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Martin Kove (/ ˈ k oʊ v /; born March 6, 1947 ) 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, 1947
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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, 1947
Aug 28, 2020 · August 28, 2020 9:11pm. Martin Kove in 'Cobra Kai.'. Steve Dietl. The Karate Kid spinoff series Cobra Kai has been a welcome boost to the careers of Ralph Macchio and William Zabka, who donned the ...
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Sep 20, 2022 · The veteran actor talks about his role as the villainous sensei in the Karate Kid spin-off series, and how he enjoys playing a more vulnerable and versatile character. He also shares his thoughts on the show's family audience, the Emmy Awards, and future storylines for Kreese.
Jan 1, 2021 · The cast of the Netflix series praises Martin Kove for his commitment to the role of the karate villain. They say he is Kreese on and off set, but also a sweet and funny guy.
