Ernie Reyes Jr. is an American martial artist, actor, and stunt performer known for his dynamic presence in action films and television. Born on January15,1972, in San Jose, California, he was introduced to martial arts at a young age by his father, Ernie Reyes Sr., a renowned martial artist and founder  of the West Coast World Martial Arts Association. Reyes Jr. quickly gained recognition for his skills, leading to opportunities in the entertainment industry. He made his acting debut in the1980s, starring in the TV series Sidekicks and appearing in films like The Last Dragon (1985). He performed as Donatello’s stunt double in Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (1990) then gained widespread recognition as Keno in Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles II: The Secret of the Ooze (1991) and later starred in the cult classic Surf Ninjas (1993). Beyond acting, he has worked as a stunt performer in major films, including The Rundown (2003) alongside Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson and Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull (2008). Reyes Jr.'s contributions to martial arts in film have cemented his legacy as a trail blazer for Asian-American action stars.