Terry Leonard, a renowned figure in the film industry, has built a legendary career as a stuntman, stunt coordinator, and second unit director, having collaborated with numerous esteemed directors and talented individuals.
Leonard's academic pursuits began at the University of Arizona, where he also competed as a decathlete in the 1964 Olympic trials. Furthermore, Terry embarked on a professional football career with the British Columbia Lions in Vancouver, Canada, until a sudden back injury forced him to abandon his aspirations.
In the aftermath of his injury, Leonard sought guidance from veteran stuntman Chuck Roberson, leading him to explore opportunities in Hollywood, California. Terry's early endeavors in the film industry commenced with working as an extra on the movie McLintock! (1963) and performing his first notable stunt in the Western film El Dorado (1966).
Subsequently, Leonard went on to establish a distinguished career spanning several decades, encompassing a diverse range of films and television shows. His accomplishments have been recognized with a prestigious Golden Boot Award in 2003, acknowledging his remarkable contributions to the Western genre.
