Li Jun Li

Li Jun Li is an actress known for her work in film, television, and theater. A trained dancer, Li graduated from Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School's dance program and attended SUNY Purchase Acting Conservatory, where she developed her performance skills. She is fluent in English, Chinese, and Spanish, reflecting her multicultural background, which informs her approach to acting.

Li began her career in musical theater, originating the role of Liat in the Tony Award-winning Broadway revival of "South Pacific." This stage performance led to roles in television series such as "Blue Bloods," "Damages," "The Following," and the film "Chinese Puzzle." She expanded her presence in the entertainment industry with major television roles in Neil LaBute's "Billy and Billie" and "Minority Report" on Fox.

Li was cast as FBI recruit Iris Chang in the ABC thriller series "Quantico." She continued to build her television résumé with a series regular role as Rose Cooper on Fox's "The Exorcist," followed by her portrayal of Jenny Wah on the Netflix supernatural crime drama series "Wu Assassins," one of the first Netflix originals led by a primarily Asian American cast. In 2026, she starred in "Spider-Noir" alongside Nic Cage.

In film, Li played a role inspired by silent film actress Anna May Wong in Damien Chazelle's "Babylon." The film received a range of critical responses, and her performance was noted by critics. She received the Breakthrough Actress Award for Film from the Asian Pacific Cinema and Television organization.

Li portrayed shopkeeper Grace Chow in Ryan Coogler's "Sinners," earning the Gotham Independent Film Awards Ensemble Tribute Award with the cast. She was also cast as Miriam in the third season of the HBO drama series "The Last of Us," further establishing her presence in prestige film and television. Li's career highlights her versatility and commitment to diverse storytelling in the entertainment industry.