Yila Timothy Kang is a renowned American actor, widely recognized for his captivating performances in prominent television series.
Notably, he has portrayed the character of Kimball Cho in the acclaimed television series The Mentalist, which premiered in 2008.
Furthermore, Kang has also gained recognition for his portrayal of Gordon Katsumoto in the CBS/NBC reboot series Magnum P.I., which was launched in 2018.
Born in San Francisco, California, Kang is the eldest of three brothers, and his early life has undoubtedly had a profound impact on his future endeavors.
In addition to his acting pursuits, Kang has also demonstrated a strong academic background, having graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science from the prestigious University of California, Berkeley.
Moreover, he has further honed his craft by earning a Master of Fine Arts degree from Harvard University's A.R.T. Institute for Advanced Theater Training, at the American Repertory Theater and the Moscow Art Theatre.