John Cho

John Cho

Keynote Speaker: Film, TV & Theater Actor; Known for "Harold & Kumar Go to White Castle," "Star Trek" & "Searching"; Author of "Troublemaker"

John Cho Biography

John Cho is a Korean American actor known for his work in film, television, and theater, with a career spanning more than two decades. Cho began his acting journey with East West Players, an Asian American theater company, before transitioning to screen roles in projects such as "Wag the Dog," "Bowfinger," and "Better Luck Tomorrow." He gained widespread recognition with his role in the comedy "American Pie" and further established his presence in Hollywood with "Harold & Kumar Go to White Castle," a film that contributed to conversations about diversity in leading roles.

Cho starred as Hikaru Sulu in the "Star Trek" franchise reboot and has appeared in a range of genres, including the indie drama "Columbus," the thriller "Searching," and the horror film "The Grudge." In television, Cho has held lead roles in series such as "FlashForward," "Off Centre," and "The Afterparty," and recurring roles in "Sleepy Hollow" and "Difficult People." He played Henry Higgs in the sitcom "Selfie," becoming the first Asian American actor cast as a romantic lead in a romantic comedy series, and was the first to headline a mainstream Hollywood thriller with "Searching," earning a nomination for an Independent Spirit Award for Best Male Lead.

Cho starred in the live-action Netflix series "Cowboy Bebop," based on the Japanese animated series, and executive produced Erick Oh's animated short film "Namoo," which appeared on the Oscar Short List and was nominated for Best Special Production and Best Character Animation at the Annie Awards. He has provided voice work for the Oscar-nominated animated film "Mirai" and the Sony Pictures Animation film "Wish Dragon." Cho also joined the Disney+ spy thriller series "Tempest," playing the U.S. Assistant Secretary of State.

In addition to his acting career, Cho authored the middle-grade book "Troublemaker," which appeared on The New York Times and IndieBound bestseller lists. The novel explores the 1992 Los Angeles riots through the perspective of a Korean American 12-year-old. Throughout his career, Cho has contributed to discussions on representation, identity, and the Asian American experience in the entertainment industry.

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John Cho Videos

John Cho Is the Reason "MILF" Is Part of Your Vocabulary
10 Things John Cho Can't Live Without | GQ
John Cho on His Parents & New Movie Searching

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What topics does John Cho speak about?

John Cho is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Actor, Asian & Pacific Heritage, Author, Celebrity, Social Activism, Fiction Authors, DEI, Anti-Racism and Television & Film.

Where does John Cho travel from?

John Cho generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for John Cho?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like John Cho for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805, and one of our agents will assist you to book John Cho for your next private or corporate function.

What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host John Cho or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.

Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.


John Cho is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Actor, Asian & Pacific Heritage and Author. The estimated speaking fee range to book John Cho for live events is $50,000 - $100,000, and for virtual events $50,000 - $100,000. John Cho generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Daniel Dae Kim, Kal Penn and Randall Park. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling John Cho for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 03/09/2026.

John Cho Videos

John Cho Is the Reason "MILF" Is Part of Your Vocabulary
10 Things John Cho Can't Live Without | GQ
John Cho on His Parents & New Movie Searching
Justin Lin, John Cho: "Star Trek Beyond" | Talks at Google
  • How do I book John Cho to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like John Cho for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for John Cho, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for John Cho or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book John Cho for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for John Cho, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book John Cho are $50,000 - $100,000 for live events and $50,000 - $100,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire John Cho, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does John Cho speak about?

    John Cho is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Actor, Asian & Pacific Heritage, Author, Celebrity, Social Activism, Fiction Authors, DEI, Anti-Racism and Television & Film.
  • Where does John Cho travel from?

    John Cho generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for John Cho?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like John Cho for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805, and one of our agents will assist you to book John Cho for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host John Cho or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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