Derek Lea

Background:

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Having a strong sporting background, including, boxing, judo, and motocross, all contributed to Derek's decision to pursue a career as a stuntman.

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One of the requirements to gain membership to the British Stunt Register was a full equity card. Back then it was extremely difficult to acquire one, it was know as catch 22, you couldn't work without a card but couldn't get a card without the work, So after a successful audition, Derek attended Redroofs Theatre School from 1984 -1987, after which he secured an agent and embarked on an acting career, whilst still training to acquire the remaining skills and qualifications needed to get on the stunt register.

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Derek joined the British Stunt Register in 1992 and soon became well known for being able to play the part and perform the stunt.

 

​Specialising in all areas of stunt performance and coordination, including fights, falls and fire, Derek is particularly renowned for  vehicle stunt sequences, pipe ramps, cannons, high‑speed pursuits, camera tracking and precision driving. His work in this field has earned him an unbroken Guinness World Record (held since 2004) and a prestigious "Taurus World Stunt Award" for outstanding work in a motor vehicle.

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Over the past 34 years Derek has gained respect from actors, directors, producers, and performers alike, and because of the above, absolutely understands the needs of artists involved in action sequences.

 

Derek continues to bring his extensive expertise, calm leadership, and safety‑first mindset to productions of every scale.

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