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BIO

DANIEL DAE KIM (DHH) is an actor, director, producer, and social advocate widely known for his work in ABC’s “Lost,” CBS’s “Hawaii Five-O,” Netflix’s “Stowaway”, and Disney’s “Raya And The Last Dragon.” Earlier this year, Kim starred as the villainous Fire Lord Ozai in the live-action adaptation of “Avatar: The Last Airbender,” for Netflix which reached #1 on their TV charts. Daniel recently wrapped production in South Korea on a new spy series that he and his company, 3AD, are producing for Amazon Studios titled “Butterfly.” Kim can be seen on streaming platforms in BJ Novak’s FX series, “The Premise,” Nat Geo’s “The Hot Zone: Anthrax,” and Apple TV+’s “Roar.” As a producer, Kim and 3AD executive produce the series “The Good Doctor,” which recently aired its seventh and final season on ABC, as well as 2023’s multi-award-winning IFC documentary feature film, “Bad Axe.” His recent theater credits include the production of Peter Pan Goes Wrong at the Ahmanson Theater in Los Angeles, My Favorite Things: The Rodgers and Hammerstein 80th Anniversary Concert, the King of Siam in Lincoln Center Theater’s 2017 production of The King and I, and this Fall he will be headed to Broadway to star in David Henry Hwang’s Yellow Face. Kim’s advocacy for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is longstanding. His testimony in front of Congress helped lead to the passage of the “Covid-19 Hate Crimes Act,” and he currently serves on the White House’s Commission for Asian American, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders. He also serves on the Board of Gold House, with whom he partners, along with the Asian American Foundation, on the Sunrise Collective, the first ever official AAPI centered House at the Sundance Film Festival.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Roundabout Theatre Company Broadway Premiere Production, 2024
DHH

[Broadway]
Lincoln Center Theatre Broadway Revival, 2015
King of Siam [Replacement]

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Nicole Scherzinger, Branden Jacobs-Jenkins, and Daniel Dae Kim Named to 2025 TIME100 List
by Stephi Wild - Apr 16, 2025

TIME has revealed this year's edition of its TIME100 list, an annual list of the 100 most influential people in the world. The 2025 TIME100 list has included Branden Jacobs-Jenkins, Daniel Dae Kim, and Nicole Scherzinger. 
NYU Tisch School of the Arts 2025 Gala Honors Winnie Holzman and Daniel Dae Kim
by Stephi Wild - Apr 9, 2025

Over 500 alumni, donors and supporters gathered at Cipriani South Street on Monday night for the NYU Tisch School of the Arts 2025 Gala, raising over $1.7 million to support the critical needs of talented Tisch students.
Photos: Winnie Holzman and Daniel Dae Kim Honored at NYU Tisch School Gala
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 8, 2025

Winnie Holzman and Danie Dae Kim were both honored at the NYU Tisch School of the Arts 2025 Gala this week. Also in attendance were Paul Tazewell, Billy Crudup, Claire Danes, and more. Take a look at photos from the evening here!
Photos: Daniel Dae Kim Honored at NYU Tisch 2025 Gala
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Apr 8, 2025

New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts honored notable alumnus and talented actor, director, and producer Daniel Dae Kim (’96) at its annual gala on April 7 at Cipriani South Street. Check out photos from the event here.
David Henry Hwang To Receive Dramatist Guild Lifetime Achievement Award
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 2, 2025

The Dramatists Guild of America has announced that the recipient of its 2025 Lifetime Achievement Award is playwright David Henry Hwang. The award will be presented at the Guild’s annual awards ceremony on Monday, April 28. 
Photos: Stars Arrive at GLENGARRY GLEN ROSS Opening Night
by Bruce Glikas - Apr 2, 2025

Stars came out for the big opening night celebration of Glengarry Glen Ross, including Darren Criss, Katie Holmes, Ansel Elgort, and many more.Check out photos here!
Daniel Dae Kim to be Honored at NYU Tisch 2025 Gala
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 5, 2025

New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts will honor notable alumnus and talented actor, director, and producer Daniel Dae Kim (’96) at its annual gala on April 7 at Cipriani South Street. 
David Henry Hwang's YELLOW FACE to Air on PBS This May
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 3, 2025

PBS has confirmed that the recording of Roundabout Theatre Company’s production of David Henry Hwang’s Yellow Face will air on Friday, May 16 as part of the Great Performances series.
Waterbury's Palace Theater and The Waterbury Symphony Orchestra To Celebrate Broadway Scores
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 20, 2024

On Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 7:00 pm join the Palace Theater and the Waterbury Symphony Orchestra for an exciting night of beautiful music and fond memories, celebrating 20 years of Broadway musicals at the Palace Theater!
Best Broadway Shows in 2025- What's Coming!
by Sidney Paterra - Dec 13, 2024

Looking for what the best shows to see in 2025 on Broadway will be? Our editors have rounded up info on all of the Broadway productions which have revealed full details of their upcoming engagements. Check out a full list of what's to come on Broadway in 2025 including plays, musicals, revivals, new shows and of course - stars!
YELLOW FACE Starring Daniel Dae Kim to Premiere on PBS
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 21, 2024

Great Performances has announced it will capture Roundabout Theatre Company’s production of David Henry Hwang’s Yellow Face for premiere on PBS. The Great Performances premiere on PBS will be announced at a later date. 
Shannon Tyo Shares Backstage Memories and Secrets From YELLOW FACE
by Stephi Wild - Nov 20, 2024

Shannon Tyo, who is appearing in Yellow Face, took us backstage at Roundabout's Todd Haimes Theatre to share some of her favorite backstage moments, must-haves, and more.
Photos: Inside the Dramatists Guild Foundation's 2024 Gala
by Jennifer Broski - Oct 29, 2024

Dramatists Guild Foundation just celebrated its 2024 Gala at the Ziegfeld Ballroom, honoring Tom Kitt and Mindy Rich. Check out photos from inside the big night here!
Daniel Dae Kim, Nikki Renée Daniels & More to Join Dramatists Guild Foundation Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 16, 2024

Dramatists Guild Foundation has revealed the star-studded line-up for the organization's 2024 Gala on October 24, 2024, at Ziegfeld Ballroom. See who is taking part and learn how to purchase tickets.
Daniel Dae Kim Partners With 20th Television on New Series Deal
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 9, 2024

Daniel Dae Kim is bringing his talents to TV. Kim's production company 3AD has just signed a new deal with 20th Television and Disney Entertainment Television to develop and execute produce new comedy, drama, and limited shows.
Video: Inside Opening Night of YELLOW FACE
by Joey Mervis - Oct 7, 2024

In this video, watch as the whole cast and creative team of Yellow Face(including Kevin Del Aguila, Ryan Eggold, Francis Jue, Marinda Anderson, Greg Keller, Shannon Tyo and director Leigh Silverman) celebrate opening night!
Photos: The Cast of YELLOW FACE Celebrates Opening Night
by Bruce Glikas - Oct 7, 2024

The best of broadway was on hand to celebrate opening night of Roundabout Theatre Company's new production of Yellow Face by David Henry Hwang. BroadwayWorld was on hand for the celebration and you can check out photos of the cast after their Broadway bows below!
How Common Are Autobiographical Plays and Musicals?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Oct 6, 2024

This time, the reader question was: With Yellow Face on Broadway, have there been other semi-autobiographical shows on Broadway where the writer made themself a character?
Video: The YELLOW FACE Cast Plays 'Fact or Fiction'
by Joey Mervis - Oct 3, 2024

How well does the cast of Broadway's Yellow Face know each other? We're about to find out with a friendly game of Fact or Fiction! Watch in this video.
Photos: Stars Walk the Red Carpet for Opening Night of YELLOW FACE
by Bruce Glikas - Oct 3, 2024

The stars aligned at the Todd Haimes Theatre to celebrate opening night of Roundabout Theatre Company's new production of Yellow Face by David Henry Hwang. BroadwayWorld was there to capture all of the stars and VIP guests.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Daniel Dae Kim been in?

Daniel Dae Kim has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.

How many West End shows has Daniel Dae Kim been in?

Daniel Dae Kim has not appeared in the West End.

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