History of Ralph Macchio in Timeline
Ralph Macchio is an American actor best known for his iconic role as Daniel LaRusso in the Karate Kid film series and the sequel television series Cobra Kai. His performance in Cobra Kai earned him nominations for Critics' Choice Awards and a Primetime Emmy Award. Macchio gained recognition early in his career with roles in The Outsiders and My Cousin Vinny. He also had appearances in Eight Is Enough, Crossroads, Ugly Betty, and The Deuce. In 2024, Macchio received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
1947: Ford Super Deluxe
In 2014, During a celebration of the 30th anniversary of The Karate Kid at the Japanese American National Museum, Ralph Macchio revealed that the yellow 1947 Ford Super Deluxe convertible from the film was in his garage.
November 4, 1961: Ralph Macchio's Birth
On November 4, 1961, Ralph George Macchio Jr. was born. He is an American actor known for his role as Daniel LaRusso in the Karate Kid films and Cobra Kai series.
1962: How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying
In 1996, Ralph Macchio played the lead role in the U.S. tour revival of the 1962 Tony Award-winning musical How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying and received positive reviews.
1979: High School Graduation
In 1979, Ralph Macchio graduated from Half Hollow Hills High School West in Dix Hills, New York.
1980: Eight Is Enough Series
From 1980 to 1981, Ralph Macchio appeared in Eight Is Enough.
1980: Cast as Jeremy Andretti
In 1980, Ralph Macchio was cast as Jeremy Andretti for the final season of Eight Is Enough.
1980: Screen Test Information
In 1980, during a screen test, Ralph Macchio mentioned that his family was from Naples.
1981: Eight Is Enough Series
From 1980 to 1981, Ralph Macchio appeared in Eight Is Enough.
1983: The Outsiders Film
In 1983, Ralph Macchio portrayed Johnny Cade in The Outsiders.
1983: Role in The Outsiders
In 1983, Ralph Macchio won the role of Johnny Cade in Francis Ford Coppola's cinematic adaptation of S. E. Hinton's novel, The Outsiders.
1984: Karate Kid Film
In 1984, Ralph Macchio portrayed Daniel LaRusso in The Karate Kid film.
1984: Role in The Karate Kid
In 1984, Ralph Macchio won the role of Daniel LaRusso in The Karate Kid.
1986: Crossroads Film
In 1986, Ralph Macchio appeared in the film Crossroads.
1986: The Karate Kid Part II
In 1986, Ralph Macchio continued to portray Daniel LaRusso in The Karate Kid Part II.
April 5, 1987: Marriage to Phyllis Fierro
On April 5, 1987, Ralph Macchio married Phyllis Fierro.
1989: The Karate Kid Part III
In 1989, Ralph Macchio continued to portray Daniel LaRusso in The Karate Kid Part III.
1991: Celebrity Captain
In 1991, Ralph Macchio was featured as the New York Islanders' celebrity captain in the Pro Set Platinum trading card series.
1992: My Cousin Vinny Film
In 1992, Ralph Macchio starred as Bill Gambini in the film My Cousin Vinny.
1992: Starring in My Cousin Vinny
In 1992, Ralph Macchio starred in the comedy film My Cousin Vinny.
1992: Birth of Julia Macchio
In 1992, Ralph Macchio's daughter, Julia, was born.
1996: How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying
In 1996, Ralph Macchio played the lead role in the U.S. tour revival of the 1962 Tony Award-winning musical How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying and received positive reviews.
1996: Birth of Daniel Macchio
In 1996, Ralph Macchio's son, Daniel, was born.
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 appeared in several episodes of the ABC Network television series Ugly Betty as Archie Rodriguez.
2008: Ugly Betty Series
From 2008 to 2009, Ralph Macchio appeared in Ugly Betty.
2009: Ugly Betty Series
From 2008 to 2009, Ralph Macchio appeared in Ugly Betty.
June 2010: Funny or Die Short
In June 2010, Ralph Macchio appeared in Funny or Die's online short, "Wax On, F*ck Off", which satirized his career and The Karate Kid.
September 20, 2010: A Room of My Own Reading
On September 20, 2010, Ralph Macchio played the adult Carl Morelli in a staged reading of the Charles Messina 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 and was eliminated during the semi-finals, placing fourth.
April 2012: Cast in Hitchcock
In April 2012, Ralph Macchio was cast in the film Hitchcock, portraying Joseph Stefano.
2013: How I Met Your Mother Appearance
In 2013, Ralph Macchio appeared in How I Met Your Mother, where his character from The Karate Kid was discussed.
2014: Karate Kid Anniversary
In 2014, During a celebration of the 30th anniversary of The Karate Kid at the Japanese American National Museum, Ralph Macchio revealed that the yellow 1947 Ford Super Deluxe convertible from the film was in his garage.
2016: Bobblehead Promotion
In 2016, a bobblehead promotion featured Ralph Macchio in the New York Islanders' uniform in the 'crane kick' pose from The Karate Kid.
2017: The Deuce Series
From 2017 to 2019, Ralph Macchio appeared in The Deuce.
2018: Cobra Kai Series
In 2018, Ralph Macchio reprised his role as Daniel LaRusso in the television series Cobra Kai.
2019: The Deuce Series
From 2017 to 2019, Ralph Macchio appeared in The Deuce.
2022: Publication of Memoir
In 2022, Ralph Macchio published his memoir, Waxing On: The Karate Kid and Me, reflecting on The Karate Kid and Cobra Kai.
2023: Training in Karate
In 2023, Ralph Macchio said that before the filming of The Karate Kid, he was trained in the Okinawan Gōjū-ryū defensive style of karate used by Pat Morita's Mr. Miyagi character.
2024: Hollywood Walk of Fame Star
In 2024, Ralph Macchio received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
February 13, 2025: Cobra Kai Conclusion
On February 13, 2025, Cobra Kai, starring Ralph Macchio, concluded after six seasons.
April 2025: Black Belt in Karate
In April 2025, Ralph Macchio earned his black belt in karate.
May 2025: Honorary Black Belt
In May 2025, Ralph Macchio and Jackie Chan were awarded an honorary black belt by the World Karate Federation during the New York premiere of Karate Kid: Legends.
2025: Karate Kid: Legends
In 2025, Ralph Macchio reprised the role of Daniel LaRusso in Karate Kid: Legends, teaming up with Jackie Chan.
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