Born on February 27, 1958, in Burbank, California, Steve Clarke is a third-generation filmmaker, descended from a family of movie makers. His parents, Clifford C. Coleman and Karin Clarke, played a significant role in shaping his early life. Clarke's first on-screen appearance was at the tender age of 11, alongside James Garner in the television series "Nichols".
As a young adult, Clarke landed a role in the film "Tom Horn" at the age of 18, which was also the last movie Steve McQueen starred in before his passing. This early exposure to the film industry sparked a lifelong passion for stunt work and acting, leading Clarke to pursue a career that has spanned over four decades.
Throughout his illustrious career, Clarke has accumulated an impressive portfolio, featuring over a hundred television shows, commercials, and feature films. His family's influence on his career is evident, with his father, Clifford C. Coleman, working on notable films such as "The Wild Bunch" and "Animal House", and his grandfather, Charles 'Bud' Coleman, a legendary filmmaker who worked with Hollywood greats like Clark Gable, Marilyn Monroe, Paul Newman, Elizabeth Taylor, Dean Martin, Jerry Lewis, Humphrey Bogart, Audrey Hepburn, and Gloria Swanson.
Beyond his film career, Clarke is an avid Motocross and Desert Racer, with a lifelong passion for motorcycles, martial arts, and surfing. His impressive racing credentials include winning the AMA National Motocross Championship in 1980 and the Vintage Motorcycle International Championship in the 1990s, with the guidance of his mentor and sponsor, Bud Ekins.
Today, Clarke resides in Los Angeles, California, with his wife Stephanie and their two adult daughters, Britlyn C. Coleman and Brianna C. Coleman.
