Kimo Leopoldo was born on January 4, 1964 in Munich, Germany. He is an actor, known for Thirteen (2013), The Dog Problem (2006) and Bullet (2014).

Fought MMA legend Tank Abbott in UFC 43. Kimo won by submission (triangle choke). Fought, under NHB rules, WWF legend Bam Bam Bigelow in U-Japan Championship on November 96. Kimo won by submission (strikes). Has a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and trains intensively in Muay Thai. His bout against Dan Severn in Pride 1 is considered to be the most disappointing fight in MMA history. Used to be a preacher before his fighting career. Fought former NFL linebacker Bob Sapp in K-1 rules and lost by KO in the 2nd round. Was defeated twice by MMA legend Ken Shamrock. Worked as a bouncer and as a debt collector in Huntington Beach.