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William Zabka (William Michael Zabka) was born on 20 October, 1965 in New York City, New York, U.S., is an American actor (born 1965). Discover William Zabka's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Learn How rich is he in this year and how he spends money? Also learn how he earned most of networth at the age of 58 years old?

Popular As William Michael Zabka
Occupation Actor
Age 58 years old
Zodiac Sign Libra
Born 20 October, 1965
Birthday 20 October
Birthplace New York City, New York, U.S.
Nationality United States

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William Zabka Height, Weight & Measurements

At 58 years old, William Zabka height is 1.84 m .

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Who Is William Zabka's Wife?

His wife is Stacie Zabka (m. 2008)

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Wife Stacie Zabka (m. 2008)
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Children 2

William Zabka Net Worth

His net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is William Zabka worth at the age of 58 years old? William Zabka’s income source is mostly from being a successful Actor. He is from United States. We have estimated William Zabka's net worth, money, salary, income, and assets.

Net Worth in 2024 $1 Million - $5 Million
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1965

William Michael Zabka (born October 20, 1965) is an American actor.

1980

During the 1980s, Zabka appeared in the comedy movies Just One of the Guys (1985) and Back to School (1986).

1982

He worked as production manager on a number of motion pictures, including the Chuck Norris film Forced Vengeance (1982).

1983

In 1983, Zabka graduated from El Camino Real Charter High School in Los Angeles before briefly attending California State University, Northridge and majoring in film.

1984

He is best known for his role as Johnny Lawrence in The Karate Kid (1984), The Karate Kid Part II (1986) and the TV series Cobra Kai (2018–present).

Zabka's breakout acting role came in his first movie, The Karate Kid (1984).

He played Johnny Lawrence, the main antagonist to the title character and protagonist played by Ralph Macchio.

He had no training in karate at the time but was an accomplished wrestler.

His participation in the film inspired him to learn the martial art of Tang Soo Do and he later earned a second-degree green belt.

1985

He also played Jack, Audrey's jock boyfriend, in National Lampoon's European Vacation (1985).

He later tried to step away from playing the class bully character.

He mentioned in an interview how he was sometimes hassled in public by random people because of the villainous characters he was best known for.

1986

Zabka also co-starred on the CBS television series The Equalizer as the son of the title character (1986–89).

1990

During the 1990s and 2000s, he acted mostly in independent films while studying to be a filmmaker.

2003

In 2003, he wrote and produced the short film Most (aka The Bridge) shot on location in the Czech Republic and Poland.

Most had its world premiere at the Sundance Film Festival 2003 and won numerous awards at prestigious film festivals, including Best of Festival at the Palm Springs International Festival of Short Films in 2003.

2004

In 2004, he was nominated for an Academy Award for co-writing and producing the short film Most.

Zabka was born in New York City, the son of Nancy, a business liaison, producer, and production assistant, and Stan Zabka, a director, writer and composer.

He has a brother and a sister.

His father was born in Des Moines, Iowa of Czech descent.

In 2004, he was nominated for an Academy Award for Most in the Live Action Short Film category.

2007

In 2007, Zabka directed and starred in a music video for the band No More Kings' song, "Sweep the Leg".

The video stars Zabka as a caricature of himself, living in a trailer in the desert and obsessed with his role in The Karate Kid.

The video includes cameos by several of the original Karate Kid cast members, including Martin Kove and Ralph Macchio.

2008

He married Stacie Zabka in 2008 and they have two children.

2010

In 2010, Zabka directed Rascal Flatts in their music video for the song "Why Wait" and also directed the video for their 2017 hit "Yours If You Want It".

Also in 2010, Zabka made a cameo appearance in the comedy movie Hot Tub Time Machine.

2013

In 2013, Zabka and Macchio guest starred in the season 8 episode of How I Met Your Mother, "The Bro Mitzvah".

Zabka also appeared in several episodes of the sitcom's ninth season, playing a fictional version of himself.

Zabka also directed commercials for clients including Little Tikes and Verizon at Heresy in Venice, California.

2017

On August 4, 2017, it was announced that Zabka would reprise his role as Johnny Lawrence in a 10-episode Karate Kid revival series for YouTube Red titled Cobra Kai that debuted in 2018.

He also co-executive produces the series with Ralph Macchio.

The series begins 33 years after the events of the first film, and revolves around a down and out Johnny who, seeking to rebuild his life, reopens the Cobra Kai dojo.

It reignites his rivalry with a now-successful Daniel Larusso (Macchio), who has been struggling to maintain balance in his life without the guidance of his now-deceased mentor, Mr. Miyagi.