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 cocreator 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 shows success led to several spinoff films including Jackass The Movie 2002 Jackass Number Two 2006 and Jackass 3D 2010 These movies showcased Knoxvilles 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 Knoxvilles 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
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