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Ron Van Clief (born January 25, 1943, in Brooklyn, New York) is an American martial artist and an actor in Hollywood and Hong Kong action films. He is best known for starring in 1970s blaxploitation and kung fu films. He is the father of poet Shihan van Clief.
Ron Van Clief, also known as The Black Dragon, is a martial arts champion and stuntman who has appeared in movies and TV shows such as The Last Dragon, F/X, and The Sopranos. He was born in Brooklyn, New York in 1943 and served in the Vietnam war.
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The Legendary Black Dragon - Grandmaster Ron Van Clief demo at age 80.
Learn about Ron Van Clief, a five-time karate and kung fu world champion and a 15-time All-American Champion. He trained with Bruce Lee, competed in the Ultimate Fighting Championship, and wrote instructional books and videos.
Feb 25, 2023 · 'The Black Dragon' Ron van Clief is most known for his film work and being the oldest competitor in UFC history. But his storied life has had so many more ch...
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Ron "The Black Dragon" Van Clief is a martial arts legend. Born in Brooklyn, New York in 1943, he started martial arts training in his early teens. At 5 feet 10 inches and 190 pounds, Van Clief was fast, powerful, and tough. He won 10 New York State Full-Contact Karate Championships.
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Jan 2, 2024 · Jan 2. 5 min read. Where are they now? The Black Dragon: Ron Van Clief. Of all the fighters who appeared in the early UFC tournaments, none provokes a wider range of emotions than Ron “The Black Dragon” Van Clief. by Mark Jacobs. Photos Courtesy of Ron Van Clief. Want to read more? Subscribe to blackbeltmag.com to keep reading this exclusive post.
