Career Timeline of Ralph Macchio: Major Achievements and Milestones
From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Ralph Macchio made an impact.
Ralph Macchio is an American actor renowned for his role as Daniel LaRusso in the Karate Kid film series and the sequel television series, Cobra Kai, earning him Critics' Choice and Primetime Emmy nominations. His career also includes notable performances as Johnny Cade in The Outsiders and Bill Gambini in My Cousin Vinny. Macchio's other significant roles span television series like Eight Is Enough and Ugly Betty, as well as the film Crossroads and The Deuce. In 2024, he received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
1962: Tony Award-winning musical How to Succeed in Business
In 1962, the Tony Award-winning musical How to Succeed in Business was first performed.
1980: Cast as Jeremy Andretti
In 1980, Macchio was cast as Jeremy Andretti for the final season of "Eight Is Enough".
1980: Eight Is Enough
In 1980, Ralph Macchio joined the cast of the television series "Eight Is Enough".
1981: Eight Is Enough
In 1981, Ralph Macchio continued his role in the television series "Eight Is Enough".
1983: The Outsiders Film
In 1983, Ralph Macchio played Johnny Cade in Francis Ford Coppola's "The Outsiders".
1983: Role in The Outsiders
In 1983, Ralph Macchio won the role of Johnny Cade in Francis Ford Coppola's film adaptation of "The Outsiders".
1984: The Karate Kid Film
In 1984, Ralph Macchio starred as Daniel LaRusso in the blockbuster film "The Karate Kid".
1984: Starred in The Karate Kid
In 1984, Ralph Macchio starred as Daniel LaRusso in the hit film "The Karate Kid", gaining widespread recognition.
1986: Film and Broadway
In 1986, Ralph Macchio appeared in the film "Crossroads" and starred in "Cuba and His Teddy Bear" on Broadway with Robert De Niro.
1986: The Karate Kid Part II
In 1986, Ralph Macchio continued to play Daniel LaRusso in the sequel "The Karate Kid Part II".
1986: Crossroads Film
In 1986, Ralph Macchio starred in the film "Crossroads".
1989: The Karate Kid Part III
In 1989, Ralph Macchio reprised his role as Daniel LaRusso in "The Karate Kid Part III".
1992: My Cousin Vinny Film
In 1992, Ralph Macchio starred as Bill Gambini in the film "My Cousin Vinny".
1996: How to Succeed in Business Musical Tour
In 1996, Ralph Macchio played J. Pierrepont Finch in the U.S. tour revival of "How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying".
2002: Love Thy Brother Short Film
In 2002, Ralph Macchio directed the short film "Love Thy Brother", which won an award at a U.S.-based film festival.
2007: Music Video Appearance
In 2007, Ralph Macchio appeared in the music video for the song "Sweep the Leg" by No More Kings.
October 2008: Ugly Betty Role
Beginning in October 2008, Ralph Macchio played Archie Rodriguez in "Ugly Betty".
2008: Ugly Betty Appearance
In 2008, Ralph Macchio appeared in the television series "Ugly Betty".
2009: Ugly Betty Appearance
In 2009, Ralph Macchio continued his role in the television series "Ugly Betty".
June 2010: Funny or Die Short
In June 2010, Macchio appeared in Funny or Die's online short, "Wax On, F*ck Off", a comedic take on his career and "The Karate Kid".
September 20, 2010: A Room of My Own
On September 20, 2010, Ralph Macchio played Carl Morelli in a staged reading of Charles Messina's play "A Room of My Own".
February 2011: Dancing with the Stars
In February 2011, Ralph Macchio competed on ABC's "Dancing with the Stars", placing fourth overall.
April 2012: Hitchcock Film
In April 2012, Ralph Macchio was cast as Joseph Stefano in the film "Hitchcock".
2013: How I Met Your Mother Appearance
In 2013, Ralph Macchio appeared in "How I Met Your Mother", where the character Barney Stinson debated the true "Karate Kid".
2013: Across The Alley Short Film
In 2013, Ralph Macchio directed the short film "Across The Alley", which won an award at a U.S.-based film festival.
2016: Wildlife Rescue Benefit
In 2016, Ralph Macchio participated in a benefit featuring a screening of The Karate Kid to raise funds for a local wildlife rescue center.
2017: The Deuce Appearance
In 2017, Ralph Macchio appeared in the television series "The Deuce".
May 2, 2018: Cobra Kai Premiere
On May 2, 2018, the television series "Cobra Kai", in which Ralph Macchio reprised his role as Daniel LaRusso, premiered. It was originally released on YouTube Red/YouTube Premium.
2018: Cobra Kai Premiere
In 2018, Ralph Macchio reprised his role as Daniel LaRusso in the television series "Cobra Kai", a sequel to the Karate Kid films.
2019: The Deuce Appearance
In 2019, Ralph Macchio continued his role in the television series "The Deuce".
2022: Waxing On: The Karate Kid and Me
In 2022, Ralph Macchio published his memoir "Waxing On: The Karate Kid and Me", reflecting on the legacy of "The Karate Kid" films and "Cobra Kai".
February 13, 2025: Cobra Kai Series Concluded
On February 13, 2025, the television series "Cobra Kai", in which Ralph Macchio reprised his role as Daniel LaRusso, concluded after six seasons consisting of 65 episodes.
2025: The Karate Kid Films
As of 2025, Ralph Macchio has portrayed Daniel LaRusso in four Karate Kid films.
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