Biography of Daniel "Dax" Sancho:
As a highly acclaimed performer, Daniel "Dax" Sancho has made a significant impact in the entertainment industry. With his diverse skill set, he has excelled as an actor, stuntman, creature suit performer, contortionist, dancer, and movement specialist.
Sancho's impressive filmography includes notable roles in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, where he played a Talokanil Warrior, and in Fear The Walking Dead, where he appeared as an Underwater Walker and doubled as Omid Abtahi's stunt double. Additionally, he starred in American Horror Stories as Walker Feral, a character written and directed by Manny Coto.
Sancho's passion for creature acting and contortionist movement is evident in his work, particularly in the FDA's national anti-smoking campaign "The 7000 Chemicals," where he worked alongside Doug Jones and Legacy Effects. Under the mentorship of movement coach and actor Terry Notary, Sancho spent several years honing his craft.
Before pursuing a career in entertainment, Sancho began as a professional bboy and street performer, winning numerous competitions. In 2008, he and his breakdancing crew took home 1st place on Comedy Central's "The Gong Show with Dave Attell."
Sancho's extensive experience in commercials has led to collaborations with renowned directors such as Spike Lee, Peter Berg, and Tom Hooper. He has also appeared in several music videos, including Chris Brown's "Look at Me Now" featuring Lil Wayne and Busta Rhymes, and Ozuna's "Nibiru," both directed by Colin Tilley.
Throughout his career, Sancho has demonstrated his versatility and dedication to his craft, earning him a nomination for outstanding performance by a stunt ensemble in a motion picture at the SAG Awards for his work in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.
