Biography

Chris Casamassa is an actor, martial artist, and entrepreneur best known for originating the role of Scorpion in the Mortal Kombat film franchise and starring as Red Dragon in the cult television series WMAC Masters. The son of American martial arts pioneer Louis D. Casamassa, Chris has spent over four decades at the intersection of martial arts, film, and performance. A 10th-degree black belt and four-time #1 national champion, Chris rose to prominence in the early 1990s as one of the top competitors in North American Sport Karate before transitioning into film and television. His breakout role as Scorpion in Mortal Kombat established him as a recognizable figure in action cinema, with additional credits including Mortal Kombat: Conquest, Walker, Texas Ranger, Batman & Robin, Blade, and numerous television and film projects. Today, Chris is positioned for command roles, antagonists, and mentor figures, bringing authentic physicality, controlled presence, and real-world authority to every performance. His background as both a lifelong martial artist and on-camera performer allows him to deliver grounded, believable characters in action-driven and character-focused productions. Beyond acting, Chris is the CEO of Red Dragon Karate, a multi-location martial arts organization founded in 1965, where he leads studio owners and instructors while continuing to evolve the system for modern audiences. He is also a speaker and author focused on leadership, discipline, and youth development, with a mission to help one million kids become bully-proof. Chris Casamassa remains a recognizable legacy figure in action entertainment while actively expanding into modern, character-driven roles across film and television.
- IMDb mini biography by: J. & Chris