Kristopher van Varenberg, professionally known as Kris Van Damme, is the eldest offspring of the illustrious martial arts and action superstar, Jean-Claude Van Damme, and his wife, the renowned fitness expert and actress, Gladys Portugues. As the firstborn of this notable couple, Kristopher is the proud sibling of a younger sister, Bianca Brigitte Van Damme, and a half-brother, Nicolas, who shares the same father with him, but has a different mother, Darcy LaPier, from Jean-Claude's previous marriage.
Kristopher's nascent foray into the realm of acting commenced with a pivotal role in the 1992 cinematic production, Universal Soldier, where he skillfully portrayed the character of Young Luc Deveraux, marking the beginning of his journey in the world of entertainment.
Following this inaugural foray, Kristopher appeared in the 1996 film, Le grand tournoi, a cinematic masterpiece directed by his father, in which he brought to life the character of Young Chris, further honing his craft and solidifying his presence in the industry.
Following a temporary pause in his acting endeavors, Kristopher enthusiastically re-entered the world of show business during the early 2000s, securing his first notable role in the 2002 film production, Point d'impact. This marked the beginning of a successful stint in the entertainment industry, as he went on to feature in the 2009 release, Universal Soldier: Régénération, and the 2010 film, The Eagle Path, both of which were directed by his father, a renowned filmmaker in his own right.
Kristopher's multifaceted artistic endeavors extend far beyond his impressive acting repertoire, as he has also demonstrated a profound enthusiasm for the creative realms of writing and directing. His inaugural foray into scriptwriting was marked by the 2010 cinematic masterpiece, The Tower, a martial arts epic of great scope and grandeur, which was fortunate enough to be helmed by his esteemed father, a director of great distinction.
