Tell about yourself and your background! *
I started driving as soon as my feet could reach the pedals, I then began driving motorcycles at the age of thirteen. Throughout high school I played tennis competitively and just graduated in 2021. I’m now 18 and attend Rutgers University.
What inspired you to become a stunt performer?
I despised the idea of going to school for several years just to graduate and have to work a slow paced job. I had very little knowledge of the stunt community, but I knew I wanted to pursue a career I would be excited to show up to everyday. I was always interested in driving, bikes, and martial arts, so when I heard there was a career that included all of these elements I wanted to be apart of it.
What is your greatest skill as a stunt performer, is there a stunt behind it?
I believe my greatest skill is the ability to take direction. When I first started, I only had basic knowledge of the skills expected of stunt performers, but as we all know it takes countless hours of dedication and training. I always try my best to listen to the stunt coordinators on set as well as my instructors when training.
What is the best part about being a stunt performer?
Although I haven’t been at it for long, the most rewarding part about being a stunt performer is the skills I pick up along the way. I’ve learned how to slide cars, studied martial arts, but most important I’ve learned how to communicate. At first I was sometimes timid, until a fellow stuntman told me you cannot be shy on set. The stunt community is like a family, once you come out of your shell, making connections with everyone is priceless.
Tell your all-time favorite stunt story!
I was once on set for “Bel-Air” (a remake of the original series “Fresh Prince of Bel Air”) there were stunt drivers on set portraying cops that were supposed to arrest the main character, Will. I watched the Fresh Prince of Bel Air as a kid so seeing this in person and actually being apart of the production was a true honor.
What advice would you give other stunt performers?
This is a job many people dream of, so if you have the opportunity to be apart of it put the work in. Always listen to the coordinator’s on set, never be too quick to speak, just remember to follow directions to make the vision come alive. Your job is to hit the ground hard and sell the story. Train, train, train and you will be a great stunt performer!
Anything else you'd like to tell the community about?
The stunt community is like a family, if you are ever feeling unsure on set or need someone to point you in the right direction, never be afraid to asks your fellow stuntmen and women. If you have been at it for a while always be accepting of new comers and shed light on your experiences. I’m still learning the ropes but when I was new to the job these story's helped me tremendously.
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