- Born
- Birth nameSteven Neil McMichael
- Height6′ 0½″ (1.84 m)
- I was born and raised in Aurora, Colorado and I've never been one for half-measures. By the age of 15, I was an internationally ranked martial artist, setting the stage for a lifetime dedicated to discipline, precision, and pushing limits. At age 19, I joined the U.S. Marine Corps. There, I quickly distinguished myself by graduating as Platoon Honorman - only a select few to earn this title during Marine Corps Boot Camp. Stationed in Oahu, Hawaii, I deployed to the Persian Gulf in 1991 with FMF PAC CRC13, serving in Operation Desert Storm at the height of the conflict. Returning from the Gulf War, I was honored to join the elite Presidential Color Guard, where I had the privilege of standing in tribute during the historic 50th anniversary remembrance of the bombing of Pearl Harbor-an event that left an indelible mark on me, both as a Marine and as a witness to history. Every promotion I earned during my enlistment in the Marines was meritorious, reflecting my unwavering commitment to excellence. In 1993, I was named Marine of the Quarter and Marine of the Year, a testament to the dedication I brought to my service. When I left the Corps, I did so with the rank of Sergeant, carrying with me the discipline and tenacity that would define the next chapter of my life. I became a landed immigrant in Canada and started my film career in Vancouver. Although I now live in Alberta, my work has taken me far beyond Canadian borders. Since 1995, I have built a formidable career in the film industry. I have worked on over 125 feature film and television productions as a stunt performer, fight choreographer, stunt coordinator, second unit director and director. From Hollywood blockbusters to critically acclaimed productions, I have been the unseen force behind some of the most electrifying action sequences on screen-a craftsman of controlled chaos.
L.McMichael
- IMDb mini biography by: L. McMichael PhD.
- Children
- Gender / Gender identityMale
- Race / EthnicityWhite
- He has been credited with pioneering and being the first true acrobatic martial art film fighter in Canada. Coming from the competitive martial arts scene of the 1980s and 90s (NASKA / NBL). Steve was trained in Wushu during the early 1980s by 5 time North American NASKA champion Peter Morales with subsequence training by Beijing Wushu and Jet Li team members Li Jun Hung and Yu Sho Wen.
- Former United States Marine Corps 1989-1994 (Served in Operation Desert Storm).
- Since 1995 he has provided the Canadian film industry with a seamlessly integrated fighting style for film comprised of Wushu, Tae Kwon Do and elements of Capioera. The combination of these three high impact, high flying and dynamic styles are called North American Freestyle.
- His performing career was cut short in Oct of 2003; while doing a stunt and added with the accumulation of past injuries broke his neck. After a two year absence he is back and stronger than ever, but this time as a coordinator.
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