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Martin Kove (/ ˈ k oʊ v /; born () March 6, 1946 (age 78)) is an American actor. He is best known for his role as John Kreese, the main antagonist of The Karate Kid (1984). He reprised the role in The Karate Kid Part II (1986), The Karate Kid Part III (1989), and the television series Cobra Kai (2018–present).
Martin Kove is a versatile actor who has played both good guys and bad guys in films and TV shows. He is best known for his role as John Kreese in The Karate Kid franchise and Cobra Kai series.
- Actor, Producer, Director
- March 6, 1946
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Learn about the life and career of Martin Kove, the actor who played John Kreese in The Karate Kid. Find out his birth date, height, family, martial arts skills, and more.
- March 6, 1946
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Martin Kove is a film and television actor best known for his work in films such as Rambo: First Blood Part II and the Karate Kid film series, and on TV series such as Cagney & Lacey. View Biography.
Apr 5, 2024 · Now, Martin Kove teams with with his son Jesse Kove to star in the new movie “Far Haven,” a Western that makes its linear TV premiere on the network INSP on Sunday, April 14 at 9 p.m. Eastern.
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Jan 1, 2021 · The cast of the Netflix series "Cobra Kai" confirmed that Martin Kove, who plays John Kreese, is the same person as the character he portrays on and off set. They describe him as a sweet, funny and dedicated actor who loves his co-stars and his role as Kreese.
Sep 20, 2022 · Veteran actor Martin Kove talks about his role as John Kreese in the "Cobra Kai" spin-off series, his evolution as a character, and his future storylines. He shares his cigar, his memories of "Karate Kid" and "Cagney & Lacey", and his views on the show's family audience.
