Alex Ziwak

Alex Ziwak

Personal Details

Biography

Alex Ziwak, a talented individual, was born in New Haven, Connecticut, and has made a mark in the entertainment industry by appearing in numerous commercials, films, and television shows.

Throughout his career, Ziwak has worked consistently on the CBS crime drama Blue Bloods, and has also made notable appearances in various television series such as Gotham, Person of Interest, Law and Order, and The Blacklist. Furthermore, he has had roles in several feature films, including John Wick and Desolation Angels Rise of the BOAS.

Beyond his acting pursuits, Ziwak is an accomplished martial artist who began his formal training in Tae Kwon Do at the age of 10 under the guidance of renowned instructors Grandmaster Yi (Lee),Grandmaster Suk Jun Kim, and Grandmaster Hee Il Cho. He has attained the impressive ranking of 9th Dan Black Belt and owns and operates Ziwak's Martial Arts in Hamden, Connecticut.

Ziwak has had the privilege of working alongside notable actors such as James Gandolfini in The Drop, Ray Liotta in Pawn, and Al Pacino in The Irishman.

One of Ziwak's distinctive physical characteristics is his prominent cheekbones and dark hair, which have often led to him being cast as a villain. However, his versatility as an actor has also allowed him to take on roles outside of this genre.

In addition to his acting career, Ziwak has also showcased his musical talents as the lead singer in a band.

Career

2025
The Friend
The Friend as New YOrk Rangers Fan (uncredited)
2018
Proud Mary
Proud Mary as Ukrainian Gangster
2017
The Polka King
The Polka King as Prison Inmate
John Wick: Chapter 2
John Wick: Chapter 2 as Russian Gunman (uncredited)
2015
Run All Night
Run All Night as Undercover Detective (uncredited)
2014
John Wick
John Wick as Assassin (uncredited)
The Drop
The Drop as Chechen Thug (uncredited)
The Equalizer
The Equalizer as Russian Heavy / Bouncer (uncredited)
Draft Day
Draft Day as ESPN Camera Man (uncredited)
2012
Here Comes the Boom
Here Comes the Boom as MMA Corner Man (uncredited)
Men in Black 3
Men in Black 3 as Prisoner (uncredited)
The Dark Knight Rises
The Dark Knight Rises as Thug (uncredited)
2009
Front Man
Front Man as Steve Reiger - Lead Singer
1998
A Perfect Murder
A Perfect Murder as Blue Collar Worker (uncredited)
2008