Braden D. White(I)

Braden D. White is an American actor, screenwriter, producer, and stunt/fight coordinator known for his work in the action genre. An Oklahoma native, White relocated to Arkansas in the summer of 2024. White discovered his passion for film in first grade through a school promotional commercial, and at age 20 he wrote his first screenplay. At 24, he wrote, produced, and starred in the short film Skin Circuit. With nearly two decades of martial arts training, holding a 3rd Degree Black Belt in Shotokan Karate and Te Ashi Ryu Jujutsu, he blends physicality with narrative storytelling in his projects. In 2021, he launched TKO Productions and went on to produce and star in the feature films Double Cross (2024) and Dark Deal (2024). In both, White served multiple roles: lead actor, writer, and producer, demonstrating his versatility and hands on approach to indie filmmaking. Beyond those, his résumé includes short films such as Skin Circuit and The Drive (where he again held writing, producing, and acting credits), as well as stunt work in projects like Dragon Combat and background roles in Big Stone Gap and Casting the First Stone. With a background deeply rooted in martial arts, White has served as a stunt and fight coordinator on numerous projects over the past five years. His training in multiple disciplines and certification at high rank in formal fight choreography that prioritizes safety without sacrificing cinematic impact. White views filmmaking as both a creative outlet and a lifelong pursuit. He emphasizes action and comedy through his work, aiming to entertain and tell grounded stories. He has additional films in development slated for release in 2025 and 2026 under TKO Productions, reinforcing his commitment to building an independent film career beyond Hollywood's traditional centers.