What other Norris was an acclaimed martial artist? The great Aaron Norris graced the May 1989 cover of Black Belt Magazine  — a star in...

The team that brought you the incredible Ip Man film series featuring Donnie Yen is back in action! In The Prosecutor , a gripping legal...

The May 1982 Black Belt Magazine cover featured former heavyweight champion, weapons expert and Hollywood stuntman Joe Hess . The...

I’m going to make an assumption about you. As a martial artist, you have a deep appreciation for the art of combat, discipline, and the...

The martial arts industry is shaped by a diverse array of power players—whether they are screen stars, elite athletes dominating the mat,...

Award-winning action film starring Cobra Kai actor exemplifies representation in front and behind the camera for a new generation of...

As we reflect on an incredible year filled with monumental moments in martial arts, Black Belt Magazine is proud to celebrate its first...

From the streets of China to screens around the world, these legendary kung fu masters have transcended time and reality. But did you...

Martial arts cinema has always held a special place in the hearts of movie lovers. With its jaw-dropping fight scenes, larger-than-life...

Action fans, rejoice! Jean-Claude Van Damme is back in Kill 'Em All 2 , picking up right where the preceding entry from 2017 left off in...

In the past four decades, Cynthia Rothrock has accomplished what many of us dream of but few of us achieve: nurturing martial arts skills into an international career in fight films. Here’s a look back for those who are too young to have witnessed the rise of Rothrock.

The "Muscles from Brussels," Jean-Claude Van Damme , in his prime, graced the February 1989 cover of Karate/Kung-fu Illustrated  just in...

When Claressa Shields made history as the first American woman to win an Olympic gold medal in boxing, it was clear she had solidified...

Jean-Claude Van Damme, known as "The Muscles from Brussels," has been a force in the action movie genre for decades. With his incredible...

The word legend  conjures up images of larger-than-life figures who have performed unbelievable feats over the years. In the realm of...

We're counting down the 12 Days with our Must See Holiday Guide for Action and Martial Arts Movies. This curated list took into account...

The Best Holiday-Themed Action and Martial Arts Movies to Watch this Season!!

If you’re like so many action fans, you probably still vividly remember the electrifying impact Tony Jaa had in Ong-Bak  back in the...

Starring Silicon Valley and Crazy Rich Asians actor Jimmy O. Yang alongside Ronny Chieng, the show takes a satirical yet heartfelt look at..

Ninja have become a staple of action-packed entertainment, offering a unique blend of stealth, deadly combat skills, and mystery. Over...

The June 1977 cover of Black Belt   Magazine marked the beginning of the ninja craze , sparking widespread fascination with these...

February 1979 Fighting Stars throwback features Bruce Lee in the iconic yellow track suit from Game of Death. This legendary look has...

Bruce Lee’s influence on martial arts and pop culture is so immense that his essence lives on in countless fictional characters.

We’re here to celebrate Bruce Lee’s mastery in its purest form: the one-on-one duel.