Johnny Knoxville, born Philip John Clapp Jr. on March 11, 1971, is an American actor, comedian, stunt performer, and television producer. He rose to fame as the co-creator and star of the hit MTV series "Jackass," which featured a group of individuals performing dangerous and outrageous stunts and pranks.
Knoxville was born and raised in Knoxville, Tennessee, where he developed a taste for mischief and adventure from an early age. After completing high school, he briefly attended the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in California before dropping out to pursue a career in acting and writing.
In 2000, Knoxville and his friends launched the "Jackass" television series, which became a cultural phenomenon and catapulted him to international fame. The show's success led to several spin-off films, including "Jackass: The Movie" (2002), "Jackass Number Two" (2006), and "Jackass 3D" (2010). These movies showcased Knoxville's willingness to push the boundaries of physical comedy and engage in outrageous, often painful, stunts.
Beyond "Jackass," Johnny Knoxville has appeared in a variety of film and television projects. He has displayed his comedic talents in movies such as "Men in Black II" (2002), "The Dukes of Hazzard" (2005), and "Skiptrace" (2016). He has also taken on more dramatic roles, including in films like "Grand Theft Parsons" (2003) and "Elvis & Nixon" (2016).
Knoxville's distinctive charm and fearlessness have endeared him to audiences worldwide. His willingness to put his body on the line for entertainment, combined with his quick wit and natural comedic timing, has made him a beloved figure in the entertainment industry.
In addition to his acting career, Johnny Knoxville has produced various television shows, including "Nitro Circus" and "The Wild and Wonderful Whites of West Virginia." He has also ventured into writing, publishing his autobiography, "The Jackass Whisperer," in 2018. 조니 녹스빌(1971년생, Knoxville, Tennessee, USA) 는 배우로, 대표작으로 잭애스: 베스트 앤드 라스트, 맨 인 블랙 2, 라스트 스탠드가 있으며, 그 외에도 심슨 가족, 패밀리 가이, 지미 팰런의 투나잇 쇼, Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen, 레이트 나이트 위드 세스 마이어스, 데일리 쇼, The Kelly Clarkson Show, WWE Raw, 킹 오브 더 힐, 그레이엄 노튼쇼, Saturday Night Live, 코난 등 다양한 작품에 출연했다. 특히 2026년에는 잭애스: 베스트 앤드 라스트에도 참여해서 활동중이다. (오뜨랑에서 실시간으로 번역된 한글 프로필도 확인할 수 있어요) 2026년 Tiny Fugitives에서 Bob 역을 맡았다. 2026년 아이 원트 유어 섹스에서 Detective Zem 역을 맡았다. 2026년 잭애스: 베스트 앤드 라스트에 출연했다.