Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) Legend Don Frye Appears in Michael Mann’s Major Motion Picture Public Enemies
(PRESS RELEASE) -- MMA Legend and credited actor, Don Frye,
recently attended the premier of Michael Mann’s movie “Public
Enemies”, starring Johnny Depp, at the Mann Theater in Westwood,
California. Frye, who previously worked with Mann on Miami Vice,
plays the character of Texas Ranger Clarence Hurt in this major
motion picture. Public Enemies, set to premier in theatres July
1st, is an adaptation of Bryan Burrough's non-fiction book Public
Enemies: America's Greatest Crime Wave and the Birth of the FBI,
1933–34 and stars A-list actors such as Johnny Depp, Christian Bale
and Channing Tatum.
Don Frye had this to say about his involvement in the film, “I can’t tell you how excited I am to be a part of this amazing film and to be associated with such an impressive cast and crew. Director Michael Mann is great to work with, and my character Texas Ranger Clarence Hurt was right up my alley. I really enjoyed getting into character and being a part of the action. The1930’s set was really amazing; it was like taking a step back in time. ”
Don Frye has proven to be very successful both in front of the camera as an actor and facing skilled competitors as a mixed martial arts fighter. 2009 continues to be a busy and rewarding year for Frye. In addition to his role in Public Enemies, he was cast in the upcoming film Salt, a spy thriller starring Angelina Jolie and Liev Schreiber. Also in 2009, Frye competed and defeated his opponent at the Shark Fight 4 MMA event in Texas and is currently training for a major fight scheduled to take place in August. As Frye’s acting career continues to gain momentum, his career as a decorated MMA competitor shows no signs of slowing down.
Frye was very candid about his two, very distinct, career paths: “I enjoy acting as much as I enjoy fighting and I’m very fortunate to be able to do both. As an actor, I‘m typically cast in roles that involve fight scenes. As an MMA competitor, my role is to fight and to entertain. That being said, even though both career choices are very different, they work hand in hand.”
Don Frye is considered a legend in the sport of mixed martial arts. Over the past decade Frye has proven that his skills expand well above and beyond his elite status as a decorated mixed martial arts fighter. We will continue to see him on the big screen as well as in the cage.
About Don Frye
Don Frye, also known as “The Predator”, is considered one of the original "cross trained” MMA competitors who have a background in multiple disciplines. Along with his collegiate wrestling experience, Frye holds a 2nd degree black belt in Judo, has a professional boxing record, and is a decorated Pride, K-1 and Ultimate Fighting Champion.
Frye’s skills reach above and beyond his well decorated fighting status. Not only is he a champion in several disciplines, Frye is known as a coach, writer, radio host and actor. In 2007, Frye coached the International Fight Leagues Tucson Scorpions. Frye also wrote a humorous weekly advice column called "Dear Don: Advice from The Predator", was a host for the weekly TAGG radio segment known as "Don Frye Days" and has been featured on television sit-coms and sports shows, and boasts both supporting and lead rolls in several major motion pictures.
Don Frye had this to say about his involvement in the film, “I can’t tell you how excited I am to be a part of this amazing film and to be associated with such an impressive cast and crew. Director Michael Mann is great to work with, and my character Texas Ranger Clarence Hurt was right up my alley. I really enjoyed getting into character and being a part of the action. The1930’s set was really amazing; it was like taking a step back in time. ”
Don Frye has proven to be very successful both in front of the camera as an actor and facing skilled competitors as a mixed martial arts fighter. 2009 continues to be a busy and rewarding year for Frye. In addition to his role in Public Enemies, he was cast in the upcoming film Salt, a spy thriller starring Angelina Jolie and Liev Schreiber. Also in 2009, Frye competed and defeated his opponent at the Shark Fight 4 MMA event in Texas and is currently training for a major fight scheduled to take place in August. As Frye’s acting career continues to gain momentum, his career as a decorated MMA competitor shows no signs of slowing down.
Frye was very candid about his two, very distinct, career paths: “I enjoy acting as much as I enjoy fighting and I’m very fortunate to be able to do both. As an actor, I‘m typically cast in roles that involve fight scenes. As an MMA competitor, my role is to fight and to entertain. That being said, even though both career choices are very different, they work hand in hand.”
Don Frye is considered a legend in the sport of mixed martial arts. Over the past decade Frye has proven that his skills expand well above and beyond his elite status as a decorated mixed martial arts fighter. We will continue to see him on the big screen as well as in the cage.
About Don Frye
Don Frye, also known as “The Predator”, is considered one of the original "cross trained” MMA competitors who have a background in multiple disciplines. Along with his collegiate wrestling experience, Frye holds a 2nd degree black belt in Judo, has a professional boxing record, and is a decorated Pride, K-1 and Ultimate Fighting Champion.
Frye’s skills reach above and beyond his well decorated fighting status. Not only is he a champion in several disciplines, Frye is known as a coach, writer, radio host and actor. In 2007, Frye coached the International Fight Leagues Tucson Scorpions. Frye also wrote a humorous weekly advice column called "Dear Don: Advice from The Predator", was a host for the weekly TAGG radio segment known as "Don Frye Days" and has been featured on television sit-coms and sports shows, and boasts both supporting and lead rolls in several major motion pictures.
