Segal is a giant compared to him and invented his own martial art form... I think he could easily take this guy on even if this guy is younger and a "fighter". He's an actor/fight like Steven but he forgets when that sometimes...
He also bragged about being able to beat Bruce Lee a man whose been dead for over 30 years and can’t defend his position! A legendary Icon who revolutionized martial art and still the most talked about person in martial arts history! I used to like and respect him somewhat, but when said something that disrespectful, stupid, and arrogant about a man who accomplished more than in 32 year than Michael would in three life times! So fuck Michael’s perspective on things his trivial accomplishments compared to Bruce Lee’s, Michael’s lack of contributions to martial arts as a whole and anything else that comes out of his mouth!
@@JayP7178he was recorded in a bullshit point fighting clip when he was young which ain’t worth talk about! And after he claimed he could beat Bruce Lee the most iconic martial artist in history! I say fuck Jai white! But you’re right he’s similar to the rest!
@@steviegreenthumb4720 nah man.... listen to seagal... it's obvious that every word coming out of his mouth is utter bullshit and he's known for it... has michael ever been known as an obvious bullshitter? i don't think so..
Dude, I love this guy. He should've been WAY bigger than what he is. Growing up in REAL martial arts, I really respect this guy. Plus his interviews and stories are good
@@MrRaiin32 full contact? those were olympic like point system karate events. not full contact. not one video of him competitively sparing exists...yet he doesn't stop talking about these grueling sparing sessions.... sparing is sparing...you think they are going hard against MJW? yet MJW is quick to dismiss bruce lee as a real fighter... guy just needs to accept who he really is and thats a actor and karate practicer... not a professional fighter . I'm past my prime and out of shape...but Im sure I got 5k against you though
@bigkahuna3534 🤣🤣🤣🤣sounds like easy money for me, "past your prime" MJW is 55 so you must be wheelchair bound. So you have issue because he doesn't film his sparring sessions so you're the type that of you didn't see it or it wasn't filmed it didn't happen
I have always liked Michael Jai White. I think he was amazing in "Black Dynamite" and showed a comedic side to himself that we'd never seen before. The fact that he took the high road, and seems pretty much like that is the cloth he's cut from, is a testament to his upbringing and his parents deserve some of the credit for raising a good guy. Also, it shows that he had great martial arts instructors who taught him that the power he had was not to be used for wrong.
Holy shit! My respect for Michael just soared... Anyone else would probably have gone "So... I could kill him if you want." But Michael takes the high road and walks it proudly and alone. 🤘
Interesting because Chuck zico himself told that story differently on Stern back in the 90s. He said Van Damme disrespected him verbally, they went back and forth, Van Damme started to get out of his chair as if he were ready to fight, then Chuck punched him/pummeled him before he got up and it got broken up. He specifically said he didn't want to let Van Damme get up because he didn't want to give him a chance to use his legs/kick. He never mentioned Van Damme taking a swing. That seems far-fetched imo. Zito is like 20-30 pounds bigger, a legit boxer/fighter and well known as a guy you don't want to mess with. I assume Van Damme was drunk/high. Chuck made it clear he respected Jean Claude's kicks and kind of made himself look a little bad by admitting he beat him up before he could get out of his chair, and I don't see Chuck BSing about anything.
Of course he didn't. If he had beat up Seagal whether they wanted him to do it or not, he's at fault... not them. It probably would've been the studio that called the law, so I seriously doubt any producer would shoulder the blame when they could just leave it on him.🤦🏽♂️
According to Stallone, Seagull disrepected Van Damme twice and Van Damme challenged to a fight however according to Stallone , Seagull did a Harry Houdini twice. Stallone did slam Seagull againist a wall due to being disrepected too
@panchonelson3573 Yeah and no. Don't know about you, but I do not know either one of these men personally, so pretty much any conclusion I come up with is obviously based on information someone else has passed along to me. I, just like you, have observed fighting by both of these men that would indicate an awful lot of training above and beyond anything I've ever accomplished. Bottom line is either one of us may never actually know the truth.
@@ONTHEEDGEFRED Unfortunately hurting stuntmen is a long running tradition in Hollyweird. The stunt men sign waivers for injuries and NDA's to speak about it-- but it's implied the person you're shooting with isn't going to hurt you on purpose. Segal isn't the first or last to hurt people on purpose just because he can understand the guise of a more realistic scene. Segal's reputation for it is so bad because he does it so often has just gotten out because people that weren't bound to the rules for the stuntmen were disgusted by his behavior. 3 people in fairly high up positions on this one movie actually wanted to see the star of THEIR movie get injured-- that says a lot about him as a person.
This interview answered my question on why MJW isn't a even bigger movie star... and it gave me a much bigger respect for his decision to NOT sell out to Hollywood. 💪
MJW is like a samurai who lives his career and art by a code that he simply cannot break. It’s not just honour, it’s true discipline. When I first got into acting, my agency refused to work with Segal for many of the reasons you’ve probably heard of, because their actors had experienced them.
@@wpn-k8d No, he's not. Segal's abuse of stuntmen isn't even a secret. If the person who wrote the original comment was a stuntman-- be glad you turned down working with him. He's permanently injured people. A stuntman I know got his face slashed open so badly his teeth were visible through his cheek. Think about how close that is to your jugular vein. Taking liberties with someone who trusts you with their body and to do what you said is a a$$hole move.
It's because Steven Seagal is difficult to work with and hurts stunt guys on purpose. Steven has been known to not follow director's decisions and clash with them on anything that Steven perceives will make him look weak. Multiple stunt men have also gone on record and said that Seagal would hurt them on purpose, knowing that they couldn't hurt him back since stunt guys are considered expendable. Seagal is a well known scumbag both in and out of Hollywood.
I just look at it through their eyes that they know him for hitting people accidentally. I think they knew he would try his hardest not to hit Michael.
Good on him for being above that. At some point, wannabe tough guys like Steven Seagal elicit more pity than anger or humor, at least if you interact with them personally. A former "friend" of mine was like this, trying his hardest to front as a badass when all he ever did was talk a bunch of smack on people when he thought they were out of earshot, then folding when the rubber met the road. I had enough misplaced faith that one day he'd grow up, but he never did. Some people's egos are so massive that they become utterly detached from reality. They're like retarded robots doomed to repeat an errant line of code for eternity.
@@anthonyhavens3846 You'd lose your money. Unless you're betting he's going to "win" a choreographed exhibition. Akido doesn't work in practice. It looks good in movies.
@@SwiggityPeanut Isaiah Washington said to Vladtv recently he killed a stuntman on the first day of shooting Exit Wounds smashing his face through a window, Segal who has a reputation for punching and hitting for real on actors extras and stuntman in his movies, I think Michael jai white said same
He still grew up and learned his ability in Bridgeport. When they ask him where he is from He clearly says Bridgeport he’s never says Bridgeport by way of Brooklyn.
A serious Class Act and humble Man. Much respect and always tries to be a role model, and someone who I would love to meet and talk with. Be an honor to do that and learn from him. Sincerely hope he is with us for many, many years to come. Merry Christmas and Happy Nee Year!
Michael Jai is alright in my book. He feels like a close friend even though I don’t know him. Very smart and humble guy. Stay the way you are my brother and don’t ever change your ways for nobody.
Man this dude is a true martial artist. He’s seems to be very disciplined especially in these interviews where they try to bait someone into saying something based on what someone else said. He was tactful and know it would always be a mistake to talk shit in the situation because it would a disadvantage for him.
Much respect to this man for always being the bigger person. A lion doesn’t have to prove himself to a mouse. We all know jai white would destroy seagull
I really respect Michael Jai White for his stance against committing violence against someone who isn't really a fighter and wouldn't be expecting to be getting hurt. He's a true martial artist setting good examples for others to follow. I believe that Michael Jai White is a talented fighter and he's aware of his talents. Therefore he doesn't have to prove it. Or rather, he's already demonstrated his elite skills over the years that there can be no doubt.
Actor u mean that maybe able to fight cus he spar professional fighters but altho he got talent he not fighter so I don't understand this statement not saying he can't fight sure he will smoke a average to above average man cus he do.got.knowledge but still to be seen if he can fight an actual fighter who study there craft and actually put it to use in actual fights than movie fight I kno he did karate tournament but there not the same as actual MMA or kick boxing tournament
This tells a very straight up story about ego, fear, respect and danger. The people that are the most dangerous are usually the ones that aren't the ones you see or hear about everyday. They are your trashmen, your teacher or personal trainer. It's not the drunk guy at the bar, the pimp with 50 hoes with black eyes, jailbird with murder all over his record, or the chick that has a history of destroying her exes property. Showmanship doesn't equal ability. It just equal lack of discipline and riskiness.
Disagree. Skill does not equal danger. Someone with criminal convictions for unprovoked violent assault is more dangerous than a random karate black belt. Danger has to do with lack of inhibition, unpredictability and predatory instincts. Could that black belt in karate mop the floor with the violent criminal in a karate tournament or even a fair one on one fight? Yes and probably. But who is like to bash your head in with a bottle in a bar while you are minding your own business? Its not the karate black belt. Emotionally stable with skills in fighting aren't a risk for unprovoked assault. Violent criminals with neuro-disorders are. I get people like to romanticise martial arts sometimes, but it's not people going to dojos that you generally need to worry about.
Better? He is praising himself throughout the whole interview while bashing others them not being fighters while mjw and zito are lol. He is playing a role here, the humble strong lion, who could beat up everyone, but he would never do that, because he is better than everyone. Could would should hood guy.
@@vince11harris Here comes the kindergarten boi calling me keyboard warrior from distance, behind the screen😂 I can easily say this to your face if you want. But if you can organize it, I can thell this to his face too.
@@Katzenhase Michael Jai White claimed that he could have and not would have defeated Bruce Lee. Your beloved Seagal isn't humble and is disgusting person, beacuse he is friends with Putin and he has been talking trash about Michael Jai White and Bruce Lee.
@@cezaryswitek6269 He never talked trash about Bruce Lee. Do your research. He said he loves Bruce Lee. He only said that Bruce Lee wasn´t the best fighter ever and that´s the truth. He badmouthed Michael Jai White because White did the same.
I’m really glad I watched this interview. It’s nice to see him reject the shady Hollywood behavior and let them know he’s a legit professional👍🏻 Kudos MJW
saying Chuck Zito beat up Van Damme is a bit of a stretch. The story goes he sucker punched Van Damme while he was sitting in a chair putting his glasses on in a club. Then after his chair went backwards he jumped on top of him until security separated them. It wasn't no even fade. Van Damme on the other hand did want to beat up Steven Seagal tho in a straight up fight at Sylvester Stallone house. Seagal ducked the fade.
It wasn't a sucker punch they were face to face talking shit to each other and he hit him twice and he was not sitting🤦🏾♂️🤦🏾♂️ who told you that lol. They have at least 5 or 6 witness accounts that say the same thing even Micky Rouke said he beat up Van Damme. After he fell he beat him some more.
If you didn't know who MJW was, you would think after watching this clip that this man won a bunch of boxing/mma/kickboxing belts and tournaments as a professional athlete. Dude is so humble😂. He is likable though.
@@thomasrobertson6175are any of those documented? I still remember when Vlad brought up Van Damme and MJW said he’s not a real fighter yet he actually has a record. MJW seems cool but sometimes he’s so full of himself
I have a massive amount of respect for Michael Jai White and in my opinion movies with him are interesting. I enjoy him dominating and outclassing his opponent in a fight. Michael Jai White is one of my favorite actors and martial artists.
Thank You. Michael Jai White = Great guy - Great Values & Ethics. Vlad, Great videos & interviews. Be Safe out there. Peace & Health to Us All. {Seagal is a bully punk}
Van Damme actually did compete. Not saying he's elite level UFC caliber by any stretch but he is or at the very least was a fighter. Acting pays a lot more and you're less likely to get as fucked up. So why be stupid and become a fighter when you can earn so much more by acting. It's an easy choice.
MJW feels exactly like your comment says. I'm a fan of MJW but I disagree with his comment about JCVD. Both competed in karate tournaments when they were younger. JCVD actually has a kickboxing record professionally & MJW has no professional record. Bruce Lee & MJW have the same philosophy. Both can fight for real, neither had a pro record, both had good physiques & are accomplished martial artists. So both could sell toughness on the silver screen without having to fight for real. Because like you said, making movies is more profitable & less dangerous than real fighting.
I'm surprised with all Michael's knowledge of martial arts he would've known Van Damme was actually a fighter. He competed in kickboxing competitions and won 18 by knockout. Now I'm not saying he should've won the fight with his bodyguard, but saying he's not a fighter is inaccurate 🤷🏽♂️
“I don’t like bullies and I’m not going to be one.”
I 100% respect his position.
4:54 solid
A true martial artist is usually trained to end a fight, not start one smh
FACTS
He didn't sell his soul that's why he never made a list. Respect
Steven Seagal is not a fighter,plausible.
Van Damme is not a fighter,bro are you serious?🤔
"I hate bullies and I'm not going to be one"
Okay my respect for MJW went through the roof.
I always liked and I still do MJW and my respect for him just went sky high
Segal is a giant compared to him and invented his own martial art form... I think he could easily take this guy on even if this guy is younger and a "fighter". He's an actor/fight like Steven but he forgets when that sometimes...
This man showing what class and morals should be like, much respect to him.
Hes also as egotistical as the rest of them. He's never been in a recorded fight.
he's boss
First of All he is an Honest and a good person.can tell by his eyes.
Then he is a true martial artist
He also bragged about being able to beat Bruce Lee a man whose been dead for over 30 years and can’t defend his position! A legendary Icon who revolutionized martial art and still the most talked about person in martial arts history! I used to like and respect him somewhat, but when said something that disrespectful, stupid, and arrogant about a man who accomplished more than in 32 year than Michael would in three life times! So fuck Michael’s perspective on things his trivial accomplishments compared to Bruce Lee’s, Michael’s lack of contributions to martial arts as a whole and anything else that comes out of his mouth!
@@JayP7178he was recorded in a bullshit point fighting clip when he was young which ain’t worth talk about! And after he claimed he could beat Bruce Lee the most iconic martial artist in history! I say fuck Jai white! But you’re right he’s similar to the rest!
Respect !!! Just because you can hurt someone, that doesn't mean you do it. A true martial artist .........
it's refreshing to hear someone who still holds honor in high regard.
respect this man. steven seagal criticised him in interviews, yet listen to his maturity. hats off to him. ✊
Seagal hates on everyone out of jelousy man
its how u can tell which sides tellin the truth tbh
Lol
@@steviegreenthumb4720 nah man.... listen to seagal... it's obvious that every word coming out of his mouth is utter bullshit and he's known for it... has michael ever been known as an obvious bullshitter? i don't think so..
@@stefanforrer2573 ...that's literally what I'm saying.... Tf
Way to go Mr. Michael Jai White!!!! A true martial artist.
but no fighter.
@Tru 319 this guy again 😀😃😁😄😆😅😂🤣🙃
@Tru 319 uh maybe you should watch some of his youtube fight videos in competion
@Tru 319 It's so easy to tell when someone was forced into mma because they were tired of being bullied every day.
@Tru 319 aww no he is a real fighter
Dude, I love this guy. He should've been WAY bigger than what he is. Growing up in REAL martial arts, I really respect this guy. Plus his interviews and stories are good
guy is a big talker but never wanted to compete for real.
For me personally, he was and still is that big. I've always liked Michael's characters.
@bigkahuna3534 didn't wanna compete where? He's done full contact competition but if believe he's just talk spar with him and see I got 5k on him
@@MrRaiin32 full contact? those were olympic like point system karate events. not full contact.
not one video of him competitively sparing exists...yet he doesn't stop talking about these grueling sparing sessions.... sparing is sparing...you think they are going hard against MJW? yet MJW is quick to dismiss bruce lee as a real fighter... guy just needs to accept who he really is and thats a actor and karate practicer... not a professional fighter . I'm past my prime and out of shape...but Im sure I got 5k against you though
@bigkahuna3534 🤣🤣🤣🤣sounds like easy money for me, "past your prime" MJW is 55 so you must be wheelchair bound. So you have issue because he doesn't film his sparring sessions so you're the type that of you didn't see it or it wasn't filmed it didn't happen
Mad respect for Michael, his attitude is so right and so appreciated. Each interview causes me to respect him more and more.
What you have ,is called integrity ,my respect Michael jai white
I have always liked Michael Jai White. I think he was amazing in "Black Dynamite" and showed a comedic side to himself that we'd never seen before. The fact that he took the high road, and seems pretty much like that is the cloth he's cut from, is a testament to his upbringing and his parents deserve some of the credit for raising a good guy. Also, it shows that he had great martial arts instructors who taught him that the power he had was not to be used for wrong.
That’s the only good movie he’s done besides Blood n Bone.
That movie doesn’t get the respect it should
Dynamite Dynamite yeah that was my movie
@@NotCharAznable the dark knight and spawn.
The movie and cartoon was awesome
Michael Jai never stops impressing me. One of the few people in Hollywood that’s to good for Hollywood.
A man with integrity.
Maximum respect to you Michael Jai White - "I hate bullies and I'm not going to be one."
As a martial artist myself i have truly deep respect for Michael Jai White. A great Man, a true warrior and a great martial artist.
I so much more respect for this dude than before…after hearing this interview.
Good dude and straight-up martial artist.
This guy is always 1st class. Even when I met him in Las Vegas in person he was such a great guy!
Micheal j is fine as hell
You can only respect Michael even more for being not just a stand up guy but truthful
Great words spoken by Michael Jai Smith. Don't take pride in hurting someone when you know you have the upper hand.
*White
Smith?
Michael Jai White is the true version of a bad ass. So much respect for him as a fighter and a human being. Class act all the way.
Holy shit! My respect for Michael just soared... Anyone else would probably have gone "So... I could kill him if you want." But Michael takes the high road and walks it proudly and alone. 🤘
Interesting because Chuck zico himself told that story differently on Stern back in the 90s. He said Van Damme disrespected him verbally, they went back and forth, Van Damme started to get out of his chair as if he were ready to fight, then Chuck punched him/pummeled him before he got up and it got broken up. He specifically said he didn't want to let Van Damme get up because he didn't want to give him a chance to use his legs/kick. He never mentioned Van Damme taking a swing. That seems far-fetched imo. Zito is like 20-30 pounds bigger, a legit boxer/fighter and well known as a guy you don't want to mess with. I assume Van Damme was drunk/high. Chuck made it clear he respected Jean Claude's kicks and kind of made himself look a little bad by admitting he beat him up before he could get out of his chair, and I don't see Chuck BSing about anything.
Of course he didn't. If he had beat up Seagal whether they wanted him to do it or not, he's at fault... not them. It probably would've been the studio that called the law, so I seriously doubt any producer would shoulder the blame when they could just leave it on him.🤦🏽♂️
According to Stallone, Seagull disrepected Van Damme twice and Van Damme challenged to a fight however according to Stallone , Seagull did a Harry Houdini twice. Stallone did slam Seagull againist a wall due to being disrepected too
@@ososkic8673 How is that making himself look bad? If you see someone approaching you aggressively, it's good to get the drop on them first.
At this point, I think it’s safe to say that nobody likes or ever liked Steven Seagal 😂😂😂
Right
Some of his early movies were 🔥
His movies were damn good let's stop pretending we didn't watch and like them
Seagal likes to crack stunt actors and fighter/ actors. You can't be hitting people for real.
Putin and Russia love him.🥲
Total respect for this man. I used to be a Steven Segal fan, but from what I've learned of him here lately, I'm just not so much anymore.
Seagal made some entertaining action movies in the late 80s and 90s but by all accounts he seems like a deplorable human.
@panchonelson3573 Yeah and no. Don't know about you, but I do not know either one of these men personally, so pretty much any conclusion I come up with is obviously based on information someone else has passed along to me. I, just like you, have observed fighting by both of these men that would indicate an awful lot of training above and beyond anything I've ever accomplished. Bottom line is either one of us may never actually know the truth.
@@ONTHEEDGEFRED Unfortunately hurting stuntmen is a long running tradition in Hollyweird. The stunt men sign waivers for injuries and NDA's to speak about it-- but it's implied the person you're shooting with isn't going to hurt you on purpose. Segal isn't the first or last to hurt people on purpose just because he can understand the guise of a more realistic scene. Segal's reputation for it is so bad because he does it so often has just gotten out because people that weren't bound to the rules for the stuntmen were disgusted by his behavior. 3 people in fairly high up positions on this one movie actually wanted to see the star of THEIR movie get injured-- that says a lot about him as a person.
This interview answered my question on why MJW isn't a even bigger movie star... and it gave me a much bigger respect for his decision to NOT sell out to Hollywood. 💪
The director, producer AND his manager said, "it's cool. Whip his ass. " 😂😂
Michael Jai White is delusional!
@@Katzenhase get off Segall nutts
@@Katzenhasein what way?
I have an enormous respect for this man. A true man of discipline and order 🙌
Exactly why I like and respect this brotha. Shout out to Michael Jai White. A man of honor, a man of integrity, and morals, a true warrior ✊💯
Michael Jai White is a Leader and Master Teacher, and this interview is a testimony to his character as a Man, much respect ✊🏾
MJW is like a samurai who lives his career and art by a code that he simply cannot break. It’s not just honour, it’s true discipline.
When I first got into acting, my agency refused to work with Segal for many of the reasons you’ve probably heard of, because their actors had experienced them.
MJW s a B S
@@wpn-k8d No, he's not. Segal's abuse of stuntmen isn't even a secret.
If the person who wrote the original comment was a stuntman-- be glad you turned down working with him. He's permanently injured people. A stuntman I know got his face slashed open so badly his teeth were visible through his cheek. Think about how close that is to your jugular vein. Taking liberties with someone who trusts you with their body and to do what you said is a a$$hole move.
That director and producer on ‘Exit Wounds’ was wildin 😂😂
It's because Steven Seagal is difficult to work with and hurts stunt guys on purpose. Steven has been known to not follow director's decisions and clash with them on anything that Steven perceives will make him look weak. Multiple stunt men have also gone on record and said that Seagal would hurt them on purpose, knowing that they couldn't hurt him back since stunt guys are considered expendable. Seagal is a well known scumbag both in and out of Hollywood.
😂😂😂😂
@@CantTellYou met him in real life 4 years ago will never forget it because my friend made him mad and he threatened to rip our spines out
Too hard lmaooo
😂😂😂 I wanna hear that story from them one day lol
The look around before they started talking 😂😂😂
My respect level for Michael Jai White just went up to epic levels! 👋👋👋
Mike is a REAL ONE!! This brother isn't just a great fighter, he lives the life a martial artist.
Respect. He could easily hurt Seagal but he knew that.
Exactly
I always liked Michael, but I have even more respect for this man now. Respectful and humble dude.
MJW is the most humble trash talker ever.
Love MJW, he has never ever shown himself to be less than 100% and upstanding MAN in an industry of garbage.
Michael Jai White is a true professional. Kudos to him. This story is hilarious. 🤣🤣🤣
I gain more and more respect for Michael with each interview I see. He represents the true spirit of martial arts.
Producers out of control for that 😂😂 they wanted MJW to f**k Segal up
I just look at it through their eyes that they know him for hitting people accidentally. I think they knew he would try his hardest not to hit Michael.
Accidentally?
Everybody trying beat Steven's ass vicariously 🤣🤣🤣
😂😂😂😂
Best use ever of the word vicariously.
Good on him for being above that. At some point, wannabe tough guys like Steven Seagal elicit more pity than anger or humor, at least if you interact with them personally. A former "friend" of mine was like this, trying his hardest to front as a badass when all he ever did was talk a bunch of smack on people when he thought they were out of earshot, then folding when the rubber met the road. I had enough misplaced faith that one day he'd grow up, but he never did. Some people's egos are so massive that they become utterly detached from reality. They're like retarded robots doomed to repeat an errant line of code for eternity.
Steven is a old man now. I'd still put my money on Steven. But I'm a big white fan also
@@anthonyhavens3846 You'd lose your money. Unless you're betting he's going to "win" a choreographed exhibition. Akido doesn't work in practice. It looks good in movies.
Protect this man at all costs what a legend
This dude is such a great person and role model on multiple levels.
John legazamo just talked about how Seagal fucked him up in executive decision 😂
That's nothing, Isaiah Washington says he basically killed a stuntman on purpose, slammed his face straight through a window
"just talked"
... He talked about it on the tele a decade ago, maybe two.
John Leguizamos is already a douche. Can u imagine the level Seagal is comparing to that?
@@starwarsroo2448 he did what now?
@@SwiggityPeanut Isaiah Washington said to Vladtv recently he killed a stuntman on the first day of shooting Exit Wounds smashing his face through a window, Segal who has a reputation for punching and hitting for real on actors extras and stuntman in his movies, I think Michael jai white said same
I respect this dude a lot and he’s from my hometown Bridgeport CT ‼️💪🏾
By way of Brooklyn
Brooklyn. He grew up in bridgeport. I ve heard it from the actor when I met him at the premiere of black dynamite in 2009 in Bloomfield CT
He still grew up and learned his ability in Bridgeport. When they ask him where he is from He clearly says Bridgeport he’s never says Bridgeport by way of Brooklyn.
Brooklyn in the 🏠 first
Had he been from Brooklyn he would of been a drug dealer and a rapper.
A serious Class Act and humble Man. Much respect and always tries to be a role model, and someone who I would love to meet and talk with. Be an honor to do that and learn from him. Sincerely hope he is with us for many, many years to come. Merry Christmas and Happy Nee Year!
Love you MjW
lol, pretending to be humble, he was talking crap about others through the whole interview, he just used a humble wrapping
This guy is one of the best... criminally underrated
Now that’s what you called being a real one no cap!!!
Michael Jai is an honorable dude, that's why he's been successful in the game for a very long time.
Michael Jai is alright in my book. He feels like a close friend even though I don’t know him. Very smart and humble guy. Stay the way you are my brother and don’t ever change your ways for nobody.
Spoken like a true warrior because I hate losing but I always strive to be better afterwards
Man this dude is a true martial artist. He’s seems to be very disciplined especially in these interviews where they try to bait someone into saying something based on what someone else said. He was tactful and know it would always be a mistake to talk shit in the situation because it would a disadvantage for him.
He's one of the coolest most humble down to earth celebrities or maybe even people ever.
Black Dynamite is one of the BEST MOVIES of all time....real talk. Funny, action and irony rolled up in a script full of messages.
I respect that stance I don't like Steven segal but it's not honorable to just hurt him without provoking him
Much respect to this man for always being the bigger person. A lion doesn’t have to prove himself to a mouse. We all know jai white would destroy seagull
I really respect Michael Jai White for his stance against committing violence against someone who isn't really a fighter and wouldn't be expecting to be getting hurt. He's a true martial artist setting good examples for others to follow. I believe that Michael Jai White is a talented fighter and he's aware of his talents. Therefore he doesn't have to prove it. Or rather, he's already demonstrated his elite skills over the years that there can be no doubt.
Actor u mean that maybe able to fight cus he spar professional fighters but altho he got talent he not fighter so I don't understand this statement not saying he can't fight sure he will smoke a average to above average man cus he do.got.knowledge but still to be seen if he can fight an actual fighter who study there craft and actually put it to use in actual fights than movie fight I kno he did karate tournament but there not the same as actual MMA or kick boxing tournament
How MJ White hasn't been offered larger and more consistent roles is beyond me.
He maybe a good fighter. He is a lousy actor. My POV.
@@cherylnance-ali5824 doesn't seem like a sell out either.
He doesn't conform
@@cherylnance-ali5824 i agree;and a fan of his
Much respect for this man.
That man is correct - There is Noo honor in fighting or hurting someone that's not your equal in fighting!!
This tells a very straight up story about ego, fear, respect and danger. The people that are the most dangerous are usually the ones that aren't the ones you see or hear about everyday. They are your trashmen, your teacher or personal trainer. It's not the drunk guy at the bar, the pimp with 50 hoes with black eyes, jailbird with murder all over his record, or the chick that has a history of destroying her exes property. Showmanship doesn't equal ability. It just equal lack of discipline and riskiness.
Disagree. Skill does not equal danger. Someone with criminal convictions for unprovoked violent assault is more dangerous than a random karate black belt.
Danger has to do with lack of inhibition, unpredictability and predatory instincts.
Could that black belt in karate mop the floor with the violent criminal in a karate tournament or even a fair one on one fight? Yes and probably.
But who is like to bash your head in with a bottle in a bar while you are minding your own business? Its not the karate black belt.
Emotionally stable with skills in fighting aren't a risk for unprovoked assault. Violent criminals with neuro-disorders are. I get people like to romanticise martial arts sometimes, but it's not people going to dojos that you generally need to worry about.
Michael Jai white, each time you speak... I gain more respect for you. Honorable man
I respect this dude even more for being better than he needed to be.
Man needs to be cast in more visible roles.
Better? He is praising himself throughout the whole interview while bashing others them not being fighters while mjw and zito are lol. He is playing a role here, the humble strong lion, who could beat up everyone, but he would never do that, because he is better than everyone. Could would should hood guy.
You need to support his work
@@HunGerMoviesand you would never say any of that to his face. Keyboard warrior
@@vince11harris Here comes the kindergarten boi calling me keyboard warrior from distance, behind the screen😂 I can easily say this to your face if you want. But if you can organize it, I can thell this to his face too.
@@HunGerMovies ok where do you stay
Michael is humble and a amazing human being!!
Humble? He told the "world" he would beat up Bruce Lee. You call that "humble"?
@@Katzenhase Michael Jai White claimed that he could have and not would have defeated Bruce Lee. Your beloved Seagal isn't humble and is disgusting person, beacuse he is friends with Putin and he has been talking trash about Michael Jai White and Bruce Lee.
@@cezaryswitek6269 He never talked trash about Bruce Lee. Do your research. He said he loves Bruce Lee. He only said that Bruce Lee wasn´t the best fighter ever and that´s the truth. He badmouthed Michael Jai White because White did the same.
The world needs more guys like this.
@1:58 he’s so on point with his impersonation of a director having those conversations 😂😂😂the lookback and everything 😂😂😂
I’m really glad I watched this interview. It’s nice to see him reject the shady Hollywood behavior and let them know he’s a legit professional👍🏻 Kudos MJW
This is so noble and commendable. I love myself some Michael Jai White.
I love myself some Hope Clarke
I could listen to MJW all day.
Spitting wisdom.
Respect for MJW. A true man doesn't have to prove himself.
Have nothing but RESPECT for someone who says/feels like Michael Jai...
He's a very humble man, and you can see the quiet before the storm 🌀🌪 in him. Never waste energy unnecessarily! 👍🏾
what a humble man who is talking shit about others and praising himself and his buddies being fighters lol
saying Chuck Zito beat up Van Damme is a bit of a stretch. The story goes he sucker punched Van Damme while he was sitting in a chair putting his glasses on in a club. Then after his chair went backwards he jumped on top of him until security separated them. It wasn't no even fade. Van Damme on the other hand did want to beat up Steven Seagal tho in a straight up fight at Sylvester Stallone house. Seagal ducked the fade.
Straight up facts💯👍 I think Van Damme even wanted a fair one with Zito and He ain't want it!
Van Damme ducked the green rangers fade though
I mean, he technically still did beat him up…just not face to face. Catching somebody by surprise is part of the art of war lol
Too much testosterone 😂😂
It wasn't a sucker punch they were face to face talking shit to each other and he hit him twice and he was not sitting🤦🏾♂️🤦🏾♂️ who told you that lol. They have at least 5 or 6 witness accounts that say the same thing even Micky Rouke said he beat up Van Damme. After he fell he beat him some more.
Peace to MJW!
What a respectful Martial Artist, actor, & stunt man 👊
Class act all the way
What an awesome dude
Love him in “Why did I get married too”
He was hilarious. Great actor !
Michael Jai White is an underappreciated national treasure.
MJW needs to work more video game. He's such a bad ass fighter, i would mocap his entire move arsenal.
M.J. White is a true martial artist with the noble attitude.
Just a strait up good dude.
Honorable Guy.
MJW is a legit Martial artist. Physically, mentally, morally and spiritually.
If you didn't know who MJW was, you would think after watching this clip that this man won a bunch of boxing/mma/kickboxing belts and tournaments as a professional athlete.
Dude is so humble😂. He is likable though.
🤣🤣🤣 In his head
He had a whole bunch of karate fights
Yeah I'm confused.
@@thomasrobertson6175are any of those documented? I still remember when Vlad brought up Van Damme and MJW said he’s not a real fighter yet he actually has a record. MJW seems cool but sometimes he’s so full of himself
He's trained quite a few MMa fighters for the last 2 decades from what I understand.
Michael Jai White = Class Act!
I have a massive amount of respect for Michael Jai White and in my opinion movies with him are interesting. I enjoy him dominating and outclassing his opponent in a fight. Michael Jai White is one of my favorite actors and martial artists.
I don’t care much for movies in general let alone his but man, I always click on his interviews. CLASS ACT!!!
MJW is just a class act. I really like his humble opinions and his stories I can’t stand bullies, so I understand where he is coming from.
I could listen to his stories all day.
Thank You. Michael Jai White = Great guy - Great Values & Ethics. Vlad, Great videos & interviews. Be Safe out there. Peace & Health to Us All. {Seagal is a bully punk}
Van Damme actually did compete. Not saying he's elite level UFC caliber by any stretch but he is or at the very least was a fighter. Acting pays a lot more and you're less likely to get as fucked up. So why be stupid and become a fighter when you can earn so much more by acting. It's an easy choice.
MJW feels exactly like your comment says. I'm a fan of MJW but I disagree with his comment about JCVD. Both competed in karate tournaments when they were younger. JCVD actually has a kickboxing record professionally & MJW has no professional record.
Bruce Lee & MJW have the same philosophy. Both can fight for real, neither had a pro record, both had good physiques & are accomplished martial artists. So both could sell toughness on the silver screen without having to fight for real. Because like you said, making movies is more profitable & less dangerous than real fighting.
Awesome Convo! The perspective created by Michael J W is that of a TRUE Warrior!!
Hollywood needs to cast Jai in big Blockbuster movies. This guy can act.
He was great as Gambol in "The Dark Knight" (2008)!!
WHY isn't this man more famous. More recognized. More honored. He's an astonishing man, apart entirely from his skills and abilities.
you keep walking your path, Michael. Class act as usual. God bless you.
“You know, tighten shit up” 😂
"Steven is not a fighter." I think that right there does more damage to Seagal's ego than any physical hurt could do, lol.
I'm surprised with all Michael's knowledge of martial arts he would've known Van Damme was actually a fighter. He competed in kickboxing competitions and won 18 by knockout. Now I'm not saying he should've won the fight with his bodyguard, but saying he's not a fighter is inaccurate 🤷🏽♂️
Facts
Karate tournaments not kickboxing matches
Point still stands though 🤷🏽♂️
What's MJW fight record?
There’s a big difference between fighting in kickboxing ring and fighting in the streets with no rules and the hard pavement underneath you 😂😂😂😂
Michael Jai White is an absolute class act of a human being; a role model for modern masculinity.