Robert Alonzo

Biography

Robert Alonzo is a Filipino-American stunt coordinator, fight choreographer, and second-unit director. Born in Manila, Philippines, and raised in the United States, Alonzo developed an early passion for martial arts and filmmaking, leading to a dynamic and multifaceted career. He trained under Grandmaster Jun Chong and holds black belts in Tae Kwon Do and Hapkido. Academically, he earned a degree in Studio Arts and Communication Studies from Loyola Marymount University, with additional minors in Animation and Business Marketing. Over nearly three decades, Alonzo has built a résumé of more than 200 credits across film, television, commercials, and music videos. His expertise has made him a trusted collaborator for stars such as Tom Cruise, Dwayne Johnson, Mark Wahlberg, Jeremy Renner, and Jake Gyllenhaal. His second-unit directing credits include major studio productions like Oblivion, Tomorrowland, Deadpool, Bright, Alpha, and The Batman.

Known For

Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines

as Jose Barrera

Ultraviolet

as Long-Haired Hemophage 1

NCIS: Los Angeles

as Joey Gale

Angel

as Carlos

The Reaping

as Hazmat Worker

The Shield

as Gang Member #7

State of Affairs

as Filipino Marine

V.I.P.

as Courier

Demon Hunter

as Guard #2

Confessions of an Action Star

as Kumite Fighter (uncredited)