Ashlee Fidow

Ashlee Fidow is a stunt coordinator and performer from Auckland New Zealand Of Samoan Chinese English and German heritage she stands as one of the few Pasifika women in the global stunt industry Growing up in Avondale Fidow was raised by her mother who managed the challenges of rheumatoid arthritis while instilling in her daughter a resilient spirit Influenced by action films and martial arts icons like Jackie Chan and Bruce Lee Fidow began practising martial arts at the age of eight She earned a 2nddegree black belt in Taekwondo by the age of 17 She competed in national and international tournaments securing multiple gold and silver medals Her martial arts journey expanded to include kickboxing Brazilian JiuJitsu and Filipino stick fighting Kali laying a robust foundation for her future in stunt work Fidows entry into the stunt industry occurred in 2009 when a friend encouraged her to audition for a television show seeking new stunt performers This opportunity led to her first onset experience It ignited a passion that has driven her career for over a decade Her extensive filmography includes highprofile projects such as The Hobbit trilogy Mulan Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom Alien Covenant The Meg and Avatar The Way of Water She has also contributed to television series like Spartacus Ash vs Evil Dead and The Shannara Chronicles In addition to her onscreen accomplishments Fidow has served as a stunt coordinator and trainer sharing her expertise in fight choreography and safety protocols Her commitment to excellence and representation has been recognized with nominations for the Screen Actors Guild Awards for Outstanding Performance by a Stunt Ensemble in a Motion Picture for her work on The Hobbit Mulan and The Lord of the Rings The Rings of Power In 2024 she made history as the first stuntwoman to win the Women in Film and Television New Zealand Awards receiving the Queenstown Camera Company Craft Award for her outstanding contributions to the field