The World Karate Federation (WKF) awarded black belts to actors Jackie Chan and Ralph Macchio, the organization's website announced.
The event was held in New York and was part of the promotion of the seventh film in the Karate Kid series - The Karate Kid: Legends.
The actors received their belts from the hands of WKF Secretary General Toshihisa Nagura.
„Karate occupies a privileged position in popular culture and communities around the world. It is a discipline and a global brand known to people everywhere. Few have managed to convey the fantastic values of karate better than the franchise. By co-promoting the WKF and the film, we aim to celebrate these values and share them with a new audience,” said Antonio Espinosa, president of the organization.