Curtis Bush, a renowned World Champion kickboxer, was born on May 26, 1962, in the picturesque coastal city of Virginia Beach, Virginia. With a fighting career spanning an impressive 20 years, from 1979 to 1999, Bush participated in a total of 75 matches, boasting an impressive record of 54 wins, with an astonishing 40 knockouts, including 15 first-round knockouts.
Bush's illustrious career took him outside of America, where he fought an impressive 22 times, showcasing his skills on the global stage. His journey began in amateur kickboxing in 1979, before turning pro on June 11, 1983, with a televised fight against the formidable Jackie "Hollywood" Dixon.
In 1984, Bush made his professional boxing debut, and was handpicked by the legendary Muhammad Ali to join his Champion Sports Pro Boxing Team in the Cayman Islands. Throughout his career, Bush earned the distinction of being a four-time World Champion kickboxer and two-time United States boxing champion, with his fights broadcast on both ESPN and Eurosport television.
On June 30, 1999, Bush bid farewell to competitive fighting, but his impact on the world of sports and entertainment continued to grow. On April 27, 1995, he was honored with Curtis Bush Day in his hometown of Virginia Beach, Virginia, by Mayor Meyera E. Oberndorf, in recognition of his work as a motivational speaker for DARE.
Bush also ventured into the world of acting, making his film debut as a deranged poacher in the movie "Dragon Hunt," followed by appearances as foot soldiers in the first two "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles" pictures, and a lead role as an urban vigilante in the low-budget action film "The Dark Angel: Psycho Kickboxer." He has also made guest appearances on several episodes of the hit TV series "Lost."
In 2003, Bush was awarded a Living Legends Sport Karate Award in Charlotte, North Carolina, in recognition of his achievements in the sport. Today, Bush works as a behavior counselor and resides on the beautiful island of Oahu in Hawaii, continuing to inspire and motivate individuals through his work and legacy.
