Gene LeBell
American professional wrestler and judoka (1932–2022)
Ivan Gene LeBell was an American actor, judoka, stuntman and professional wrestler. Nicknamed "Judo Gene" and "The Godfather of Grappling", he is credited with popularizing grappling in professional fighting circles, serving as a precursor to modern mixed martial arts. He worked on over 1,000 films and TV shows and authored 12 books.
Filmography in the catalog
Credited on 1 film (1980) — matched by name in the Creator or Credits field.
| Year ▲ | Title | Creator | Length | Format | Color | Sound |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | Raging bull | Films inc. | 129 mi | 16mm | Color & B&W | sound |