The transcript below is from the video “Cynthia Rothrock’s Lifestyle ★ 2021” by Amolipi.
Amolipi:
Cynthia Ann Christine Rothrock is an American martial arts expert and athlete, who went on to become a film actress, starring in a number of highly successful B action movies. She was born on March 8, 1957 in Wilmington, Delaware, United State. Rothrock first made a name as an action actress in Hong Kong before going on to wow audiences in her home turf. At the time of her popularity, she was well-known as the “Queen of Martial Arts films”. Rothrock was born to Edward and Ann Markowski. She grew up in Scranton, Pennsylvania, and at the age of 13 she started taking martial arts lessons.
Amolipi:
In 1976, at the age of 19, Cynthia married her kungfu instructor Ernest Rothrock. They have since divorced. She has one daughter, Skylar Sophia Rothrock, who works as a martial arts teacher and co-owns a martial arts studio in Studio City, California. Cynthia Rothrock is the five-time World Champion in martial arts Forms and Weapons (1981-1985). With over 100 competitions, she holds the undefeated worldwide record in martial arts Forms competition. In weapons competition, Cynthia is the first and only woman to win number one in North America against the men-at that time, women had to compete with the men.
Amolipi:
She holds seven black belts and sashes in multiple Far Eastern martial disciplines, including Tang Soo Do, Taekwondo (Korean), Eagle Claw (Chinese), Wushu, Northern Shaolin, Ng Ying Kungfu and Pai Lum White Dragon Kung Fu. She received her 8th degree black belt in Tang Soo Do Moo Duk Kwan in 2018. Upon completing her goal of being undefeated in competition, she began her martial arts acting career starring in movies produced and filmed in Hong Kong. Her first movie, “Yes, Madam” alongside Michelle Yeoh, broke box office records making her a massive star in Hong Kong.
Amolipi:
After three years of living in Hong Kong, finishing seven films, she returned to the United States to continue her acting career. Today she has starred in over 60 movies. Cynthia has been a role model for women in martial arts and film. In 1983, she became the first woman to grace the cover of Karate Illustrated. Cynthia is a proud inductee into the prestigious Black Belt Hall of Fame, along with Bruce Lee and Chuck Norris. In 2016, she was the first martial artist, male or female, to be inducted into the prestigious International Sports Hall of Fame by Arnold Schwarzenegger and Dr. Robert Goldman.
Amolipi:
Let’s take a look at her 5 most favorite movies.
Amolipi:
Rothrock has amassed a net worth of $1.6 million as of 2021. She accumulated the income through her glorious career as an athlete and actress. In between filming “Yes, Madam!”(1985) and “The Millionaires’ Express” (1986), Rothrock ripped the anterior cruciate ligament in her right knee. Turning down the option of reconstructive surgery because of her tight filming schedule, she amazed doctors by continuing to work without adverse effects.
Amolipi:
While the injury would normally have caused recurring dislocation of the kneecap, a study on her leg revealed that Rothrock’s quadriceps and hamstrings were so strong that they held her kneecap in place even without the aid of the ligament. As of now, Rothrock still had not undergone reconstructive surgery. Rothrock’s favorite male co-star is Biao Yuen for their similarity in style and timing. She was the inspiration behind the character “Sonya Blade”, who featured in the game Mortal Kombat.
