John Cho
American Actor, starred in 'Star Trek'
Born
June 16th, 1972
52 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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An American actor gained prominence through various roles in film and television. Achieved recognition for portraying Hikaru Sulu in the rebooted 'Star Trek' film series. Other notable performances include the leading role in the film 'Searching', which received critical acclaim for its innovative storytelling. Also appeared in the television series 'Harold & Kumar', showcasing comedic talents alongside Keegan-Michael Key. Career spans genres including drama, comedy, and action, contributing to a diverse portfolio of work.
Portrayed Hikaru Sulu in 'Star Trek'
Starred in 'Searching'
Featured in 'Harold & Kumar' series
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