Chris Casamassa, son of American martial arts pioneer Louis D. Casamassa, is a highly accomplished martial artist and actor renowned for his iconic portrayal of Scorpion in the Mortal Kombat franchise.
With an extensive career spanning over 35 years, Chris has earned numerous accolades, including a 9th-degree black belt in Red Dragon Karate, and is a four-time national champion on the North American Sport Karate circuit.
As a competitive martial artist, Chris dominated the North American Sport Karate Forms Championship, N.A.S.K.A. Weapons Championship, and was inducted into the American Karate Hall of Fame, where he received titles of Instructor of the Year and Competitor of the Year.
After retiring from active competition in 1992, Chris transitioned into the film and television industry, leveraging his expertise in martial arts to secure roles in notable projects such as Mortal Kombat, Batman & Robin, Blade, Walker, Texas Ranger, and Buffy the Vampire Slayer.
Throughout his acting career, Chris's dynamic martial arts skills have brought iconic characters to life and solidified his reputation as a respected figure in action cinema.
Beyond his acting career, Chris serves as the President of Red Dragon Karate, overseeing operations across 12 studios in Southern California. He continues to teach, coach, and mentor martial arts school owners nationwide, sharing systems that have contributed to Red Dragon Karate's enduring success for over 50 years.
