Chad McQueen Death: Karate Kid Star Dies at 63
The son of acting legend Steve McQueen passed away on September 28, 2022.
Chad McQueen, known for his role in The Karate Kid, died at the age of 63. The news was confirmed by his sister, Molly McQueen-Tatum. The cause of death has not been released.
Chad McQueen was born in Los Angeles, California, on December 28, 1958, to Steve McQueen and Neile Adams. He began his acting career as a child, appearing in such films as The Reivers (1969) and Junior Bonner (1972). In 1984, he landed his breakout role as Dutch in The Karate Kid. The film was a huge success, and McQueen became a teen idol.
McQueen continued to act throughout the 1980s and 1990s, appearing in such films as The Blob (1988), Rocket Gibraltar (1988), and Side Out (1990). He also starred in the television series The Fall Guy (1981-1986) and The Young Riders (1989-1992).
In recent years, McQueen had largely retired from acting. He made a few guest appearances on television shows, and he also worked as a producer. He was also a passionate race car driver, and he competed in several races over the years.
McQueen's death is a huge loss to the world of film and television. He was a talented actor who brought joy to millions of people. He will be deeply missed.
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