Uploaded April 2023 | Updated September 2026, 2 days ago
As part of GFBNEC’s "Living the Nisei Dream" video series, this third episode features Japanese American actor, Tamlyn Tomita, in conversation with host Sierra Katow. From being crowned the 1984 Nisei Week Queen in Los Angeles to her acting roles in "Karate Kid II," "Picture Bride" and "Joy Luck Club" to her most recent roles in "The Good Doctor" and "Cobra Kai," Tamlyn shares her perspective on her family, career and what the Nisei WWII veterans’ legacy means to her. The episode includes visits with Andy Lowe, Director of Production & Casting, at East West Players and Francis Cullardo, Executive Director at Visual Communications.
As part of GFBNEC’s "Living the Nisei Dream" video series, this third episode features Japanese American actor, Tamlyn Tomita, in conversation with host Sierra Katow. From being crowned the 1984 Nisei Week Queen in Los Angeles to her acting roles in "Karate Kid II," "Picture Bride" and "Joy Luck Club" to her most recent roles in "The Good Doctor" and "Cobra Kai," Tamlyn shares her perspective on her family, career and what the Nisei WWII veterans’ legacy means to her. The episode includes visits with Andy Lowe, Director of Production & Casting, at East West Players and Francis Cullardo, Executive Director at Visual Communications.
