Marrese Crump was born on January 4, 1982 in Lakeland, Florida. He grew up an athlete, participating in the sports of basketball, football, track and field, and martial arts. He began his training at the age of 7 when his brother introduced him to Master Kim-Jae. Marrese studied Muay Thai, Capoeira, Western boxing, Tae Kwon Do, and Filipino martial arts. Marrese is the only American descendant of "Ong Bak" creator Master Panna Rittikrai. For years, Crump traveled from America to Bangkok, Thailand to study as a direct student of the late Master Panna. Marrese now lives in Florida while continuing to build his acting career and expand his brand.