Mark Dacascos

Mark Dacascos

Keynote Speaker: Martial Artist, Actor & TV Personality; Known for "Iron Chef America" & "John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum"

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Mark Dacascos Biography

Mark Dacascos is an American actor, martial artist, and television personality whose career spans more than three decades in film and television. After winning multiple karate and kung fu championships during his adolescence, Dacascos transitioned to acting and television. His father, Al Dacascos, created Wun Hop Kuen Do, an offshoot of the Hawaiian Kajukenbo art that blends karate, jujutsu, kenpo, and boxing. Mark Dacascos has studied Muay Thai, Chin Na, Tai Chi, Wushu, and Capoeira, building a diverse martial arts background that has informed his work in the entertainment industry.

Dacascos's breakout role was in the film "Only the Strong," where he played Louis, a capoeira master who mentors high school students through the Brazilian martial art. He later starred as Eric Draven in the television series "The Crow: Stairway to Heaven," based on the action movie starring Brandon Lee. His performance as Mani in "Brotherhood of the Wolf" earned a Saturn Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor. Dacascos also appeared alongside Jet Li and DMX in the action film "Cradle 2 the Grave."

Dacascos is widely recognized as The Chairman on Food Network's "Iron Chef America" and continued the role on Netflix's "Iron Chef: Quest for an Iron Legend." He has portrayed The Chairman on "Iron Chef America," "Iron Chef Australia," and "Iron Chef: Mexico." His role on "Iron Chef America" has become a signature part of his career, combining his culinary interests and martial arts expertise to enhance the competitive cooking show's dramatic atmosphere.

On television, Dacascos is also known for his portrayal of Wo Fat on "Hawaii Five-0." He competed in the ninth season of "Dancing with the Stars," demonstrating versatility beyond action roles. Dacascos played Zero, a lead antagonist in the action thriller "John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum," and had a recurring role on the Netflix series "Wu Assassins."

In addition to acting, Dacascos directed the feature film "Showdown in Manila," starring Casper Van Dien and Tia Carrere. He has been inducted into the Martial Arts History Museum Hall of Fame. With a career that bridges martial arts, action cinema, and television hosting, Dacascos is recognized for his discipline and versatility in the entertainment industry.

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What topics does Mark Dacascos speak about?

Mark Dacascos is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Celebrity Chef, Asian & Pacific Heritage, Actor, Celebrity, Television & Film and Martial Arts.

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Mark Dacascos generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

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Mark Dacascos is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Celebrity Chef, Asian & Pacific Heritage and Actor. Please contact us for live or virtual event fee details. Mark Dacascos generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Grace Park, Hasan Minhaj and Daniel Wu. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Mark Dacascos for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 13/10/2026.
  • How do I book Mark Dacascos to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Mark Dacascos for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Mark Dacascos, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Mark Dacascos or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Mark Dacascos for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Mark Dacascos, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. For the most current speaking fee to hire Mark Dacascos, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Mark Dacascos speak about?

    Mark Dacascos is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Celebrity Chef, Asian & Pacific Heritage, Actor, Celebrity, Television & Film and Martial Arts.
  • Where does Mark Dacascos travel from?

    Mark Dacascos generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Mark Dacascos?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Mark Dacascos for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805, and one of our agents will assist you to book Mark Dacascos for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Mark Dacascos or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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