David Leitch, a celebrated American filmmaker, actor, and stunt professional, entered the world on November 16, 1975, marking the beginning of a remarkable journey in the world of cinema. His directorial debut in the 2014 action-packed film John Wick, a collaboration with Chad Stahelski, would prove to be a significant milestone in his career, although only Stahelski received official credit for the project at the time. Undeterred, Leitch continued to hone his craft, going on to helm the 2017 thriller film Atomic Blonde, featuring the talented Charlize Theron in the lead role. His impressive work on this film would set the stage for his next project, the 2018 blockbuster Deadpool 2, the highly anticipated sequel to the 2016 film that had captured the hearts of audiences worldwide. In 2019, Leitch brought his expertise to the helm of Hobbs & Shaw, a spin-off of the Fast & Furious franchise, further solidifying his reputation as a master of action filmmaking and cementing his position as a prominent figure in the industry.
David Leitch
49 · Born: Nov 16, 1975
