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Date of Birth

17 November 1967, Bellevue, Washington, USA

Birth Name

David Jason Silver

Nickname

Silver Kid

Height

5' 7" (1.70 m)

Mini Biography

David Jason Silver, AKA: David J. Silver, was born November 17, 1967, in Bellevue, Washington to a school teacher and attorney. In the early 1970s, the family moved to Paradise Valley, Arizona. The area was considered the Beverly Hills of Phoenix. He attended his entire schooling in Arizona. At age 12, David went off to work on Stuart Island, just off the coast of Campbell River, British Columbia. During one evening, the crew came into bad weather and was almost capsized in the whirlpools. This experience taught the young Silver Kid that life can be taken very easily. Presently, billionaire Dennis Washington owns part of the island, with a golf course and private landing strip as of 2007.

Following college, David enlisted with the United States Navy as a deck seaman, something he wanted to experience first hand.

During his early years, he was a trouble maker, always finding ways to gain attention through his amateur stunts, which started in snow skiing 90 miles per hour down the slopes. He has been involved with many sports which included football, baseball, judo, tennis, water skiing, scuba diving, motorcyclist, archery, firearms, hiking and billiards.

During his high school years, he started to compete in amateur wrestling, eventually becoming a 2X Runner Up State Champion in Freestyle. He was coached at camp by legendary 2X Olympic Gold Medalist John Smith and Olympic Gold Medalist Kenny Monday from Oklahoma State University. He also attended Iowa J. Robinson Intensified Wrestling Camp. During the 2007 Dave Schultz Invitational, at the Olympic Training Center, David competed against the Country of China in a dual. During the match, he suffered a shattered finger in 5 places and was defeated by points. Later in the tournament, Canada pinned Brazil and China pinned Canada.

Has personally met and talked with President 'George W Bush', Boxing Legend Muhammad Ali, Senator Dennis DeConcini, Senator John McCain, and Basketball Miracle Man Michael Jordan.

Countries Silver Kid has visited include Italy, France, Israel, Egypt, New Zealand, Fiji Islands, Corfu Greece, Spain, Portugal, Bermuda, Mexico, Canada, Sicily, Carribbean and Gibraltar United Kingdom.

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Trade Mark

Perfectionist in everything he does.

Wears black and silk shirts.

Trivia

Served in the US Navy as a Deck Seaman. During his time in the service, he PNA the Quartermaster Exam and was monitored in boot camp by Navy Seals, while completing his second class swim qualifications, pursuant to US Navy regulations. Served on combat war ship USS Simpson (FFG-56), Fast Frigate Guidance out of Norfolk, Virgina. The vessel that Seaman Silver was attached to is considered by military historians to be the second frigate in over 200 years of Naval History to engage the enemy, the first being the USS Constitution. His command was assigned to enforce the famous Dayton Peace Accord, signed in November of 1995 by numerous Balkan Country leaders and United States President Bill Clinton. During the tour, the crew sailed through the dangerous waters of the Atlantic Ocean, Adriatic and Mediterranean Sea, just off the coast of (former Yugoslavia) and Italy, in conjunction with United Nation sanctions. Seaman Silver was awarded numerous campaign medals and citations for his tour of duty in Bosnia and (Former Yugoslavia), in support of the Dayton Peace Accord.

Second cousin of Lew Soloff, an original band member of 1970 Grammy award winning group Blood, Sweat and Tears.

Nephew to actress Nancy Fish and her daughter American actress Natasha Silver, who is his first cousin.

Graduated from Arizona State University in 1992.

He has a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Communication with minor in Theatrical Arts, emphasis on movie production. Maintained a 3.9 GPA in all theatre and acting classes, while attending college.

Former high school wrestler and team Captain.

In 1992, he directed and produced a film during his senior year in college. David had a cameo role during the filming of "Boy Meets Girl", where he played a park patron. He had a few words of dialogue.

Rides a Buell motorcycle and has reached 100 miles per hour.

Is a volunteer auxiliary ski paramedic with the National Ski Patrol, a global operation with main goals to assist injured skiers. The training and exam cloned the BASIC EMT (Emergency Medical Technician) qualifications.

One daughter Ashley Elizabeth, born November 30, 1989. She is of Caucasion, Spanish and Mexican ethnicity. Coming into her senior year at Xavier College Prepatory High School. Presently, Ivy League Yale University is very interested in her for college.

The first of 5 children.

Favorite actor is Jack Nicholson for his performance in _Shining, The (1980)_ .

Silver Kid favorite sports car is the Ferrari. He has driven an 308, Mondial Quattrovalvole, F40, Testarosa, 512 Boxer and 356. Would like his first one to be a Ferrari GG50. The F40 was most interesting with the black starter button.

Was Bar Mitzvahed at Temple Solel in Paradise Valley, Arizona. Reception was at the at Arizona Biltmore Hotel in the Grand ballroom, seating 300 people.

On February 2, 1986 he received his Certificate of Admission to Arizona State University with curriculum Pre General Business Admin. He changed it to Organization Communication his sophomore year.

During 1982, his school peers predicted in the future he will become middle linebacker for the Dallas Cowboys. He was voted best dressed his 8th grade year.

During 1979-1980, he was Cherokee Elementary Boxing Champ beating Joseph Reid for the Championship.

Was a delivery driver for Pizza Hut in high school. Enjoyed making his special triple decker pizza.

Has three parrots of which two of them are African Greys and one a Green Cheek Conure. They are in age from 5 to 6 years old. Buddy the oldest, followed by Guy Guy and Girl.

Auditioned for the television show "Deal or No Deal" (2005). While waiting 22 hours in line and pumping out approximately 800 push up and did not eat or drink anything. One last thing, he did not even sit down but pace back and forth.

An expert Snow Skier that can navigate any black or double black diamond run, including cliffs. Skied New Zealand Porter Heights in 1985.

Wrestled Canadian 1988 Olympian and 1989 World Silver Medalists Gary Bohay in 1991.

Favorite directors are Steven Spielberg and Martin Scorsese.

Won his first Brazilian Jujitsu martial arts match at age 39, during the Desert Quest Championship in Mesa, Arizona. The score was 2-1 after 4 minutes of competition.

David was a 3 year high school letterman in Wrestling. He was also on the Junior Varsity Football Team, playing tailback his sophomore year. As a teen, he was on numerous Pop Warner football teams, playing nose guard as his preferred position.

Has had dyslexia his entire life.

Parents divorced when he was 22.

Father is an attorney and his mother a school teacher.

Applied to Harvard and Yale Law School, turned down by both in 2003.

An avid collector of football memorabilia.

Formerly worked as a detailer cleaning vehicles, boats, motor-homes, buses and motorcycles. One of his most accomplished jobs was when he and and his crew detailed 145 Prevost buses in 5 days for the largest bus conversion company in the world.

His cumulative undergraduate GPA at Arizona State University was 2.55.

Has a photographic memory.

Sting, Phil Collins and David Lee Roth, are some of his most favorite entertainers. Really enjoys most of the 80's groups.

Born to Stephen Edward Silver and Janet Lois Gordon.

Amateur photographer who owns numerous US Copyrights. Started taking images when he was 12 years old, capturing Orca Killer Whales and Bald Eagles in British Columbia, Canada.

As of June 2007, David lives in Queen Creek, Arizona an booming area of development.

Drove and detailed Richard Petty #43 Race Car, while at a classic car auction in Scottsdale, Arizona.

While in the 7th Grade, he attempted to learn the guitar but he could not endure the pain on his fingers. Following, he played the drums for a while but his music teacher told him he would have to play on the pad and Silver was not happy, so he stopped playing altogether.

From the same state as Wonder Woman actress Lynda Carter.

Was picked #16 to audition for _"Survivor"(2000)_.

Born in Washington State but moved to Arizona at age 4.

Siblings: Tiffany, Hanna, Daniele, Jason.

Is an admirer of Clark Gable.

In 1990, he did college assignments on numerous films. He wrote his analysis on Goodfellas (1990), Henry & June (1990) and Mr. Destiny (1990).

During his high school days, he used the Vision Quest (1985) song to warm up for wrestling matches.

Made it to the second round of the new 2008 Television Fox Series Sodom. Was unable to attend because he could not afford the trip.

Auditioned for "Tontine", an new reality television show, where 15 contestants battle mental and physical challenges over 100 days, on all 7 continents of the world, for an opportunity to walk away with $10 million dollars.

Personal Quotes

Live life like it is the last day on earth for you.

Give 100% of yourself at all you do

It is not what you did today but what your going to do tomorrow.

In order to make it in life, you must start climbing the mountain from the bottom and work your way up to the top, no matter how long it takes you.

Think long and hard before you react to anything, as it could effect not only yourself but millions of people.

Move forward as quick as you can, you never know when the deck will fall.

Never take no for any answer, ask a question with a question.

"Life is about saying you helped to further human life".

Always weigh your options when numerous situations are presented to you, the least most attractive one could end up being your best choice.

It is more about how something is done than the speed of it. In my life, time always seemed to be a factor in a task, we just need to figure out our main objective when we take on a project that is grand in scope.

Never react on in front of people you do not know, it could cause lots of mixed emotions that ultimately would lead to your failure.

In the movie business they never tell you that a shoot is 30 hours long, actually it is 14 but if you do not sleep that night which is the case most of the time, a 14 hour shoot turns into a 30 hour shoot.

Arriving early and being fully prepared is half the battle of life, just remember you should have numerous back up plans to anything you do.. If the shit is going to hit the fan, you will have confidence within yourself that the back up plans work at 1%, that is all it takes.... 1 second and 1 move... Sometimes their is no way around it, just ride the wave and hopefully your prior experiences and incite will guide you to success.

As one moves through life, obstacles are placed in front of him daily to test his stamina, endurance and shear drive to succeed.

Failure is just the beginning of growth.

Arrogance is a very controversial subject that places everyone in line, either as a failure or success, it all really depends on your role in life but just plan accordingly.

Where Are They Now

(June 2007) Currently living in the State of Arizona.

(July 1996) Lived in Palm Beach Garden, Florida.

(February 1995) Resided on board ship in Virginia, Naval Station Norfolk.

(June 2007) Resides in Santan, Arizona

(December 1994) Attended boot camp at Great Lakes, Chicago Illinois

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