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Joe Taslim

Joe Taslim - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

BornJune 23, 1981
Age44
BirthplacePalembang, South Sumatra, Indonesia
Zodiac SignCancer - (see also Joe Taslim's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese ZodiacRooster
GenerationMillennial Generation
Known ForStarring in action films including 'The Raid: Redemption,' 'Fast & Furious 6,' and 'Mortal Kombat' (2021)

Intro

Joe Taslim is an Indonesian actor and martial artist, recognized internationally for his roles in action films such as 'The Raid: Redemption,' 'Fast & Furious 6,' and 'Mortal Kombat' (2021). He is also a former judo athlete, representing Indonesia in numerous competitions.

Early Life & Background

Joe Taslim was born and raised in Palembang, South Sumatra, Indonesia. From a young age, he trained in martial arts, including judo, taekwondo, and wushu. He became an accomplished judoka before transitioning to an acting career.

Career Highlights

  • Portrayed Sergeant Jaka in the acclaimed Indonesian action film 'The Raid: Redemption' (2011)
  • Appeared as Jah in 'Fast & Furious 6' (2013), marking his Hollywood debut
  • Played Li Yong in the TV series 'Warrior' (2019–present)
  • Starred as Sub-Zero in the 2021 reboot of 'Mortal Kombat'
  • Won several national medals as a member of the Indonesian national judo team

Trivia

  • Speaks Indonesian, English, and some Chinese dialects
  • Retired from professional judo in 2009 to pursue acting full-time
  • His performance in 'The Raid: Redemption' helped propel Indonesian action cinema onto the world stage

FAQs

People also ask

How old is Joe Taslim?

Joe Taslim is 44 years old.

When was Joe Taslim born?

Joe Taslim was born the 23 June 1981.

Where is Joe Taslim from?

Palembang, South Sumatra, Indonesia.

On His Birth-Day

About June 23rd, 1981, in brief:

  • Historical events: On April 18, 1981, the Pawtucket Red Sox and the Rochester Red Wings began a game that would become the longest in professional baseball history. After 32 innings and over eight hours, the game was suspended at 4:07 a.m. on April 19, 1981, with the score tied at 2-2. The game resumed on June 23, 1981, and concluded after just one more inning, with the Pawtucket Red Sox winning 3-2 in the bottom of the 33rd inning. The total duration of the game was 8 hours and 25 minutes. Notably, future Hall of Famers Wade Boggs and Cal Ripken Jr. participated in this historic game.
  • Day of the week: June 23rd, 1981 was a Tuesday
  • Zodiac Sign: Cancer (in western zodiac), Rooster (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase:
  • #1 US song: Bette Davis Eyes by Kim Carnes
  • #1 UK song: Being With You by Smokey Robinson
  • Popular movie: On Golden Pond directed by Mark Rydell

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Sources

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joe_Taslim