Daniel Dae Kim

Daniel Dae Kim, born on August fourth, nineteen sixty-eight, is a prominent American actor celebrated for his diverse roles across television, film, and theater. His career spans various genres, showcasing his versatility as an actor, producer, and director. In two thousand twenty-five, Time magazine recognized him as one of the world's one hundred most influential people, a testament to his impact in the entertainment industry.

On television, Kim is best known for his portrayal of Jin-Soo Kwon in the acclaimed ABC sci-fi action series Lost, which aired from two thousand four to two thousand ten. He further captivated audiences as Chin Ho Kelly in the CBS police procedural Hawaii Five-0 from two thousand ten to two thousand seventeen. His impressive television repertoire also includes recurring roles in popular series such as Angel, Star Trek: Enterprise, ER, and 24.

In film, Kim has made notable appearances in projects like Hellboy, Always Be My Maybe, Raya and the Last Dragon, and Joy Ride. He also played Jack Kang in the Divergent series, featuring in both Insurgent and Allegiant. Beyond acting, he runs the production company 3AD, which produced the hit television series The Good Doctor.

On stage, Kim's talent shines through in his performance in the revival of David Henry Hwang's play Yellow Face, for which he received a Tony Award nomination for Best Actor in a Play in two thousand twenty-four. His stage credits also include a memorable portrayal of The King in a revival of The King and I at Royal Albert Hall in two thousand nine and again at Lincoln Center in two thousand sixteen.