Biography of Joe Davis, a multifaceted actor and stuntman who has made a lasting impact in the entertainment industry. Born with a passion for acting, Joe's love for the craft was ignited at the tender age of five, inspired by the likes of Bing Crosby, Bob Hope, Danny Kaye, and Red Skeleton.
As he grew up, Joe's athletic prowess earned him recognition as a star athlete in football and baseball, serving as captain of his high school teams. His impressive skills garnered 23 letters of intent from colleges across the country, ultimately leading him to attend Eastern Michigan University, where he majored in TV Broadcasting and Dramatic Arts.
After moving to Los Angeles, Joe honed his acting skills under the guidance of renowned coaches Vincent Chase, Brian Reiss, and Second City Hollywood in comedy improv. He went on to perform in various productions, including Landmark Ent. and Pace Theatrical's stage shows, as well as Mattel toys' Masters of the Universe.
Joe's nightclub acts became the stuff of legend, entertaining audiences from 1981 to 2002. His versatility as a performer earned him opportunities to work as a stuntman, thanks to his mentor Ron Althoff, whose own mentor was the legendary Walter Scott. Notable encounters on set included words of wisdom from Hulk Hogan and the late Macho Man Savage, as well as praise from Corbin Bernsen, who exclaimed, "If he was Joe Davis, he'd rule the world!"
Michael Bay, too, took notice of Joe's talent, requesting "real men" for his projects, leading to Joe's involvement in several high-profile productions. Throughout his career, Joe has worked as a model, a Gold's Gym prodigy, an original Chippendales man, and even a script doctor on numerous pilots and screenplays.
Tragedy struck in June 2021, when Joe's only biological son, Nick, passed away at the age of 29 after a 14-month battle with Glioblastoma. Despite this devastating loss, Joe's legacy as a talented actor, stuntman, and performer continues to inspire and entertain audiences to this day.
