The top 10 most inspiring quotes by Tamlyn Tomita
- If I am more fortunate than others I need to build a longer table not a taller fence.
- Not everybody’s journey is easy, and it wouldn’t be worthwhile if you can’t see what you gained without realizing what kind of battles you’ve been through, what kind of scars you have.
- We are all woven of different colored threads and strengths and colors. We are all a part of something bigger, a very special part of something that continues to evolve. A more perfect union.
- Growing up with my mother who grew up during World War II being half Filipina, half Okinawan, and literally running around the jungles in the Philippines escaping Japanese military chasing after them – I grew up with what they deem now as trauma, generational trauma.
- But I’m proud to come from a family of Republicans and, yes, we have some spirited discussions in our family.
- I remember reading one of those big history texts in elementary school, and in that whole book there was one paragraph that mentioned that Japanese-Americans were interned. I went home and asked my father, ‘You weren’t, were you?’ He said, ‘Yes, I was.’ I was shocked.
- Aren’t we all ‘Star Trek’ fans? That’s the show that captured our imaginations after cartoons and everything!
- Of course, if you’re going to enter the ‘Star Trek’ Universe, you want to work with Spock, you want to work with Kirk, you want to work with McCoy, and Scotty, and Sulu, and Uhura. The next one for me would have been Picard.
- I knew I looked kind of ridiculous, in my personal opinion – Tamlyn Tomita’s opinion – a Vulcan in sunglasses and ears is a little too much, but I knew I just had to play it seriously.
- It’s always the great thing about being involved in such a legacy series such as ‘Star Trek’ is you’ll always want to know more about the characters that you love.
Tamlyn Tomita is a Japanese-American actress and singer known for her roles in film and television that highlight her talent and cultural heritage. Born on January 27, 1966, in Okinawa, Japan, and raised in Los Angeles, California, Tomita grew up immersed in Japanese traditions while navigating life in America. She attended UCLA, initially pursuing a career in history and political science before transitioning to the arts.
Tomita’s breakout role came in 1986 when she starred as Kumiko in The Karate Kid Part II, marking her Hollywood debut. She quickly gained recognition for her charm and emotional depth, appearing in films such as Come See the Paradise (1990), Joy Luck Club (1993), and Picture Bride (1994). Her television career has been equally impactful, with notable roles in 24, Glee, Teen Wolf, and The Good Doctor.
Beyond acting, Tomita is a passionate advocate for Asian-American representation in the entertainment industry. Her performances often reflect a deep connection to her heritage, as seen in her portrayal of Commander Oh in Star Trek: Picard. With a career spanning decades, Tamlyn Tomita remains a celebrated figure in Hollywood, admired for her talent, advocacy, and dedication to authentic storytelling.
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