Danny Padilla is an American professional best known for playing Self in the film Pumping Iron.
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Best Known For:The film Pumping Iron
Breakthrough:Won the IFBB Mr. America and IFBB Mr. Universe titles in the same year in 1977
10 Quick Facts About Danny Padilla
- Full Name: Danny Padilla
- Nationality: American
- Known For: the film Pumping Iron
- Current Role: Retired Bodybuilder
- Age: 75 years old
- Date of Birth: April 3, 1951
- Place of Birth: Rochester, NY
- Popular As: The Giant Killer
- Net Worth: $375K – $3.8M
- Salary: $45K – $188K

Danny Padilla Age
Danny Padilla is about 75 years old as of 2026. Danny Padilla was born in 1951.
Danny Padilla Height
Danny Padilla stands at a height of 5 feet 2 inches. This is approximately 157 cm.
Danny Padilla Weight
Danny Padilla weighs around 82 kilograms. This is approximately 181 lbs.
Rise to Fame
Danny Padilla rose to prominence for his role in the film Pumping Iron.
Notable Works
Notable works include Pumping Iron.
Film
- Film: Pumping Iron (Self, 1977)
Lesser Known Facts
- Earned the nickname 'The Giant Killer' due to his ability to defeat much taller competitors.
Personal Information
- Full Name: Danny Padilla
- Popular As: The Giant Killer
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: American
- Living Status: Alive
- Ethnicity: White
Birth & Background
- Date of Birth: April 3, 1951
- Age: 75
- Birthday: April 3
- Zodiac Sign: Aries
- Place of Birth: Rochester, NY
Measurements
- Height: 5 ft 2 in
- Eye Color: Brown
- Hair Color: Brown
Net Worth & Income
- Salary: $45K – $188K (Est)
- Net Worth: $375K – $3.8M (Est)
- Source of Income: Professional work and related ventures









