Chad McQueen, Son of Steve McQueen and 'Karate Kid' Star, Dies at 63 from Organ Failure

Sep 12, 2024, 11:44 PM

Chad McQueen, the son of legendary actor Steve McQueen and best known for his role as Dutch in 'The Karate Kid' film series, has died at the age of 63. McQueen passed away on Wednesday at his ranch in Palm Desert, CA due to organ failure, which his attorney confirmed was related to an injury he sustained in 2020. McQueen's acting career included roles in both 'The Karate Kid' (1984) and 'The Karate Kid Part II' (1986), where he portrayed the character Dutch, a member of the Cobra Kai dojo. In addition to his acting career, McQueen was also involved in auto racing, following in his father's footsteps.