Carl Ciarfalio Biography

A 35-year entertainment industry veteran, Carl has killed and been killed, beaten and been beaten, fallen off buildings and cliffs, rappelled from helicopters, been set on fire, run into, run over and kicked in the … well, you know. He’s even worn a sexy red halter dress. In short, he’s done just about everything and looks forward to doing even more.

Carl feels fortunate to have worked with and learned from the best. Including such film and television heavyweights as Martin Scorsese, Ron Howard, Steven Soderbergh, Tom Cruise, Clint Eastwood, Kiefer Sutherland, Chuck Norris and Sylvester Stallone.

His career began in Southern California’s live stunt shows, first at Knott’s Berry Farm and then at Universal Studios. His first movie role was in 1978. He honed his acting skills and now books acting roles along with stunt jobs. He's in demand as a Stunt Coordinator, with particular popularity among upcoming filmmakers who count on his generosity and experience. He runs seminars throughout the country on Action Acting. And he is about to publish his first book: "Stars, Stunts and Stories: A Hollywood Stuntman's Fall To Fame."