Sonny Landham
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Sonny Landham was an American actor, stuntman, and director known for his powerful physique, booming voice, and portrayal of Native American characters. He first gained recognition with a bit part in Walter Hill's The Warriors (1979), followed by minor roles in Southern Comfort (1981) and Poltergeist (1982). He then starred in 48 Hrs. (1982) alongside James Remar. Landham went on to appear in several action films of the 1980s, including Predator (1987), Lock Up (1989), and Action Jackson (1988). His career slowed down in the 1990s, but he still managed to appear in several roles that took advantage of his physical presence.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Who is it? Actor, Stunts, Director
Birth Day February 11, 1941
Birth Place  Canton, Georgia, United States
Age 79 YEARS OLD
Died On August 17, 2017(2017-08-17) (aged 76)\nLexington, Kentucky, US
Birth Sign Pisces
Occupation Actor, filmmaker
Years active 1969–2009

💰 Net worth: $250,000 (2024)

Sonny Landham, a renowned figure in the American film industry, has an estimated net worth of $250,000 as of 2024. His diverse talents as an actor, stunt performer, and director have contributed to his success throughout his career. Landham has left an indelible mark on the entertainment world, captivating audiences with his versatile performances and fearless approach to his craft. With a wealth of experience and a dedicated work ethic, Sonny Landham continues to leave a lasting legacy in the United States' film industry.

Biography/Timeline

1941

Landham was born February 11, 1941, in Canton, Georgia, and raised in Rome, Georgia. He was a descendant of the Cherokee and Seminole tribes. He also stated he had Jewish heritage. He had at least one sibling, a sister, Dawn.

2001

After being convicted on federal charges of making threatening and obscene phone calls to his wife, Landham spent three years in prison. However the U.S. Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals reversed the conviction in May 2001.

2003

In 2003, Landham ran in the Republican Party primary election for the post of Governor of Kentucky, hoping to repeat the success of his Predator castmates Minnesota Governor Jesse Ventura and California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger. He based his candidacy on opposition to an amendment which endorsed the Kentucky Family Court, saying his bad experiences at the hands of the family court had convinced him it was for the benefit of lawyers rather than families or children. He was unsuccessful in gaining the party's nomination. He ran briefly as an independent candidate, but withdrew on June 18, 2003, and endorsed the Republican slate.

2004

In January 2004, Landham announced his candidacy for the 27th State Senate District of Kentucky. In 2005, Landham spoke at a Council of Conservative Citizens (CofCC) convention. Landham has also appeared on the CofCC-affiliated radio show, The Political Cesspool.

2006

On September 19, 2006, Landham was injured in a four-car accident in Ashland, Kentucky.

2008

On June 25, 2008, Landham announced his candidacy for the U.S. Senate seat held by Mitch McConnell on the Libertarian line. The same day Landham was accused of calling for genocide against Arabs (whom Landham referred to as "camel dung shovelers," "camel jockeys," and "rag-heads") for his comments on the political radio show The Weekly Filibuster. Three days later, on June 28, the Kentucky Libertarians voted unanimously to withdraw Landham's nomination, citing his comments were not in keeping with the party's platform and values.

2017

Landham died on August 17, 2017, aged 76, from congestive heart failure.

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