Hey it's Daniel Dae Kim from Hawaii 5-0, LOST, and Saints Row, among some other good stuff. Come join my AMA

As a fellow Korean, I'm going to ask you a very serious question.

Zerg or Terran?

Zerg

Michael? Boat?

OTHERS!

A reason Jin was one of my favorite characters on LOST was because I think he was one of the survivors that grew the most over the course of the show—from someone that was relatively disliked at the beginning of season one to someone’s whose death at the very end hit people the hardest. What was it like filming that scene in the submarine with Yunjin Kim, and do you have any other moments from LOST that you particularly loved the most?

One of my favorite moments of the series. If Jin had to die, that was the way to go. Grateful to Damon for giving me a good sendoff.

Hey Mr. Kim, my question is you kicked Michael's ass and that ruled, and you rule, and I almost cried when your character died on LOST.

That is an excellent question.

It was not a good idea to come here when I haven't finished watching LOST yet.

That is true, grasshopper.

Hi: I loved the way that the producers of LOST seemed determined to have a diverse cast and not stereotype. Has it been a struggle in your career to avoid being typecast in "traditional" Asian roles?

HELL YES.

Can we have a buddy cop movie/TV series with you and Daniel Day-Lewis?

Yes, we can call it the Days of Daniel.

Did volition always plan to bring Gat back, or was it a result of everyone screaming for more Gat?

Between you and me I think the fans had a lot to do with it, so THANKS to all of you Saints Row fans!

How hard was it speaking korean a lot on lost? Were you fluent in korean? How did you like the ending. Jin was on of my favorite characters!

Hard! Though I spoke it as a kid, it was definitely me 2nd language. It took a lot of work to feel comfortable enough to act in another language.

Would you be willing to remake every Daniel Day Lewis film with a Korean spin?

I drink your soju. I drink it up!

Good stuff

Would also work with bori cha.

also good stuff.

Can't touch him.

Do you miss LOST as much as I do? :(

I'll always miss LOST, but I'm glad it came to an end on its own terms. A show like that deserved to have a beginning, middle and end, as opposed to just getting canceled one day.

Out of the various things that were left unexplained at the end of Lost, which would you most like to know the answer to?

How did everyone keep their haircuts and stubble so perfect?

How did you like working on Justice League as Metron? Your character is one of the ones who stood out the most to me since he was so foreboding and calculating, yet he seemed so neutral.

Did you have any particular inspirations for your character's voice?

Additionally, how did you like working with both Avatar: The Last Airbender and the Legend of Korra?

Wow, you know my voice work! All good stuff. I'm a superhero fan, so I was glad to be put into that universe.

DDK! I'm a student in the UK and my friends and I recently completed a rewatch of Lost. One thing we all agreed on all throughout the show was how magnificent it would be to hang out with Jin Soo-Kwon - he would slot right into the group. You sir are invited to experience a night of debauchery which will include but is not limited to competitive FIFA 14 drinking games and smoking plenty of Bennies before hitting the city - and the girls round here ALL wear the top buttons on their shirts undone ;) When can we expect you?

P.S. It would be preferred if you stayed in character the whole time as Season 3 Jin with limited but decent English, and bring your own DHARMA suit.

Love the UK and I'm down. I'll make sure Jin works on his British accent, too. Maybe Penny can help him.

Or Charlie, but he's a Manc. ; )

How many takes did it take for you guys to do this scene (Clifton Bowles original, "Bing it") with a straight face?

Grrr. Nuff said.

Just wanted to say that one of the reasons I started watching LOST is because it had that bad-ass first officer from Crusade. You and Gary Cole had one of the best captain/XO rapports in sci-fi.

Any good stories about the Crusade days?

WOW. Thanks for remembering Crusade. It was my first series. Gary Cole's a great guy, and J. Michael Straczynski's a very talented writer. The toughest part was squeezing into that jumpsuit everyday!

Man, I loved you in Angel. That's all!

Thanks!

Hi, I have two questions...

1) I had an "argument" with my parents about this... are you fluent in Korean?

2) While I think you were great in Lost, I think my favorite role of yours is Johnny Gat in the Saints Row series. Can you tell a funny story about any of your experiences making those games?

1. Conversational, but not fluent. My vocabulary is poor and people from Korea can tell I'm not a native.
2. I love Johnny Gat. He does and says the things that I could never do or say in real life. He's a blast to play!

Just shut up, I have to tell you something. For years I thought you were dead, and I blamed myself for it. When you were gone, there was a hole in my life that I tried to fill with anything I could. Partying, sex, revenge... Sometimes a weird combination of the three. But nothing worked, nothing ever made me feel ALIVE like you did. And I always thought that maybe it was 'cause I was just depressed, but seeing you now makes me realize how much I need you. I know I'm not Aisha, and I'm not trying to be, but if-^?

I bet it was fun trying to fill that hole...

Have a cluckity cluck cluck day, Daniel!

Yeah, baby!

Who was your favorite actor to work with on Lost?

Harold, Josh, Ian Cusick are a few that pop to mind, but I genuinely liked working with almost everybody.

Hi Daniel, I don't really have a question just a bit of fan gush, hope you endulge me. A friend and I watched the entirety of Lost over a single weekend in our final year of university. It reached the point were 'Jin-Soo Kwon' was our code to describe any incredibly attractive woman who was within earshot, enabling WingMan protocols...

So thanks for that :).

LOVE THAT. Btw, I'm a great wingman.

Thanks for doing this. I've always admired your work, especially in Lost. I heard a rumour about a possible Lost reunion next year to celebrate 10 years since the debut of the show. Is there actually something planned or is it just a rumour?

There has been talk amongst us for a bit, but I don't know of anything organized. I bet if you build it, we will come. ;)

Hi, Daniel, I've been a huge fan since LOST, I think you're a fantastic actor, and really love you in HAWAII FIVE-0! :) Silly questions:

1. What makes you laugh?
2. Are you ticklish? If so, where are your spots?

I hope these make you smile! Happy Chritsmas-to-come! Jo X

1. Christopher Guest movies
2. I do have a spot, but you're gonna have to find it.

Happy Christmas to you, too!!!

In Saints Row IV on one of the missions Johnny Gat says something like "You think i was on Hawaii or something?" it was H50 reference, right?

P.S LOST is best show ever. P.P.S Happy Christmas.

You caught it!

Hi Daniel. I dont really have a question but I just wanted to thank you for beeing a part of lost. You contributed to alot of joy in my life with that.

You're welcome. It was literally my pleasure.

What are your thoughts on Dennis Rodman?

Please forgive him. He knows not what he does.

Hi Daniel! I'm taking a break from cramming for finals to thank you for portraying such a great, multi-faceted character on "LOST." Jin and Sun were my very favorite characters on the show... their arc captivated me (and my mom, with whom I watched the show in its entirety) from start to finish. What was your favorite episode to act in? Any favorite memories from the set?

Also... my mom has a massive crush on you and watches everything you're in post-"LOST". Just wanted to pass on her adoration. :)

Tell your mom I said thanks. Maybe one of my favorites was the Jin centric episode on season one. It was the first time you got to see under the hard exterior. Of course the death scene was amazing, too.

Will Grace Park be coming back to H50 full time before the end of the season? Love the chemistry between the 2 of you on the show!

Absolutely. You'll be seeing more of Kono.

Hi, Daniel! Huge fan of yours, from Angel through to Hawaii Five-0. I can't begin to explain you how lovely it is to see two such good looking Korean faces on a mainstream TV show every week.

1) In my youth, I actively rejected & tried to repress my own Korean-ness, like a lot of others did, to fit in and be as Twinkie-like as possible. It's something I regret today and have tried to recoup through my adulthood. Did you experience something similar growing up? 2) As noted by Alex during a livetweet, you seem to be bringing the gun show to work every week, so who can I bribe to add more tank tops to Chin's wardrobe rotation?

1. I did, and may I humbly suggest that you fight that as much as you can. Being we are makes up the fabric of America, and we should ALL celebrate our heritage, not be ashamed of it. It makes our country a better place. and
2. I like that Alex is the poster boy for shirtlessness on 5-0. He's more than up to the job!

Hey Daniel Dae Kim! I am a huge fan of LOST and you, and watching you learning english throughout the series was probably one of the best aspects of the show itself.

What is your favourite dish and why??

Thanks. I love a lot of different kinds of food, but one of my best memories as a kid was going down to the Jersey Shore and cracking crab until my fingers hurt. Yum.

I love the Saints series and Gat is easily the one of my favorite parts of the series. My question is did you ever play any of the games and if so what were your thoughts on them? Thanks for doing this AMA.

I have played the games, and I would say they're fun FOR THE RIGHT AUDIENCE. I would never encourage young kids to play them.

Do people constantly get you confused with Daniel Day Lewis, or is that just me because I'm an idiot?

No. We are actually the same person.

That was pretty cool seeing Hurley on Hawaii 5-0 will he become more of a character on the show?

He'll be back!

who is the funniest person behind the scenes on the H50 set?

Chi McBride is HILARIOUS.

Awesome job on Lost. Did you know how the series was going to end before season 6?

I knew a few bits and pieces but that's it.

Hey DDK! Thanks for the AMA!

My question: What was it like being the new incarnation of a classic character like Chin Ho? Was their any reaction to your casting positive or negative?

It's been overwhelmingly positive. I'm glad to play someone who's not stereotypical and gets to do some cool stuff like ride a Harley, and use a shotgun. ; )

Was there ever a line that you had for Johnny Gat that you refused to say or rewritten because it would be too wild for Saints Row?

Never. They just make me laugh. BUT, it is important to me that young kids don't play this game. It's violence and language is for older players only.

Just introduced my roommates to LOST and Jin definitely has been a favorite so far. When you give Hurley the thumbs up on the beach while he is struggling to plan a picnic with Libby I crack up every time. How was it working on a show for so long before being able to speak English?

Love that moment. Thanks for reminding me. :)

Just wanted to say that Jin was definitely one of my favorite characters on Lost:) If you could play anything other character on Lost, who would it be? Or (if you've heard that question a million times) I read somewhere that Josh Holloway said the Sun and Jin scenes always made him tear up...did you have a similar experience to any particular scene/type of scene?

I like Sayid's ability to kick ass in a smart way and I love the twists and turns in Locke's story. And Sawyer's one liners were the best. Josh rocks.

What was it like, for most of LOST, to play a character who's lines were almost never in english?

HARD, but rewarding.

What was it like working on The Jackal as one of your earlier acting gigs?

Ha! My first taste of being on a big film set. Eye opening in many ways, but the highlight was meeting one of my heroes, Sidney Poitier. I will always remember him.

Hey DDK! My cousin and I rented the first season of LOST when I was 12 (it was the first time I binge-watched a season of a TV show) and it eventually became something I looked forward to watching every week until its end. The show became a huge discussion topic among other losties in my circle of friends, and led to some heated arguments in the later seasons. 3 questions:

1. What were your initial thoughts when you heard about the premise of LOST?
2. What was your experience acting in a small role on that one episode of Seinfeld? How did you like it?
3. Coke or Pepsi?

1. This is a huge risk. We're gonna fail or succeed BIG.
2. I was a fan so I was happy to just be a part of it.
3. Honestly, it depends on my mood. I like 'em both.

Hi, loved you in LOST and love you in H50, both on the island !

Do you think you might be able to join us for the LOST 2014 fan gathering ? We would love to say hello.

If it's OFFICIAL and organized I'll look into it.

Who's been your favorite guest star so far on Hawaii Five-0?

We've had some great ones - Carol Burnett was amazing! but I think the thing that I love most is how many actors of color our show hires on a weekly basis. It makes for a great mix.

Oh wow... I just started LOST this summer and have watched all the episodes, apart from the last one because I can't bear to let it go. It is definitely the best TV show I have watched, and your role as Jin left me astounded. Could you please tell me something to give me the courage to finish the series? /._.\

Yes. The last episode does bring some closure, and contrary to what a lot of people think, we were NOT dead the entire time.

Lost is one of my favorite shows. I don't even think the ending was that bad. You were great!

Name 1 actor and 1 actress you'd like to work with.

Also, what is your favorite Christmas song?

Marion Cotillard

O Come, All Ye Faithful, or Adeste Fideles if you're nasty.

Loved your work in Saints Row, any chance of Saints Row 5 down the line?

Hope so!

Hi there Mr. Kim,

First off, just want to say how much I loved your performance as Gatin Saints Row. My question is based around that actually, did you have any input or impact on why Gat was killed off in the third game? Was it something you wanted?

Thank you so much for your time today!

No input on that, but I didn't want Johnny to die. I have too much fun playing him. ; )

Daniel Dae Kim! Haha, I've always wanted an AmA with you, and now it's actually happening.

So, my question is:

Was there any particular reason for why your character in the Saints Row-series had a lesser role in the 3rd and 4th games?

Gat was too busy kicking ass somewhere else.

What's your very best life advice?

"Luck" is when opportunity meets preparation

Who are your favourite bands or musicians right now?

M83, the XX, Foo Fighters, Linkin Park, William Fitzsimmons, Two Door Cinema Club, Editors, just to name a few. ;)

How long were you in the make up chair when they glued a vagina to your forehead for that Voyager episode? Also did you do stuff to it after.

HA! That was fun, but unfortunately it was removed right after shooting.

What do you normally do in your down time between takes?

The cast will talk, play words with friends, or lately, Cards Against Humanity. Definitely Rated R.

If you could star in a movie with any actor or actress, who would be your dream casting?

Hmm. Give me something w/Clooney, Hanks, Clive Owen, Marion Cotillard, Carey Mulligan, maybe with Alfonso Cuaron, Ang Lee or Chris Nolan at the helm. This list could go on and on, but one thing is for sure, they need to be cool people. Life is too short to work with attitude or excessive ego.

Aloha from Kauai... As a die-hard LOST fan, thanks for contributing to that awesomeness! Did you guys ever get to explore the outer islands while filming? Also, as a die-hard Seinfeld fan, let me just say "Gonorrhea!"

I've been to a lot of them. They all have a unique character. and yes, "GONORRHEA!"

Big fan of your work, man. Just wanted to say keep fighting the good fight!

WORD

Good afternoon Daniel! Big fan of your work on LOST. The film festival I worked at just screened LINSANITY and found out that you were the one who narrated it.

My question is how did you end up working on that project, and did you get to chat with Jeremy Lin during the process?

Thanks for doing an AMA!! Enjoy your burrito!

I love the Jeremy Lin story because it encapsulated the notion that excellence is not determined by the package it comes in. Kinda like RATATOUILLE ; )

How did you know about my burrito???

Hey Daniel, I'd like to see you playing a less serious role than the ones we're used to see you play. Tell me you're gonna star in a comedy soon!

I would love that!

Hey Daniel! Big fan. Been meaning to ask this for 10 years. Was Agent Tom Baker on 24 adopted? Why did he not have a Korean name?

That's my take on it. I'm glad he didn't have an Asian name. There's no reason to think that you should make presumptions about that stuff just based on the way you look. The world's more complex than that.

What's your favorite place to eat in Hawaii? favorite place in Hawaii?

So many great places to eat, but my favorite new place is the Pig & the Lady.
As far as location, try Kualoa Ranch or Waimanalo Beach.

Hi Daniel, do you feel that there is Asian males in the media are being more positively portrayed or does the media still have more ways to go? I wish you more successes in the future! Also, what is your favorite food if it hasn't been asked already?

We're making progress but there's still a long way to go. I'll know we've gotten somewhere when I see a legitimate Asian American romantic LEAD who kicks some ass AND "gets the girl."

You were awesome on LOST. But were you upset about Johnny Gat having such a short role in Saints Row The Third after being a major character in the first two? And were you happy to come back for Saints Row IV?

Johnny's his own man. He shows up when he wants to show up. Hell, he even came back from the dead.

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Huh? I don't think I've ever gotten a pedicure in my life. But I'm willing to try...

Hey DDK! I have a couple of questions :D 1. If Volition decided to make a Saints Row 5, would you want Johnny Gat to return? 2. What was your favourite weapon out of all the Saints Row games?

1. YES!
2. His mouth.

Not a question, but my mom thinks you're hot...she used to have a pic of you up in her office.

Thanks to mom!

Which movie/tv-show did you enjoy being a part of, the most?

It's a cliche, but I've learned something from every job I've been on. That's the truth.

What should I order tonight from our local Korean restaurant?

Dae Gu MaeWoontang, - Spicy Codfish stew, but only if it's Rock Cod, not Black Cod.

Do people recognize you more from Hawaii 5-0, Lost or from Saints Row

LOST, but a lot of people recognize me from SR

Do you know if Alex O'Loughlin or Scott Caan are ticklish?

I don't know, but they both study jiu jitsu, so they're used to having hands on them.

Does it not bother you and/or other actors that some things on LOST can never be understood ?

Not really, but I know it bothered Damon for awhile, and that bums me out. I know how hard he worked on every aspect of it.

Johnny Gat Vs All the other characters you've played (-Metron) in a fight who wins?

Johnny might not win, but he'd definitely be the most entertaining to be around.

Hey Daniel, been a big fan of yours for ages! I think the first show I really remember you from was Crusade as John Matheson – shame it got cancelled! You've also had a lot of single appearance characters in different series. What's your favourite series you've been in for a single episode?

Hmm. Either 24 or ER. I learned a lot being on both sets.

What did you have for lunch?

Haven't had it yet.

What do you have to say to the guy who bought the million dollar special edition of SRIV?

BIG UPS TO THE MAN.

You were awesome on Lost and my parents say you're the best part of Hawaii 5-0 :D

Question, what other kind of genre's would you like to attempt in your acting career? Also, are you any flicks coming up we should watch out for?

I'd love to do a romantic comedy. Got one handy?

Hi DDK! Thanks for the AMA! Absolutely adore you on H50. What is your favourite Hawaiian food you can't get anywhere else? I dream about Foodland's ahi poke daily...

Poke's definitely it!

How many bifs a day do you smoke?

Gotta say, it's not my thing.

Hey, DDK! I'm an enthusiastic fan of Hawaii Five-0 and your portrayal of Chin Ho is absolutely inspiring to me as a creative person who just kind of loves characters. Can you tell me what your favorite part of playing Chin Ho has been these past few years?

Playing someone who has quiet leadership and is not afraid to be his own man, despite the demons that he lives with.

Have you ever been to Ireland? If so, do you like it?

No, but would love to. Is that an invitation?

We've seen them being protective of one another, but just how far do you think Chin would go to make sure Kono is safe? How far would he go if someone like Adam harmed her?

He would kill whoever harmed her. I'm convinced. That's how much family means to him.

My wife is binge watching Lost right now and I won't tell her your character dies. Since two of the shows you've been on used islands, My question is whether you're a fan of Gilligan's Island? Also, Ginger or Mary Ann? And finally, what's your favorite kind of jelly bean?

Gotta say Ginger. Who knew she had that much makeup on the island?!? and I'd say Coconut

Hi Daniel! I absolutely adore you and you're acting skills. In fact, after watching Lost, it was you who inspired me to learn Korean and join the theater department at my school. It's not mean't in a creepy way, it just goes so far to say how inspriational you can be to everyone else, whether intentional or not. Any who! Back to asking a question. What has been the most rewarding thing you've done in your life and what do you take pride in ? If there was one piece of advice you could tell your former young self, what would it be ?

The most rewarding thing in my life is my family, hands down. I take pride in watching my kids become the people I know they can be. What i would tell my young self is. Don't be discouraged, Keep working hard, it will be worth it.

Top five movies??

BLADE RUNNER LOST IN TRANSLATION OLDBOY (the Korean version) BRAZIL CRIMES AND MISDEMEANORS Peter Brook's KING LEAR

There's 6 for ya!