John Isaacs

Biography

Johnny was an electrician and grip, and though he worked on several films, was mainly employed making television commercials from the 1970s through 1990s. Prior to this, he was a professional bodybuilder. He won N.A.B.B.A. Mr. Universe short class in both 1953 and 1958, and was featured on several magazine covers during that era. During the height of his bodybuilding days, he stood 5'6½, but weighed in at 175 lbs. His sister Mareon married successful bodybuilder-turned-actor Reg Park.

Known For

Pumping Iron

Acting

1977

Pumping Iron

as

Self

1979

The Paradise Trail

as

1981

Body and Soul

as

Reporter #4

Production

Crew

Directing