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Alicia Hannah-Kim Biography: Age, Career, Family and More

F4U Editorial Desk • Updated October 23, 2026 • 3 min read

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Quick Info

Date of birth28 July 1982

Age44 years

BirthplaceSydney, New South Wales, Australia

ProfessionActress

NationalityAustralian

Marital statusMarried

SpouseSebastian Roché

FamilyDog named Ziggy

Alicia Hannah-Kim Biography

Korean-Australian actress known for her role as Sensei Kim Da‑Eun in Cobra Kai and a steady TV and film career.

Early life and background
Alicia Hannah-Kim was born on 28 July 1982 in Sydney, New South Wales, to first-generation Korean immigrants. Raised in Sydney, she grew up bilingual and has described a quiet, introverted childhood that shifted as her interest in performing led her to take acting classes at the Australian Theatre for Young People.

Career
Hannah-Kim’s screen journey began in Australia, with early television work including White Collar Blue. She made her film debut in 2006, appearing in Candy, and spent her early career moving between Australian and U.S. projects after relocating to the United States around age 20 to pursue broader acting opportunities.

In the U.S. she secured a recurring role as Shin on the series Crash (2008–2009) and built a resume of guest appearances on shows such as Grey’s Anatomy and Two and a Half Men. Other television credits include Hot in Cleveland, Chasing Life, Hawaii Five-0, and General Hospital. Her film appearances include Rush Hour 3, Holiday Road, We Love You, Sally Carmichael!, and Heatwave.

Her most prominent role to date came with Netflix’s Cobra Kai, where she joined the cast as Sensei Kim Da‑Eun in Seasons 5 and 6 (2022–2025). The casting marked her as the first female sensei portrayed within the Karate Kid/Cobra Kai universe, and she trained in Muay Thai to help perform fight scenes herself. Her portrayal received attention and praise as part of the show’s later seasons.

Public profile
Hannah-Kim is publicly identified as a Korean-Australian actress and practices Christianity. She is known to be vocal on social issues, including immigration, and enjoys outdoor activities such as horse riding and adventure sports. She is an animal lover who owns a dog named Ziggy and has spoken about her fondness for reading and maintaining a personal book collection.

Personal life
Alicia Hannah-Kim married actor Sebastian Roché on 31 May 2014 in France. The couple have made joint appearances at public events. She has described learning Korean during the COVID-19 lockdown and continues to work across film and television in both Australia and the United States.

Latest updates
In June 2025, while attending a fan convention in Washington State, Hannah-Kim reported an incident involving a Cobra Kai co-star and had visible injuries. She reported the matter to security and filed a police report that she asked be documented; she did not pursue formal charges. The co-star issued a public apology and expressed regret for the incident.

Outlook
Alicia Hannah-Kim’s career spans two decades and multiple markets, with steady television and film work and a notable breakout in a high-profile streaming series. Her dedication to physical training for action scenes and her bilingual background continue to shape the roles she pursues and her public presence.

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Recent Work

Cobra Kai (Sensei Kim Da‑Eun)

Joined the Netflix series as the first female sensei in the Karate Kid universe, appearing in Seasons 5 and 6 (2022–2025).

2022–2025
Heatwave

Feature film appearance.

2022
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Career Highlights

  1. Debuted on Australian television with White Collar Blue.
  2. Film debut in Candy (2006).
  3. Recurring U.S. TV role on Crash (2008–2009).
  4. Portrayed Sensei Kim Da‑Eun in Cobra Kai (Seasons 5–6).
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Alicia Hannah-Kim born?

Alicia Hannah-Kim was born on 28 July 1982.

What is Alicia Hannah-Kim known for?

Alicia Hannah-Kim is known for actress.

What is Alicia Hannah-Kim’s marital status?

Alicia Hannah-Kim's marital status is listed as Married.

Who is Alicia Hannah-Kim married to?

Alicia Hannah-Kim is publicly listed as married to Sebastian Roché.