Overview
Joseph Hyungmin Son is a former actor, mixed martial artist, and convicted felon born on November 22, 1970 in Gwangju, Korea. He is most notably known for his role as Random Task in the 1997 film “Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery.”
Career Highlights
Son pursued multiple entertainment and sports ventures:
- Appeared in several films including “Bad Blood” (1994) and “Shootfighter: Fight to the Death” (1993)
- Competed in Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) and K-1 Kickboxing
- Created his own martial art style called “Joe Son Do”
- Worked briefly as a professional wrestler in Japan
Personal Life
Standing at 5’4″ (1.63m), Son moved to the United States at an early age. His career in entertainment and sports was cut short due to legal troubles.
Legal Issues
Son’s life took a dark turn when he was arrested in 2008. A DNA sample provided during a vandalism case linked him to a 1990 Christmas Eve assault. While initial charges were affected by statute limitations, he was ultimately:
- Convicted of torture and sentenced to 7 years to life in prison
- Later convicted of voluntary manslaughter for the death of his cellmate
- Currently serving a 34-year to life sentence
Conclusion
Joe Son’s story represents a dramatic fall from Hollywood actor and martial artist to convicted felon. His brief entertainment career has been overshadowed by his serious criminal convictions and subsequent imprisonment.
