Gene LeBell
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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 De…
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The X-Files
1993 · TV
Married... with Children
1987 · TV
MacGyver
1985 · TV
Magnum, P.I.
1980 · TV
Falcon Crest
1981 · TV
Ironside
1967 · TV
That '70s Show
1998 · TV
Strong Medicine
2000 · TV
Quincy, M.E.
1976 · TV
Knight Rider
1982 · TV
The Incredible Hulk
1977 · TV
Family Matters
1989 · TV