history | January 07, 2026

Tony Jaa Movies: Bio, Age, Height, Wife, Children, The Protector, Ong Bak, Monster and Martial Arts

Tony Jaa Biography

Tony Jaa is a renowned Thai Martial Artist, Actor, Action Choreographer, Stuntman, Director and a former Buddhist Monk, who was born and brought-up in Surin, Thailand. He is widely known for his roles in the Thai martial arts films which include ‘Ong-Bak: Muay Thai Warrior’ as Ting, earning him a Star Entertainment Award and two nominations of Suphannahong National Film Awards and Online Film Critics Society Awards.

Tony is also known for his roles in ‘Ong Bak 2’ and ‘Ong Bak 2’ as Tien, and as (Action choreographer, director and stunt coordinator), which earned him two awards, Top Awards and Nine Entertain Awards, and four nominations including Chalermthai Awards, Suphannahong National Film Awards, Top Awards and Deauville Asian Film Festival.

Tony Jaa Age

Jaa is 45 years old as of 2021, he was born on 5 February 1976 in Surin, Thailand. He celebrates his birthday on 5th February every year and his birth sign is Aquarius.

Tony Jaa Height

Tony stands at a height of 5 feet 8 inches (1.72 meters).

Tony Jaa Weight

Jaa Weighs 134 lbs (61 kg).

Tony Jaa Family, Parents and Siblings

Tony was born to Rin Saipetch and Thongdee Yeerum in Surin, Thailand. He spent his childhood with his three siblings, one brother named Taweesak Yeerum and two sisters named Waew Yeerum and Hatthaya Yeerum. He is known as of Kuy descent, a Mon–Khmer ethnic group that inhabits Thailand, Cambodia and Laos.

Tony Jaa Wife

Jaa is happily married to his longtime girlfriend Piyarat Chotiwattananont. The couple tied the knot on 3 May 2012, after registering their marriage on 29 December 2011. They are blessed with two daughters named Hathaipawee Yeerum and Narinrat Yeerum.

Tony Jaa Net Worth

Tony has an estimated net worth of $10 million dollars as of 2021. This includes his assets, money and income. His primary source of income is his career as an Artist, Actor, Action Choreographer, Stuntman, Director and a former Buddhist Monk. Through his various sources of income, he has been able to accumulate a good fortune but prefers to lead a modest lifestyle.

Tony Jaa Measurements and Facts

Here are some interesting facts and body measurements you should know about him;

Tony Jaa Wiki

  • Full Names: Tatchakorn Yeerum
  • Popular As: Tony Jaa
  • Gender: Male
  • Occupation / Profession: Martial Artist, Actor, Action Choreographer, Stuntman, Director and a former Buddhist Monk
  • Nationality: Thai
  • Race / Ethnicity: Asian (Kuy descent)
  • Religion: Buddhist
  • Sexual Orientation: Straight

Tony Jaa Birthday

  • Age / How Old?: 45 years (2021)
  • Zodiac Sign: Aquarius
  • Date of Birth: 5 February 1976
  • Place of Birth: Surin, Thailand
  • Birthday: 5th February

Tony Jaa Body Measurements

  • Body Measurements: Not Available
  • Height / How Tall?: 5 feet 8 inches (1.72 meters)
  • Weight: 134 lbs (61 kg)
  • Eye Color: Dark brown
  • Hair Color: Black
  • Chest Size: 36 inches
  • Waist Size: 31 inches
  • Bicep Size: 14 inches
  • Shoe Size: Not Available

Tony Jaa Family and Relationship

  • Father (Dad): Thongdee Yeerum
  • Mother: Rin Saipetch
  • Siblings (Brothers and Sisters): Taweesak Yeerum, Waew Yeerum and Hatthaya Yeerum
  • Marital Status: Married
  • Wife/Spouse: Married to Piyarat Chotiwattananont
  • Children: Daughter(s) (Hathaipawee Yeerum and Narinrat Yeerum)

Tony Jaa Net Worth and Salary

  • Net Worth: $10 Million
  • Salary: Under Review
  • Source of Income: Martial Artist, Actor, Action Choreographer, Stuntman, Director and a former Buddhist Monk

Tony Jaa Triple Threat

Triple Threat is a 2019 martial arts film directed by Jesse V. Johnson and starring Tony Jaa, Iko Uwais and Tiger Chen, as well as Scott Adkins, Michael Jai White, Michael Bisping, Celina Jade, and Jeeja Yanin. The film was released to mixed to positive reviews, with critics praising the fight choreography as well as the cast performances, even if there was criticism on the lack of plot and character development. Tony Jaa is cast in this film as Paya.

Tony Jaa Fighting Style

Tony has involved in series and films of fighting with another actor while his own trousers were on fire. He also embraced the art of Thai two-sword fighting (daab song mue), with a script by Prapas Chonsalanont.

Tony Jaa Upcoming Movies| Latest Movie

Triple Threat is a 2019 martial arts film directed by Jesse V. Johnson and starring Tony Jaa, Iko Uwais, and Tiger Chen, as well as Scott Adkins, Michael Jai White, Michael Bisping, Celina Jade, and Jeeja Yanin.

The film was released to mixed to positive reviews, with critics praising the fight choreography as well as the cast performances, but there was criticism on the lack of plot and character development.

Monster Hunter is an upcoming fantasy action thriller film directed and written by Paul W. S. Anderson. It is loosely based on the video game series the of same name, produced by Capcom. The film is being produced by Impact Pictures and Constantin Film. The film stars Milla Jovovich, Tony Jaa, T.I., Ron Perlman, Meagan Good and Diego Boneta. It is scheduled to be released on September 4, 2020, by Screen Gems.

A Man Will Rise is an uncompleted comedy western film directed by Tony Jaa and Vitidnan Rojanapanich, and starring Jaa, Dolph Lundgren, Conan Stevens, and Byron Gibson. Set in 1950s Thailand, the film follows a local gangster who terrorizes a town. When a young man opposes him, the gangster hires a group of foreign hit men to kill the rebel and silence the town.

Tony Jaa Movies

  • 1994 – Spirited Killer
  • 1996 – Hard Gun
  • 1996 – Mission Hunter 2 (Battle Warrior)
  • 1997 – Mortal Kombat: Annihilation
  • 2001 – Nuk leng klong yao
  • 2003 – Ong-Bak: Muay Thai Warrior as Ting
  • 2004 – The Bodyguard as Himself
  • 2005 – Tom-Yum-Goong as Kham
  • 2007 – The Bodyguard 2 as Himself
  • 2008 – Ong Bak 2 as Tien and (Action choreographer, director and stunt coordinator)
  • 2010 – Ong Bak 3 as Tien and (Action choreographer, director and stunt coordinator)
  • 2013 – Tom Yum Goong 2 as Kham
  • 2014 – Skin Trade as Tony Vitayakul
  • 2015 – Furious 7 as Kiet
  • 2015 – SPL II: A Time For Consequences as Chai
  • 2016 – Never Back Down: No Surrender as Himself
  • 2017 – XXX: Return of Xander Cage as Talon
  • 2017 – Paradox as Tak
  • 2017 – Gong Shou Dao as Master Jaa
  • 2018 – Master Z: The Ip Man Legacy as Sadi the Warrior
  • 2019 – Triple Threat as Payu
  • 2020 – Jiu Jitsu as Keung
  • 2020  – Monster Hunter as The Hunter
  • 2021 – Detective Chinatown 3 as Jack Jaa
  • TBA – A Man Will Rise

Frequently Asked Questions about Tony Jaa

Who is Tony Jaa?

Tony Jaa is a renowned Thai Martial Artist, Actor, Action Choreographer, Stuntman, Director and a former Buddhist Monk. He is widely known for his roles in the Thai martial arts films which include ‘Ong-Bak: Muay Thai Warrior’ as Ting, earning him a Star Entertainment Award and two nominations of Suphannahong National Film Awards and Online Film Critics Society Awards.

How old is Tony Jaa?

Jaa is 45 years old as of 2021, he was born on 5 February 1976 in Surin, Thailand. His birth sign is Aquarius.

How tall is Tony Jaa?

Tony stands at a height of 5 feet 8 inches (1.72 meters).

Is Tony Jaa married?

Yes, he is married to his longtime girlfriend Piyarat Chotiwattananont. The couple tied the knot on 3 May 2012, after registering their marriage on 29 December 2011. They are blessed with two daughters named Hathaipawee Yeerum and Narinrat Yeerum.

How much is Tony worth?

Tony has an estimated net worth of $10 million dollars as of 2021. This includes his assets, money and income. His primary source of income is his career as an Artist, Actor, Action Choreographer, Stuntman, Director and a former Buddhist Monk.

Where does Jaa live?

Because of security reasons, he has not shared his precise location of residence. We will update this information if we get the location and images of his house.

Is Tony dead or alive?

He is alive and in good health. There have been no reports of him being sick or having any health-related issues.

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