Arden Cho, born in 1985 in Amarillo, Texas, is the daughter of Young Nim Kang and Sang Ho Cho, immigrants from Korea. Raised in Texas alongside her sister Stephanie, Cho faced challenges as part of a minority community.
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Her journey into the spotlight began at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where she earned a psychology degree in 2007.
Initially starting as a model and appearing in commercials, her big break came with the role of Kira Yukimura in the MTV series “Teen Wolf” (2011-2017), propelling her to fame.
After “Teen Wolf,” Cho showcased her talent in various TV shows like “Chicago Med” (2015-2016) and “Stretch” (2016). She also ventured into films, appearing in “Stuck in Love” (2012) and “Me Before You” (2016).
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Recently, she made waves as a lead in the Netflix legal drama “Partner Track” (2022), contributing to increased Asian American representation in the genre.
Beyond her acting prowess, Cho is a vocal advocate for Asian American representation in the entertainment industry.
Through her work and advocacy, she continues to inspire and pave the way for greater diversity and inclusion in film and television. Arden Cho stands as a beacon of representation and talent in Hollywood.
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