David Wenzel is a highly acclaimed and accomplished two-time AOKA National full contact Karate Champion, whose impressive professional resume is marked by numerous accolades and achievements, including the esteemed honor of being chosen for induction into the prestigious 2010 United States Martial Arts Hall of Fame, a testament to his exceptional skills and dedication to the martial arts discipline.
David Wenzel, a native of Methuen, Massachusetts, embarked on a courageous journey to relocate to the bustling metropolis of New York City, driven by his unwavering passion for a career in acting.
Throughout his life, David has been an ardent enthusiast of martial arts, boasting an impressive 4th Degree Black Belt in Issin-Ryu Okinawa Karate, a testament to his dedication and perseverance.
His impressive martial arts credentials are further underscored by his numerous national titles, a remarkable achievement that underscores his exceptional skill and prowess in the art of combat.
In addition to his impressive martial arts background, David has also had a successful boxing career, competing professionally and demonstrating his versatility and adaptability as an athlete.
Beyond his achievements in the world of martial arts and sports, David has made a significant impact in the entertainment industry, appearing in a diverse range of television series, films, and daytime serials, including the critically acclaimed Rescue Me, the medical drama New Amsterdam, the investigative series Extreme Forensics, and the prime-time drama Lipstick Jungle.
With his unique blend of athletic prowess, acting talent, and charisma, David Wenzel has established himself as a multifaceted and accomplished individual, whose remarkable story is a testament to the power of dedication, hard work, and perseverance.
David's illustrious career in film has been marked by a diverse array of notable roles in a wide range of projects, including the films Old Dogs and Duck Hunt, among many others. Throughout his tenure in the industry, David has had the distinct privilege of collaborating with some of the most esteemed and respected professionals in the business, including the acclaimed actor Fisher Stevens, the renowned producer Scott Rudin, the talented director Jace Alexander, and the highly acclaimed cinematographer Emmanuel "Chivo" Lubezki, to name just a few.
In addition to his impressive list of credits, David has also had the unique opportunity to work alongside one of the most celebrated actors of our time, Brad Pitt, serving as his stand-in and photodouble for the past decade. This remarkable collaboration began with the 1996 film Sleepers and has continued uninterrupted for over ten years, a testament to David's exceptional skill, dedication, and professionalism.
David's illustrious career has allowed him to forge a vast network of influential relationships within the industry, a testament to his dedication and perseverance.
His brother, Kevin Wenzel, is a writer of notable distinction, and their collaborative project, Think Tank, was born from a serendipitous phone call made during the filming of the Cohen Brothers' critically acclaimed motion picture, Burn After Reading.
Prior to the conception of Think Tank, the brothers had engaged in discussions regarding the development of a television series centered around the provocative themes of Domestic Surveillance and the CIA. David's impassioned words of encouragement to his brother, "if we don't write something ourselves I'm never going to make it in this industry," served as the catalyst that inspired the creation of Think Tank.
David is an indispensable component of Actors Technique New York (ATNY),a renowned teen acting studio located in the heart of Manhattan, where he holds a significant ownership stake. His remarkable business acumen and unwavering commitment to his artistic pursuits have earned him a position of great esteem within the entertainment industry.
