Warning! Contains Spoilers for Cobra Season 6, Part 1.
Summary
Cobra Kaiseason 6 marks the return of almost all main characters from previous seasons while maintaining an air of mystery surrounding others. SinceCobra Kaiseason 6marks the end of the Netflix series' long run, it holds the responsibility of bringing a well-rounded closure to each character’s individual story arc. However, with its massive roster, this proves to be a big challenge because there is only so much it can achieve in one season.
Fortunately, the show introduces many intriguing narrative twists and turns that make it easier for it to focus on the individual narratives of its primary cast members. While its story is still driven by compelling karate conflicts and rivalries, its talented cast plays a key role in immersing audiences in its action and drama. Given how eachcast member inCobra Kaiseason 6 gives a memorable performance, many viewers might wonder who plays whom.
Ralph Macchio as Daniel LaRusso
Date of Birth: June 30, 2025
Actor:Born in Huntington, New York, Ralph Macchio studied at Half Hollow Hills High School West in Dix Hills before graduating in 1979. Some of his early roles were in TV shows likeEight is Eightand movies like Francis Ford Coppola’s coming-of-age book adaptationThe Outsiders. Both eventually paved the way for him to land a part in the firstKarate Kidmovie. The 1984Karate Kidfilm was a massive blockbuster,turning Ralph Macchio into a household nameand setting the stage for him to return in two sequels. Even after he departed from theKarate Kidfranchise, Macchio remained active as an actor before starring inCobra Kai.
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Joseph Stefano
Character:InCobra Kaiseason 6, Daniel vows to lead the Miyagi Do dojo to the International Sekai Taikai Tournament while teaming up with Chozen and Johnny. However, new conflicts emerge when both Daniel and Johnny try to establish themselves as the dojo’s leaders. At the same time, Daniel also learns new details about Mr. Miyagi, making him wonder whether he even knew his sensei.
William Zabka as Johnny Lawrence
Date of Birth: June 05, 2025
Actor:William Zabka was born in New York City, New York. After attending El Camino Real Charter High School in Los Angeles, California, till 1983, he went to California State University, Northridge, to major in film. Like Ralph Macchio, he had his first breakthrough after portrayingJohnny Lawrence inThe Karate Kid. In the years that followed, Zabka not only starred in several TV shows and movies but also in many short films.He also got an Academy Award nomination in 2004for the short filmMostin the Live Action Short Film category.
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Character:InCobra Kaiseason 6, Johnny Lawrence gradually sheds his identity as a Cobra Kai sensei and slowly adopts the Miyagi Do way. However, this gradual change comes after he and Daniel go through many conflicts surrounding who should lead the Miyagi Do dojo. Beyond the dojo, Lawrence also takes provisions to provide for his family before the birth of his child.
Xolo Maridueña as Miguel Diaz
Date of Birth: June 05, 2025
Actor:Ramario Xolo Maridueña is of Mexican, Cuban, and Ecuadorian descent and was born in Los Angeles, California. After starting his career with modeling, he went on to play small roles in several TV shows, likeMajor Crimes,Rush Hour, andTwin Peaks.His breakthrough came withCobra Kai, which ultimately helped land the part of Blue Beetle in DCEU’s acclaimed film.
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Aqua Agua (voice)
Character:Miguel’sCobra Kaiseason 6 arcbegins with him looking forward to attending a good college. However, he feels overwhelmed by his future plans because of his family’s financial conditions. Realizing that winning the Sekai Taikai could help him land a scholarship, Miguel sets his eyes on the prize and hopes to land a win.
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Tanner Buchanan as Robby Keene
Date of Birth: July 01, 2025
Actor:Although Tanner Buchanan was born in Lima, Ohio, he moved to Los Angeles with his family to begin his acting career. He made his acting debut by landing a small role in Modern Family. In the years that followed, he appeared in several well-known TV shows, likeGrey’s Anatomy,Growing Up Fisher, andGirl Meets Worldin small capacities. BeforeCobra Kai, his first main role was in the political drama seriesDesignated Survivor, after which he even played a recurring character in ABC’sThe Fosters.
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Chad Brad Bradley
Character:Since Cobra Kai season 1, Robby has consistently made it to the finals of the All-Valley tournament but has never managed to win. This puts a chip on his shoulder in Cobra Kai season 6, motivating him to train harder and prove himself once and for all. While at it, Robby also remains grounded and ensures that his relationship with Miguel only improves as they learn to embrace one another as a family.
Peyton List as Tory Nichols
Date of Birth: July 27, 2025
Actor:Before transitioning to acting, Peyton List started her career as a model.She landed her first role in 2008’s27 Dresseswhen she was close to six years old. List garnered more attention as an actress in the 2010s when she starred in a series of Disney films and shows, likeThe Sorcerer’s Apprentice,Jessie,Bunk’d, andI Didn’t Do It. Recently, she was also among the leads in Netflix’s acclaimed seriesSchool Spirits.
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Maddie Nears
Character:Tory’s arc inCobra Kaiseason 6 begins on a high note when she and Sam take the initiative to finally fix their relationship. Things go incredibly well when the two characters almost bury their beef and set out to team up and represent Miyagi Do dojo at the Sekai Taikai. However, an unforeseeable tragedy takes her story in a completely different direction, prompting her to take a step back from her Cobra Kai redemption.
Mary Mouser as Samantha LaRusso
Date of Birth: August 02, 2025
Actor:Born in Pine Bluff, Arkansas, USA, Mary Mouser made heracting debut in 2004 by playing Amy Rose in an episode ofWithout a Trace. She then went to play relatively smaller parts in several popular TV shows, likeCSI: Crime Scene Investigation,Scrubs, andMonk. She garnered more attention after she became a regular on CW’sLife is Wildand became recognizable for playing a recurring part inBody of Proof. Despite having many TV shows under her belt, however, Mouser is best known for her role inCobra Kai.
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Kelly Gibbs
Character:Mary Mouser’s character, Samantha LaRusso, sets out to forget everything that happened between her and Tory. However, she finds herself facing her again at the Sekai Taikai when unexpected circumstances put them in each other’s crosshairs. However, considering Sam’s catharsis inCobra Kaiseason 5, it seems likely she will not go down the path of hating Tory again.
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Martin Kove as John Kreese
Date of Birth: July 25, 2025
Actor:Veteran actor Martin Kove was born in Brooklyn and started his journey with minor acting roles in movies. He became more noticeableafter taking on villainous roles in movies likeDeath Race 2000,White Line Fever,Cagney & Lacey, andRambo: First Blood Part II. After he starred in the firstKarate Kidmovie as John Kreese, he rose to fame for his iconic portrayal of Johnny Lawrence’s ruthless karate sensei, cementing his status as a quintessential on-screen villain.
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John Kreese
Character:InCobra Kaiseason 5’s ending, John Kreese escapes prison, which paves the way for his return as a sensei in season 6. As his season 6 arc begins, he joins forces with Sensei Kim and helps her prepare her students for the Sekai Taikai. Despite having some goodness in him, Kreese struggles to deal with his past war trauma and continues walking down a self-destructive path instead of seeking redemption.
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Cobra Kai Season 6 Supporting Cast & Characters
Yuji Okumoto as Chozen Toguchi:Chozen teams up with Daniel and Johnny inCobra Kaiseason 6 and helps them train Miyagi Do students for the Sekai Taikai. Chozen is brilliantly portrayed by Yuji Okumoto inCobra Kai, who is best known for his work inJohnny Tsunami,Inception, andPearl Harbor.
Alicia Hannah-Kim as Kim Da-Eun:After Silver’s departure, Kim Da-Eun takes over as Cobra Kai’s new leading sensei. Kim Da-Eun is portrayed by Alicia Hannah-Kim inCobra Kai, who is known for her work in other shows likeMinx,Alone Together, andCrash.
Jacob Bertrand as Eli “Hawk” Moskowitz:Jacob Bertrand, who is also known for his roles inReady Player One,ParaNorman, andRise of the Guardians, reprises his role as Hawk inCobra Kaiseason 6. In season 6, Hawk and Demetri find themselves at odds again when Hawk refuses to apply to MIT for college.
Griffin Santopietro as Anthony LaRusso:Daniel LaRusso’s son, Anthony, is portrayed by Griffin Santopietro inCobra Kai. He appears in season 6’s opening episodes, where he trains with the rest of the Miyagi Do crew. Griffin Santopietro is recognizable for his work inThe Week Of,Bull, andNew Amsterdam.
Courtney Henggeler as Amanda LaRusso:Playing Daniel’s wife, Amanda, Courtney Henggeler is best known for her roles inThe Big Bang Theory,The Boys in The Boat, andMom.
Gianni DeCenzo as Demetri:Demetri, who turns hostile towards Hawk for not applying to MIT inCobra Kaiseason 6, is played by Gianni DeCenzo. The actor’s previous work includes shows likeEagleheart,100 Things to Do Before High School, andNCIS.
Dallas Dupree Young as Kenny:Kenny Payne sets out to find redemption inCobra Kaiseason 6, but not everything goes as planned. The actor playing Kenny, Dallas Dupree, is recognizable for his work in shows likeThe Good Placeand9-1-1and movies likeReady Player One.
Vanessa Rubio as Carmen:Miguel’s mother, Carmen, is played by Vanessa Rubio inCobra Kaiseason 6, who was last seen in Netflix series likeMaster of NoneandChilling Adventures of Sabrina.
Paul Walter Hauser as Raymond “Stringray” Porter:Paul Walter Hauser’s Stingray makes a brief appearance inCobra Kaiseason 6. Since his appearance in the show’s early seasons, Hauser has established himself as a very talented actor, which has opened the doors for him to star in big-budget movie franchises likeThe Fantastic Four.
Joe Seo as Kyler Park:Cobra Kaiseason 6 gives Kyler Park his shot at redemption after portraying him as one of the most hated antagonists of the previous seasons. The actor who plays him, Joe Seo, is best known for his roles inGridiron Gang,Spa Night, andMessage from the King.
Oona O’Brien as Devon:After being one of the secondary protagonists inCobra Kai’s seasons 4 and 5, Oona O’Brein’s Devon graduates to become one of the leads. BeforeCobra Kai, the actress had only starred in a short titledSky High.
Barrett Carnahan as Young John Kreese:Cobra Kaiseason 6 continues featuring flashbacks in which Barrett Carnahan portrays the younger version of John Kreese. BeforeCobra Kai, the actor appeared in shows likeCruel Summer,One of Us is Lying, andMayor of Kingstown.
Cobra Kai
Cobra Kai is a sequel series continuing the narrative of the Karate Kid saga, set 30 years after the 1984 All Valley Karate Tournament. It focuses on Johnny Lawrence seeking redemption by reopening the Cobra Kai dojo, reigniting his rivalry with Daniel LaRusso, who strives to maintain balance in his life.
