Personal details
- Birth Date: 1990-10-21
- Height: 5′ 10½″ (1.79 m)
- Birth Location: Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
- Professions: Stunts, Actor
Mathew Yanagiya, born October 21, 1990, out in Vancouver—yeah, that rainy, mountain-hugged city most people dream of visiting but never do. Growing up on the West Coast, he probably soaked up a mix of chill Canadian vibes and that electric city energy, which, honestly, might explain how he slid so easily into the whole acting gig. People know him best from big-deal films like Star Trek Beyond (2016), Atlas (2024), and, of course, Godzilla (2014). Not exactly small potatoes—those are the kind of blockbusters that keep your name popping up in sci-fi forums and nerd debates. If you’ve ever caught him on screen, you get it. There’s this grounded, no-nonsense vibe he brings to his roles, like he’s not just another face in the ensemble. Whether he’s dodging alien tech or giant radioactive lizards, he looks like he means business—no phoning it in. Some actors just have that thing, you know? He’s not exactly one of those tabloid darlings or red carpet showboats. Instead, Yanagiya flies under the radar, letting his work do the talking. Kinda refreshing, honestly. And the guy’s not just stuck in one genre, either. Sure, he’s got the action and sci-fi cred, but there’s this versatility there—like, he could probably ace a rom-com or a gritty drama if someone gave him the shot. It’s clear he’s not done making his mark yet. Keep an eye on him; he’s the type who might just surprise you.
Back in 2006, the Canadian National Cadet Wrestling scene had a real standout at 58kgs. This wasn’t just some random athlete either—this champ took the entire division by storm and walked away with the gold. If you know anything about wrestling, you know how cutthroat that weight class can get. Everyone's scrappy, everyone’s hungry, and it’s just nonstop action from start to finish. The grind to the top is brutal—endless training, making weight, and then the actual matches, which are basically a test of heart as much as muscle. This champ had to outwork and outsmart a bunch of other top-tier kids from all over Canada, which is no joke. You don’t just luck into that title. It’s sweat, grit, probably a few bruises, and a whole lot of drive. That 58kgs win? Honestly, it’s a badge of honor in Canadian wrestling circles.
October 21, 1990
5′ 10½″ (1.79 m)
Konidela Ram Charan
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
34 years old