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Karate Champ Turned Actor Baptiste Masseline Stars in New Series
5 Nov
Summary
- Baptiste Masseline is a former Paris karate champion.
- He stars as Lane in the new Prime Video series Campus Drivers.
- Masseline is writing a movie about his accident and karate journey.
Baptiste Masseline, a notable figure in French entertainment, is currently captivating audiences as Lane in the new Prime Video series, Campus Drivers. This role marks a significant return to the spotlight for the actor, who hails from Paris, France. Masseline's path to acting was unconventional, beginning after a childhood accident left him in a wheelchair and later on crutches.
He found strength and discipline in karate, eventually becoming a six-time Paris champion. His athletic prowess also extended to rugby and alpine skiing. Masseline's passion for acting emerged as a way to rebuild his life post-accident, evolving into his primary career. He previously starred in the Prime Video series Mixte and has appeared in Lupin and Nudes.
In addition to his acting career, Masseline is developing a feature film detailing his personal journey, including his accident and his dedication to karate. The film, currently in its second draft, has garnered interest from producers. Masseline, born in 2000, is 26 years old and studied drama at Cours Florent.
