Bobby Rhodes, a robust and imposing actor, was born in 1947 in Livorno, Italy. His acting career in films began in the late 1960s, and he has since been frequently cast as hard-as-nails, two-fisted macho-guy types in various Italian war, action, and horror features made throughout the 1970s, 1980s, and 1990s.
Notably, Rhodes delivered an excellent performance as Tony the Pimp, a funky and no-nonsense character, in Lamberto Bava's outrageously gruesome cult fright flick Demons (1985). He was also fine as rugged gym instructor Hank in the equally enjoyable sequel Demons 2 (1986).
Rhodes's other memorable movie parts include rough-and-tumble soldier Carlos in the thrilling The Last Hunter (1980); crafty, fearsome hunter Woody Aldridge in the exciting futuristic sci-fi/action opus Endgame - Bronx lotta finale (1983); narcoleptic soldier Private Wilbur Davis Jr. in the dreadful war comedy Ciao nemico (1982); a formidable mercenary in Hearts and Armour (1983); King Xenodama in Hercules (1983); and a profane P.O.W. mechanic in Afganistan - The last war bus (L'ultimo bus di guerra) (1989).
In addition to his acting roles, Rhodes has also worked in films as both a stand-in and a stuntman.
