Ralph Macchio at Motor City Comic Con 2015

The Karate Kid came out over 30 years ago, but Ralph Macchio is still in demand by fans because of that film.  Obviously, Macchio has done plenty of other acting, but his role as Daniel LaRusso holds a special place in the hearts of many.

Macchio's first big role was on tv's Eight Is Enough as Jeremy, the youngster brought in to the Bradford household.  Unlike a lot of late additions of kids, Jeremy's character was pretty well-received.  That role alone could earn him a spot at the various comic cons.  Sitcom stars of those years are high in demand.

While we were waiting for Macchio, Cuzz and I saw a promo photo for The Outsiders, another early movie of Macchio's.  The picture featured Macchio, C. Thomas Howell, Tom Cruise, Emilio Estevez, Patrick Swayze, Rob Lowe and Matt Dillon.  That is a virtual Hall of Fame collection.  Imagine getting that picture signed by all.

The best part about Macchio is that he is as nice as could be.  I have met him many times and he is always great to the public and press.  Macchio is one child star success story!

Cuzz Gekas, Ralph Macchio and me in Novi, MI-May 2015.

Big Money, Karate Kid and Johngy

Ralph Macchio is perhaps best known for his role as Danny in The Karate Kid.  Do you remember him as Jeremy on tv's Eight Is Enough?  Unfortunately for Macchio, that role was the typical young kid brought to breathe life into a older series.
Of course, Macchio has also done many other films, shows, commercials and musicals.  Macchio is quite talented.  He is also very nice.
JohngysBeat.com's Contributor Extraordinaire Matt Parker and I met Macchio at Wizard World and it as a real pleasure.  We witnessed him greeting and talking to several people who did not even purchase any of his 8x10's or pictures with him.  He went above and beyond the call of duty at such a convention.
Even when Matt and I were meeting him, he took the time to ask our names and other questions.  This stuff might not seem like a lot, but it is just these extra pleasantries that make him stand out.
Macchio was on my short list of celebs I definitely wanted to meet at Wizard World and he did not disappoint.  A few other celebrities should take lessons from the Karate Kid!

Matt Parker, Ralph Maccho and me in Rosemont, IL-August 2013.