Olivier Gruner

Olivier Gruner
Gruner in January 2011
Born
Olivier Gruner

(1960-08-02) 2 August 1960
Paris, France
Other namesO.G.
Occupations
  • Actor
  • director
  • producer
  • screenwriter
  • martial artist
  • trainer
  • bodyguard
  • pilot
Years active1981–1988 (martial arts)
1989–present (acting)
Height6 ft 1 in (1.85 m)
Children1
Martial arts career
DivisionMiddleweight
Style
Websitewww.oliviergruner.com
Military career
Allegiance France
Branch French Navy
Service years1978–1981
Unit Commandos Marine

Olivier Gruner (French: [ɔlivje ɡʁyne] ) (born 2 August 1960) is a French actor, filmmaker, martial artist and former kickboxer. Born in Paris, he moved back to France in 1988 after serving in the French Armed Forces and competing as a professional kickboxer, during which time he won a silver medal at the W.A.K.O. World Championships. He has appeared in over 40 films and 4 television series and is best known for martial arts and action films.