Star of the iconic "Harold & Kumar" franchise and the rebooted "Star Trek" series, known for breaking Asian-American stereotypes in Hollywood.
John Cho, born Cho Yo-Han, is an American actor renowned for his iconic roles as Harold Lee in the Harold & Kumar films and Hikaru Sulu in the Star Trek rebooted film series. He has made history in Hollywood by becoming the first Asian American actor to headline a mainstream thriller film, Searching, and the first Asian American actor to play a romantic lead in a romantic comedy series, Selfie.
Born in Seoul, South Korea, on June 16, 1972, Cho moved to the United States in 1978 with his family. He was raised in Los Angeles, California, and grew up with one younger brother. His father, a minister in the Church of Christ, was originally from North Korea.
Cho graduated from Herbert Hoover High School in Glendale, California, in 1990, and later attended the University of California, Berkeley, where he graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in English literature in 1996.
Cho's acting career spans over two decades, with notable roles in films and television series. Some of his notable works include:
Cho has received several award nominations for his performances, including:
Cho's success in Hollywood has paved the way for greater representation of Asian Americans in film and television. He has been an advocate for diversity and inclusion, and has used his platform to raise awareness about the importance of representation in the entertainment industry.
As a trailblazer in Hollywood, Cho continues to inspire a new generation of Asian American actors and actresses. His contributions to the entertainment industry have made a lasting impact, and his legacy will continue to be felt for years to come.
Cho is married to actress Kerri Higuchi, and they have two children together. In his free time, he enjoys playing music and is an avid fan of the Los Angeles Lakers.
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