At a recent Summer Con event in Washington State, Martin Kove, recognized for his role as John Kreese in the “Cobra Kai” series, was reportedly involved in an unusual incident that led to his ejection from the convention. The situation unfolded when Kove allegedly bit his co-star Alicia Hannah-Kim on the arm after greeting her.
According to a police report from the Puyallup Police Department, the incident occurred when Hannah-Kim passed by Kove, who then grabbed her arm and bit it, causing a mark that was described as “very noticeable.” Following the incident, Hannah-Kim stated, “He was furious and outraged and visibly angry when I told him calmly not to bite me,” explaining that Kove insisted he bit her “for fun.” Despite the severity of the interaction, she chose not to press charges but requested that an informational report be logged, intended as a precaution should further issues arise.
Kove did later apologize to Hannah-Kim and her husband after being confronted about his actions, and he was subsequently asked to leave the event. This altercation sparked conversations about actor behavior in public settings, and while Kove is well-known for his villainous role in the “Cobra Kai” series, this incident highlights a more troubling side of celebrity interactions.
For context, Kove has appeared in numerous episodes of “Cobra Kai,” reprising his role from the original “Karate Kid” films, while Hannah-Kim appeared in the fifth and sixth seasons as Kim Da-Eun, a new sensei at the dojo. The sixth season of “Cobra Kai” is anticipated to air in February 2025, representing a continued interest in the series, which has become a modern underdog classic.
As this incident serves to remind fans and followers about the importance of respectful behavior in all interactions, it hopes to promote a discussion about maintaining professionalism and boundaries, especially among public figures.