The aftermath of the high school fight found Johnny and Daniel as reluctant allies. Their rivalry had higher stakes then before, and things escalated during a school fight that involved Daniel's daughter, Johnny's star student, and estranged son. When his high school rival, Johnny Lawrence, resurfaced and opened Cobra Kai Dojo, Daniel was inspired to teach Miyagi-Do Karate to a new generation of students, to combat the aggressive tactics of his nemesis. Daniel also retired from karate and used martial arts as a gimmick to promote his business. The LaRussos opened an auto-dealership called LaRusso Auto Group. Years after his initial training, Daniel married Amanda Steiner and they had two children, Samantha and Anthony.

Daniel used this training to protect himself and others, winning two consecutive karate championships and beating highly aggressive opponents that challenged him. He is portrayed by Ralph Macchio.ĭaniel was a bullied high school student whose life changed when he was mentored by a wise karate sensei, who taught him both valuable life lessons and self-defense. when the fight comes to you, you have to be ready to fight back.' ―Daniel LaRusso to Robby Keene ĭaniel LaRusso is the protagonist of The Karate Kid franchise. let go of your anger and show forgiveness, but. Ralph Macchio ' I know I said you have to.

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