Watch the full interview now as a VladTV Youtube Member: Click Here
Part 4: Chuck Zito on Being Mike Tyson's Bodyguard During Hotel Brawl with Lennox Lewis
Part 1: Chuck Zito on Becoming a Hells Angel, Rumor He Earned Membership By Attempted Murder
--------
Chuck Zito, a veteran stuntman known for his roles in over 80 films, draws vivid parallels between stunt people and WWE wrestlers. Zito's journey into the stunt world began in 1981 with the movie "Dead Ringer," a project facilitated by the Hell's Angels. This early experience set the stage for a career that would see him work alongside notable actors like Mickey Rourke, whom he later doubled for in films like "Year of the Dragon." Zito reminisces about introducing Rourke to Bruce Springsteen, which led to the musician creating a track for "The Wrestler," a film praised for its realistic portrayal of the wrestling world. Comparing his experiences, Zito emphasizes the real physical demands and risks associated with both professions, countering common perceptions of them being 'fake.'
