and insights on social media platforms.
Some other notable works and accomplishments of Tony Jaa include “Detective Chinatown 3” (2021), “Monster Hunter” (2020), “Ong-Bak 3” (2010), “The Bodyguard 2” (2007), and “Tom-Yum-Goong” (2005). Jaa continues to enthrall audiences with his exceptional martial arts skills and remains a prominent figure in the film industry.
Born on February 5, 1976, in Surin, Thailand, Jaa’s parents were elephant herders. He grew up watching martial arts films and drew inspiration from Bruce Lee, Jackie Chan, and Jet Li.
