Radames Pera

Radames Pera

64 · Born: Sep 14, 1960

Personal Details

BornSep 14, 1960 New York City, New York, USA
Spouse
  • Anne-Sophie Henault Pera

    ( Dec 31, 1969 to May 10, 2025 )
  • Marsha Mann

    ( Feb 29, 1984 to May 10, 2025 )

Biography

Radames Pera, a talented individual, entered the world in 1960, specifically in the vibrant city of New York, to Eugene Pera and Lisa Pera, his devoted parents. Just three short years later, in 1963, his family embarked on a new adventure, relocating to the entertainment capital of Hollywood, where his mother, Lisa, pursued a captivating career in acting.

As fate would have it, Radames' life took an unexpected turn at the tender age of eight, when he was discovered by the renowned director, Daniel Mann, who saw immense potential in the young boy. This serendipitous encounter led to his casting in the 1969 film, A Dream of Kings, marking the beginning of his illustrious career in the entertainment industry.

Throughout the late 1960s and into the mid 1980s, Radames Pera's talents were showcased in numerous television shows, solidifying his reputation as a versatile and skilled young character actor.

Notable roles played by Pera during this specific time frame comprised the character of Young Caine, an iconic figure often referred to as the "Grasshopper", in the popular television series Kung Fu, which premiered in 1972. Additionally, he portrayed John Jr., the fiancé of Mary Ingalls, in the beloved television drama Little House on the Prairie, which aired in 1974.

In the summer of 1978, Pera embarked upon a three-year intensive program of study focused on acting and directing, under the guidance of the renowned Stella Adler, in the city of New York. During this period of intense learning and growth, he made a notable appearance in the British feature film Very Like a Whale, which was released in 1980 and co-starred the acclaimed actor Alan Bates.

Upon his 1981 return to Los Angeles, Pera confronted the daunting task of transforming from a child actor to a successful adult performer. His last significant cinematic appearance was that of Sgt. Stepan Gorsky in John Milius's 1984 war drama, Red Dawn, a film that showcased his acting abilities to a wide audience. Additionally, his last notable television role was as the leader of a Neo-Nazi vigilante youth gang in the 1984 series, The New Mike Hammer, a role that highlighted his capacity to portray complex and multifaceted characters.

In the year 1988, Pera redirected his attention towards entrepreneurial pursuits, thereby establishing a business entity specializing in the conception and installation of home theaters and sound systems within the metropolitan area of Los Angeles.

As his venture gained momentum, Pera attracted a prestigious clientele comprised of renowned celebrities, prompting him to relocate his business to the city of Portland, situated in the state of Oregon, in the year 1993.

Subsequent to his relocation to Portland, Pera went on to establish a presence in the city of Austin, situated in the state of Texas.

It is worth noting that since the year 2017, Pera has made France his permanent residence.

Career

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Red Dawn
Red Dawn as Stepan Gorsky
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1976
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1973
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1972
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Kung Fu
Kung Fu as Young Caine
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Hawaii Five-O
Hawaii Five-O as Bob Martinelli
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1971
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1969