Acting

Philip Paley

1963-09-15 · Los Angeles, California, USA

Phillip Paley is an American actor best known for his portrayal of Cha-Ka from the original TV series Land of the Lost (1974-1976). He starred in the Roger Corman comedy Beach Balls (1987). Beyond acting, he was the youngest black belt in U.S. history at age nine (1973) and performed on The Tonight Show with his instructor Chuck Norris. Spouse: Marla Mattenson (separated)