Jesse Kove (born November 2, 1990) is an American actor best known for his role as David in Cobra Kai.
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Early life
Kove was born to Martin Kove and Vivienne Kove on November 2, 1990, in Los Angeles. He has a twin sister, Rachel. Kove grew up on film sets on account of his father. At age 10, he began using his father's camera to create home movies, also manufacturing skits to perform for his family. He acted in plays in high school.
Education
As a child and teen, Kove partook in a variety of performing arts and improv classes.
Career
Kove began his career in off-Broadway productions in New York. He then transitioned to television and film. His breakthrough role was in D-Day: Battle of Omaha Beach. In 2021, he joined the cast of Cobra Kai, the Karate Kid universe that brought his father fame. He also appeared in NBC’s Magnum, P.I.
Personal life
Kove was raised Jewish and had a bar mitzvah.