Gene LeBell

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Gene LeBell

Gene LeBell is best known for The X-Files, That '70s Show, Knight Rider and Married... with Children. Gene LeBell was born on October 9, 1932. Gene LeBell died on August 9, 2022 at the age of 89.

Born
October 9, 1932
Place of birth
Los Angeles, California, USA
Died
August 9, 2022 (89 years old)

Biography

Ivan Gene LeBell (October 9, 1932 – August 9, 2022) is an American martial artist, stunt performer, actor, and former professional wrestler. Nicknamed "the Godfather of Grappling", LeBell is widely credited with popularizing grappling in professional fighting circles, serving as a precursor to modern mixed martial arts. LeBell has also worked on over 1,000 films and TV shows and has authored 12 books.

In 2000, the United States Ju-Jitsu Federation (USJJF) promoted him to 9th Dan in jujitsu and taihojutsu. On August 7, 2004, the World Martial Arts Masters Association promoted LeBell to 10th Degree and in February 2005, he was promoted to 9th Dan in Traditional Judo by the USJJF.

LeBell served as an inspiration for the character of Cliff Booth (Brad Pitt) in Quentin Tarantino's Once Upon a Time in Hollywood.

Known for

Filmography

Frequently asked questions

What movies and shows has Gene LeBell been in?

Gene LeBell is best known for The X-Files, That '70s Show, Knight Rider and Married... with Children.

When was Gene LeBell born?

Gene LeBell was born on October 9, 1932. (Los Angeles, California, USA)

How old is Gene LeBell?

Gene LeBell died on August 9, 2022 at the age of 89.

Updated: November 2, 2026 ·

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