Ralph Macchio: Unforgettable Moments at the Convention

AARP on Instagram: "@Ralph_Macchio was a teen icon when he got the part in Francis Ford Coppola’s film, “The Outsiders.” The actor reflects on landing the role of Johnny Cade and his teen magazine days. AARP Members can access the full interview with Macchio at the link in our bio. #ralphmacchio #teenstar #karatekid #karatekidlegends #cobrakai #80s #legacy"

Purely History on Instagram: "This man doesn’t age. Ralph Macchio, born November 4, 1961, in Huntington, New York, is best known for playing Daniel LaRusso in The Karate Kid films. Before his martial arts fame, he gained early attention on television in Eight Is Enough and made a strong impression as Johnny Cade in Francis Ford Coppola’s The Outsiders (1983). His breakout came the following year with The Karate Kid (1984), a role that turned him into an international star. The story of an underd