Keith Cooke: China O’Brien, Mortal Kombat & Beyond

🎙️ New Interview on Retro Life 4 You: Keith Cooke 🎙️

This week, we sit down with martial arts legend and action star Keith Cooke Hirabayashi for an in-depth conversation about his journey from the karate tournament circuit to the big screen.

Keith shares stories from his days as a five-time World Martial Arts Grand Champion, his training in wushu and karate, and how his skills led to starring roles in cult classics like China O’Brien, The King of the Kickboxers, and Beverly Hills Ninja. Of course, we dive deep into his iconic contributions to the Mortal Kombat films, where he brought both Reptile and Sub-Zero to life on screen.

Along the way, Keith talks about the discipline of martial arts, the transition from competition to Hollywood, behind-the-scenes memories from the sets of his most famous films, and the legacy of martial arts in movies today.

If you grew up loving 80s and 90s martial arts action, this is an interview you won’t want to miss.

🎧 Available now on Retro Life 4 You—your home for retro movies, cult classics, and the stars who made them unforgettable.

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