Pat Morita – The Legendary Mr. Miyagi Who Shaped Karate Kid and Hollywood
The Karate Kid wasn't just a movie; it became a cultural touchstone. Morita's calm, thoughtful performance contrasted with the typical action-packed martial arts films of the time. For his work, Morita earned an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor, cementing his place in cinematic history. What other roles did Pat Morita play besides Mr. Miyagi? Apart from Mr. Miyagi, Pat Morita voiced the Emperor in Disney’s Mulan and appeared in Happy Days as Arnold, among many other roles.
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