Brian Tee

Brian Tee is a Japanese-born American actor recognized for his work across action films, television dramas, and international productions. Of mixed Asian descent, Tee is proficient in both Japanese and Korean and holds a bachelor's degree in dramatic arts from the University of California, Berkeley. His career began with television appearances on series such as "The Pretender," "Buffy the Vampire Slayer," and "Family Law." Tee also appeared as Jimmy Nakayama in the action drama "We Were Soldiers."

Tee gained international recognition for his role as D.K. The Drift King in "The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift." He continued to build his film career with roles in "The Wolverine" as Noburo Mori, "Jurassic World" as Hamada, and "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 2" as Shredder. His work in these major Hollywood franchises has contributed to his visibility in the entertainment industry.

On television, Tee starred as Dr. Ethan Choi in the NBC medical drama "Chicago Med" for eight seasons, earning a NAMIC Vision Award for Best Performance in a Drama. He also made guest appearances on "Chicago Fire," "Chicago PD," "Lucifer," "Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.," "Burn Notice," "Entourage," and "Grey's Anatomy." Tee's international credits include the Korean American romantic comedy "Wedding Palace" and the Korean action film "No Tears for the Dead."

Tee appeared opposite Nicole Kidman in the limited series "Expats," portraying Clarke Woo. He joined the cast of the action series "Reacher" as Quinn, a former Army lieutenant colonel. Tee has also performed on stage, including a lead role in "Snow Falling on Cedars" at Hartford Stage. His career spans blockbuster films, network television, international cinema, and live theater, reflecting his range and experience in the entertainment industry.