Pat Morita
Actor in 'The Karate Kid' series
Born
June 28th, 1932
93 years ago
Died
November 24th, 2005
19 years ago — 73 years old
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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An American actor, sometimes credited as Arnold Okin, gained recognition for a prominent film career beginning in the 1970s. Most recognized for the role of Mr. Miyagi in 'The Karate Kid' series, the performance earned an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor. Contributions to television included a memorable role in the series 'Happy Days' as Arnold, the owner of the diner. Early career began as a stand-up comedian and continued to flourish in various films and television shows.
Portrayed Mr. Miyagi in 'The Karate Kid'
Appeared in 'Happy Days' as Arnold
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