Biography

Shawn Balentine is a dynamic stunt coordinator, 2nd Unit Director, and action designer with a wealth of experience spanning feature films, television, live broadcasts, and immersive narratives. His impressive portfolio includes renowned projects like American Horror Story, Under the Dome, and live performances for AEW professional wrestling pay-per-views, as well as contributions to both the Marvel and DC cinematic universes.

Balentine is celebrated for his ability to fuse compelling storytelling with precise stunt execution, cultivating a keen expertise in production workflow, physical performance direction, action choreography, and collaborative set leadership. Throughout his remarkable career, he has masterfully stunt doubled for A-list talent such as Patton Oswalt, James Corden, Josh Gad, Jack Black, Neil Casey, Oliver Cooper, Wayne Knight, and Chaz Bono.

Since bravely coming out in 2016, Balentine has passionately advocated for greater visibility and worked to dismantle stereotypes concerning LGBTQ+ professionals in the entertainment industry, paving the way for a more inclusive Hollywood.
- IMDb mini biography by: Anonymous