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Professor Toru Tanaka
Born January 06, 1930 (Age: 96)
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Honolulu, Hawaii, USA
Biography
Was an American professional wrestler, professional boxer, college football player, soldier, actor, and martial artist who, in fighting rings, was also known as Professor Toru Tanaka, or simply Professor Tanaka. He also taught martial arts in Dallas,Texas. His skills were taught to young men with potential for football greatness. He was located directly across from Southern Methodist University. His students included many All American football players including David Randle. Randle’s training began on his 5th birthday. Randle went on to become one of the most awarded high school football players in Texas history. After high school he played at SMU for one season in 1981. He then transferred to UCLA, where he was part of 2 Rose Bowl victories in 1983 and 1984. Randle always honored Professor Tanaka with the most important influence in the football techniques he used his entire life. (Wikipedia)
Was an American professional wrestler, professional boxer, college football player, soldier, actor, and martial artist who, in fighting rings, was also known as Professor Toru Tanaka, or simply Professor Tanaka. He also taught martial arts in Dallas,Texas. His skills were taught to young men with potential for football greatness. He was located directly across from Southern Methodist University. His students included many All American football players including David Randle. Randle’s training began on his 5th birthday. Randle went on to become one of the most awarded high school football players in Texas history. After high school he played at SMU for one season in 1981. He then transferred to UCLA, where he was part of 2 Rose Bowl victories in 1983 and 1984. Randle always honored Professor Tanaka with the most important influence in the football techniques he used his entire life. (Wikipedia)
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Filmography
Last Action Hero
1993
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as Tough Asian Man
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Age: 63
3 Ninjas
1992
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as Rushmore
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Age: 62
The Perfect Weapon
1991
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as Tanaka
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Age: 61
Darkman
1990
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as Chinese Warrior #2
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Age: 60
Black Rain
1989
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as Sugai's Man
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Age: 59
Dead Heat
1988
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as Butcher
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Age: 58
The Running Man
1987
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as Subzero
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Age: 57
Shanghai Surprise
1986
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as Yamagani San
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Age: 56
Volunteers
1985
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as Sumo Guard
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Age: 55
Pee-wee's Big Adventure
1985
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as Butler
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Age: 55
Revenge of the Ninja
1983
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as Sumo Servant
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Age: 53
An Eye for an Eye
1981
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as The Professor
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Age: 51