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Jean Claude Van Damme

What is jean claude van damme?

· James MacDonald

Key facts

birth name Jean-Claude Camille François Van Varenberg[1]
professional name Jean-Claude Van Damme[1]
birth date 18 October 1960[1]
birth place Berchem-Sainte-Agathe, Brussels, Belgium[1]
nationality Belgian[1]
profession martial artist and actor[1]

Jean-Claude Van Damme is a Belgian martial artist and actor.

Context

Jean-Claude Van Damme was born on 18 October 1960 in Berchem-Sainte-Agathe, Brussels, Belgium. He is known for his action films and martial arts career. He won the European Karate Championship in 1979 as a member of the Belgium Karate Team [4].

Documented claims

  • He is known for action films such as *Bloodsport* and *Double Impact*. [2]
  • He has been active in martial arts since 1976 and in acting since 1979. [3]
  • He won the European Karate Championship in 1979 as a member of the Belgium Karate Team. [4]

Questions and answers

When was Jean-Claude Van Damme born?

He was born on 18 October 1960 [3].

What is Jean-Claude Van Damme known for?

He is known for action films such as *Bloodsport* and *Double Impact* [2].

Did Jean-Claude Van Damme win any karate championships?

Yes, he won the European Karate Championship in 1979 as a member of the Belgium Karate Team [4].

Sources

  1. Jean-Claude Van Damme - Trivia — imdb.com (retrieved August 3, 2026)
  2. Ten things you should know about Jean-Claude Van Damme — bandsaboutmovies.com (retrieved August 3, 2026)
  3. Jean-Claude Van Damme Facts for Kids — kids.kiddle.co (retrieved August 3, 2026)
  4. Jean-Claude Van Damme — en.namu.wiki (retrieved August 3, 2026)

Sources last checked August 3, 2026. · More in People