Nicholas Yunge-Bateman was born in Burlington, Ontario, Canada. He started karate at age 4 in hopes to become a Ninja Turtle. Since then Nick has won 4 martial arts world titles. Nick graduated from Capilano University in Vancouver BC at age 20 and opened his own karate school for 3 years. He then decided to close it to pursue his passion for acting. He landed his first major role starring alongside Rutger Hauer and Gregory Smith in 'Hobo With a Shotgun'. Nick is also known for his international model work with Abercrombie & Fitch, Dsquared, Fila, Jockey, Calvin Klein etc.