Karen Fukuhara, born on February 10, 1992, in Los Angeles, California, is an American actress and voice artist known for her powerful presence in both live-action and animated roles. With a background in martial arts and a passion for performance, she has become a standout figure in genre entertainment.

Fukuhara made her film debut as the sword-wielding Katana in DC’s Suicide Squad (2016), impressing audiences with her physicality and intensity. She gained further acclaim for her role as Kimiko Miyashiro, also known as "The Female," in Amazon Prime’s hit series The Boys (2019–present), where she plays a fierce, silent anti-hero with a traumatic past.

She is also a talented voice actress, lending her voice to lead roles in several animated series. These include Glimmer in She-Ra and the Princesses of Power (2018–2020), Kipo in Kipo and the Age of Wonderbeasts (2020), and Haru in Netflix’s Pokémon Concierge (2023).

Fluent in Japanese and trained in karate, Fukuhara combines her cultural heritage and physical training with her acting skills to bring authenticity to her roles. She is a graduate of UCLA, where she studied Sociology with a minor in Theater.

Beyond her screen work, Fukuhara is a vocal advocate for Asian American representation in Hollywood and has spoken publicly against anti-Asian hate. With a growing list of acclaimed performances and a commitment to positive change, she continues to be a rising force in the entertainment industry.