A
career in the fighting arts wasn’t what people expected of Bridgett
Riley, a former cheerleader who was working as a flight attendant
when she made the transition to professional kickboxing. Her
nickname, “Baby Doll,” was bestowed on her in her teens by a
karate instructor who was amazed by the small-statured young woman’s
fighting ability. Nowadays, people are less surprised, given
Bridgett’s thorough domination of the pro kickboxing scene and five
world championship reigns. What’s more, Riley bridged
the gap between martial arts and boxing – becoming a top rated
pugilist and securing a 15-3 record with one IFBA World Championship
reign. All the while, Riley successfully balanced her fighting
careers with one in show business: though still mainly known for her
stuntwork in major blockbusters, she’s also notable for a handful
of fighting parts in DTV films and television.
Styles
& Accomplishments
Kickboxing
– ISKA, WKBA, WKA,
UKF & IKBF World
Champion; record: 26-2
Karate
– 1st
Dan
Muay
Thai
Films
to See
Triple Impact (1992)
– lead role
Bare Knuckles
(2013) – supporting role
WMAC Masters
(1995-1996) – recurring role
Trivia:
In her first professional kickboxing match, Riley defeated
U.S.
national champion Denise Taylor in a major upset. Taylor grabbed a microphone and demanded a rematch, calling
her loss a fluke.
A month later, Riley defeated Taylor again
via
technical knockout – breaking her nose in the process.
Videos
Vs.
Olivia Gerula
Highlights
(Boxing, Kickboxing, Film, Etc.)
B-Movie Dragons 