Jamie Chung
Jamie Jilynn Chung (born April 10, 1983) is an American actress of Korean descent who first rose to prominence as a cast member on the MTV reality series The Real World: San Diego in 2004 before transitioning to scripted television and film roles.[1][2] Born in San Francisco, California, to immigrant parents from South Korea, Chung grew up in the San Francisco Bay Area and studied economics at the University of California, Riverside, where she worked as a cocktail waitress during her college years.[3][4] Her early entertainment career began with the reality show opportunity, which led to guest appearances on series like Veronica Mars and Days of Our Lives, marking her entry into professional acting.[5] Chung's breakthrough in scripted media came with her role as Amber Holt in the ABC Family drama Greek (2007–2011), followed by supporting parts in films such as Sorority Row (2009), Sucker Punch (2011), and The Hangover Part II (2011).[6] She gained further recognition for portraying Mulan in ABC's Once Upon a Time (2012–2017), voicing Go Go Tomago in Disney's animated Big Hero 6 (2014) and its subsequent TV series, and starring as Clarice Fong/Blink in Fox's The Gifted (2017–2019).[5][4] Her film work expanded with roles in Grown Ups (2010), Premium Rush (2012), and more recent projects including Lovecraft Country (2020) on HBO, Dexter: New Blood (2021–2022), and the indie film I'm Beginning to See the Light (2025).[6] In 2025, she hosted the after-show for the limited series Dexter: Resurrection and appeared in the dark comedy Stone Cold Fox.[6][7] Chung married actor Bryan Greenberg in 2015; the couple welcomed twin sons via surrogate in October 2021.[8][9]Early life
Family and childhood
Jamie Jilynn Chung was born on April 10, 1983, in San Francisco, California, to Korean immigrant parents.[3] Her father, Ki Bhum Chung (known as Tony), was born in Seoul, Korea, and immigrated to the United States in 1972, where he ran a restaurant.[10] Her mother, Ki Soon Eom, was born in Manchuria, China, to a Korean family, and both parents worked in service industries, including hotels and restaurants, to support the household.[10] As the youngest of her siblings, all sisters, Chung grew up in a close-knit but challenging family environment marked by her parents' traditional Korean values and language barriers, as they primarily spoke Korean at home.[11] Her older sister, Jean, shared in the second-generation Korean-American experience, navigating cultural expectations within their immigrant household.[12] The family faced financial hardships, including her father's business decisions that led to bankruptcy, while her mother worked tirelessly to provide stability.[11] Chung's childhood in a working-class Asian-American family was shaped by Korean cultural influences, such as strong familial duties and limited emotional expression, alongside assimilation challenges like feeling unwelcome in San Francisco due to their immigrant status.[11][13] These experiences fostered her independence in a hands-off upbringing, where she turned to books for escapism amid a lack of affection.[11] From a young age, she showed an early interest in the arts and storytelling, reflecting her empathetic nature and curiosity about others' emotions.[4]Education
Jamie Chung attended Commodore Sloat Elementary School in San Francisco's Ingleside neighborhood during her early years.[14] She continued her education at Aptos Middle School, where she navigated the challenges of growing up as a Korean-American in a diverse urban environment.[14] For high school, Chung enrolled at Lowell High School, a prestigious public magnet school in San Francisco, graduating in 2001.[14] Her time there included part-time work at a local sneaker store, which sparked an interest in fashion and helped develop her outgoing personality amid the rigors of a competitive academic setting. Chung pursued higher education at the University of California, Riverside, where she majored in economics and earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in 2005.[4] During her undergraduate years, she balanced rigorous coursework focused on socioeconomics and human behavior with extracurricular involvement, including membership in the Kappa Kappa Gamma sorority, which fostered her social skills and comfort in group settings.[15] She also held two jobs on campus—at Bossa Nova and Tremors Bar and Grill—to support herself financially, demonstrating the strong work ethic instilled by her immigrant parents.[4] In her senior year, Chung participated in MTV's The Real World: San Diego, an experience that occurred while she was still enrolled and contributed to her on-camera presence, though she maintained her academic standing by earning a spot on the dean's list after filming.[4] Upon graduation, she initially planned a career in finance or business, viewing her economics degree as a practical foundation for stability in a field aligned with her analytical interests.[4] However, her exposure through reality television soon led her to pivot toward opportunities in the entertainment industry.[4]Career
Reality television
Jamie Chung entered the entertainment industry through reality television during her college years. While studying economics at the University of California, Riverside, she auditioned for MTV's The Real World: San Diego in 2004 after being spotted by a casting director at her job as a cocktail waitress. Selected as one of seven cast members, Chung brought visibility to Korean-American experiences in a predominantly unscripted format focused on diverse strangers cohabitating. The season, which aired from January to June 2004, featured drama-filled interpersonal dynamics and served as a social experiment, with Chung's storylines highlighting her adjustment to group living and the challenges of young adulthood, including navigating cultural identity amid house conflicts.[16][4] Following her Real World stint, Chung competed on the spin-off series Real World/Road Rules Challenge: The Inferno II in 2005, her only appearance on the competition show. As part of the "Good Guys" team alongside Darrell Taylor, Landon Lueck, and Mike "The Miz" Mizanin, she contributed to key mission wins through athletic challenges and strategic gameplay, ultimately securing victory against the "[Bad Asses](/page/Bad Asses)." The team won a share of the $300,000 prize, which Chung used to pay off her student loans. Her performance demonstrated resilience and teamwork, further boosting her on-screen presence in the reality competition genre.[17][18] In 2008, Chung starred in the ABC Family miniseries Samurai Girl, a three-part action-drama that incorporated elements of her reality TV roots by blending high-stakes scripted narratives with performative physicality, marking an early bridge to fictional roles. Playing the lead character Heaven Kogo, a young woman trained in martial arts after surviving a plane crash, Chung performed many of her own stunts, drawing on the visibility gained from her unscripted background.[19] Chung's reality television exposure provided an initial fanbase and led to agent representation, propelling her toward acting opportunities, though it initially carried a stigma that complicated transitions to serious roles. She and her manager deliberately omitted her Real World appearance from early resumes to avoid being pigeonholed as a reality personality, a concern she later reflected on as a hurdle in gaining credibility in Hollywood. Despite these challenges, the platform offered essential visibility and financial stability, allowing her to pursue scripted work without immediate fallback to her economics degree.[16][20]Film roles
Chung made her feature film debut in 2008 with a supporting role as Lynn in Sunshine Cleaning, a dark comedy directed by Christine Jeffs, where she portrayed a high school student alongside Amy Adams and Emily Blunt. The following year, she took on a more prominent role as Claire in the horror remake Sorority Row, playing one of the sorority sisters entangled in a murder cover-up, marking her transition from television to cinema. She also appeared in a supporting role as Amber Hilliard in the comedy Grown Ups (2010).[21] Her breakthrough came in 2011 with the role of Amber in Zack Snyder's action-fantasy Sucker Punch, where she showcased her action capabilities as part of an ensemble of inmates escaping through imagined worlds; the film received mixed reviews but highlighted Chung's physicality in fight sequences. This was followed by a critically acclaimed lead performance in 2012's Eden, directed by Megan Griffiths, in which she portrayed Hyun-Jae, a Korean American woman abducted into human trafficking; Chung's portrayal of the survivor's resilience earned praise for its emotional depth and authenticity, drawing from real events. In major studio films, Chung appeared in a cameo as Lauren, the fiancée of Stu (Ed Helms), in The Hangover Part II (2011), contributing to the comedy's ensemble chaos. She followed with a supporting turn as Nima, a bike messenger, in the action thriller Premium Rush (2012), opposite Joseph Gordon-Levitt, emphasizing high-stakes urban pursuits. Additionally, in the animated Big Hero 6 (2014), she provided the voice for Go Go Tomago while contributing to live-action promotional elements, bridging her film and voice work in the superhero narrative. More recently, Chung appeared in the 2024 thriller Reunion as Jasmine Park, one of the estranged friends confronting past secrets. In 2025, she appeared as Sarah in the independent drama I'm Beginning to See the Light, exploring personal introspection. In 2024, she collaborated with her husband, director Bryan Greenberg, in Junction, portraying a character in a narrative about intersecting lives in New York City.[22] Throughout her career, Chung's roles have evolved from supporting parts often tied to Asian stereotypes in early projects to more complex, lead characters that challenge underrepresentation; she has discussed this shift as a "double-edged sword" in Hollywood, advocating for nuanced Asian American narratives amid limited opportunities for performers of color.[23][24]Television roles
Chung began her scripted television career with guest and recurring roles in network series during the late 2000s. In 2007, she appeared as Cordy Han in ten episodes of the NBC soap opera Days of Our Lives, marking one of her initial forays into dramatic storytelling.[3] That same year, she joined the cast of ABC Family's college comedy-drama Greek in a recurring role as Siena, a spirited cheerleader navigating sorority life and interpersonal dynamics across four episodes through 2008. These early appearances showcased her versatility in ensemble settings, blending humor and relatability.[25] Her breakthrough on network television came with guest spots that highlighted her range in procedural formats. In 2008, Chung guest-starred as Jeanie Teng, a college student entangled in a murder investigation, on an episode of CBS's CSI: NY. She followed this in 2010 with a role as Michelle Walsh, a deceptive figure in a high-stakes interrogation, on Fox's psychological drama Lie to Me. Chung landed her first leading role in 2014 as Bo, a young woman with supernatural abilities on the run, in ABC's sci-fi series Believe, produced by J.J. Abrams; despite critical interest in its premise, the show was short-lived, canceled after one season of 13 episodes.[26] Chung gained further recognition for her recurring role as Mulan in ABC's fantasy series Once Upon a Time from 2012 to 2017, appearing in 22 episodes.[27] Transitioning to streaming platforms, Chung embraced prestige projects with complex characters in genre-driven narratives. From 2015 to 2019, she portrayed Valerie Vale, a tenacious journalist investigating Gotham's corruption, in a recurring arc spanning six episodes of Fox's DC Comics adaptation Gotham. She was a series regular as Clarice Fong/Blink in Fox's superhero drama The Gifted from 2017 to 2019. In 2020, she delivered a standout performance as Ji-Ah, a haunted nurse confronting supernatural horrors during the Korean War, in the HBO series Lovecraft Country; her episode "Meet Me in Daegu" earned ensemble praise for its emotional depth and cultural resonance within the show's horror framework.[28] More recently, in 2025, Chung took on a guest role in Showtime's Dexter: Resurrection, the revival continuation of the forensic thriller, contributing to its exploration of moral ambiguity.[29] In voice acting, Chung provided the tough, laconic voice of Go Go Tomago, the speed-obsessed member of the superhero team, for Disney XD's animated series Big Hero 6: The Series from 2017 to 2021 across 52 episodes. Reprising her role from the 2014 film, she described the animation process as involving isolated recording sessions where actors delivered lines to capture nuanced emotions, followed by animators syncing performances to dynamic action sequences for a seamless blend of voice and visuals.[30] This work extended her presence into family-oriented animation, emphasizing themes of teamwork and innovation. Throughout her career, Chung has balanced series work with selective guest appearances that add diversity to her portfolio. In 2011, she guest-starred as Gwen, a free-spirited friend influencing family dynamics, on an episode of ABC's Modern Family. In 2025, she joined the cast of the Hulu miniseries adaptation Stone Cold Fox as Officer Corbett, a determined investigator in a thriller centered on deception and pursuit.[31] These roles underscore her genre diversity, from comedy to crime drama, while maintaining a focus on strong, multifaceted female characters.Other pursuits
Modeling and endorsements
Following her visibility from the MTV reality series The Real World: San Diego in 2004, Jamie Chung transitioned into modeling with a prominent photoshoot for Complex magazine in 2009, where she was featured in a gallery highlighting her emerging presence in entertainment and fashion.[32] Chung's endorsement work gained momentum in the 2010s, beginning with her role as the face of the Make Up For Ever "Be Unexpected. Be You." campaign in 2015, which promoted self-expression through makeup and was prominently displayed in Sephora stores.[33] The campaign paired her with transgender model Andreja Pejić to emphasize diverse beauty, running in print ads and in-store promotions from July to August that year.[34] She also served as a brand ambassador for Hammitt handbags in 2019, collaborating on a spring capsule collection that blended her casual style with the brand's leather designs.[35] That same year, Chung co-designed a footwear line with 42 Gold, featuring versatile heels, sandals, and mules.[36] Her fashion influence extended to red carpet appearances, where her style evolution—from edgy leather looks to elegant suede ensembles—earned features in Vogue, showcasing her ability to modernize classic trends.[37][38] These moments highlighted her as a style icon, often blending California cool with high-fashion elements at events like New York Fashion Week.[39] As a Korean American, Chung's red carpet presence has contributed to greater Asian-American visibility in fashion, including hosting the 2022 Runway of Dreams adaptive fashion show, which featured inclusive designs from brands like Tommy Hilfiger Adaptive.[40] In recent years, particularly post-maternity after welcoming twins in 2021, Chung has aligned with beauty brands emphasizing practicality for busy parents. In 2024, she celebrated the launch of BeautyStat's Triple Plump Coconut Milk Serum at an event in Los Angeles.[41] She also supported Glow Recipe's collaboration with Sephora through a promotional night market event that year.[42] Extending into 2025, Chung partnered with Olay Body for their Super Serum Body Wash campaign, sharing her streamlined shower routine as a mother of young children.[43] Additional engagements included attending medicube's U.S. pop-up Glowland in March 2025 and Clarins' Double Serum Generation 9 launch event in October 2024, where she joined other celebrities to promote skincare innovation.[44][45]Writing and production
Chung launched her lifestyle blog, What the Chung?, in 2013, focusing on topics such as fashion, beauty, travel, food, and family life. The platform allowed her to connect directly with audiences by sharing personal insights and recommendations, evolving over time to incorporate sponsored content and brand collaborations that highlighted her entrepreneurial approach to media.[46][47] Beyond acting, Chung has ventured into production, serving as executive producer on the 2014 romantic drama Already Tomorrow in Hong Kong, a project she co-produced with her husband Bryan Greenberg and in which she starred as the lead. She also took on producing duties for the 2012 short film The Blue Dildo, demonstrating her interest in supporting independent storytelling.[1] Chung has further engaged in media through podcast appearances, where she discusses her career trajectory, overcoming self-doubt, and balancing professional ambitions with personal relaxation, often drawing from her Korean-American heritage to highlight immigrant family dynamics.[48]Awards and nominations
Wins
In 2009, Jamie Chung received the ShoWest Award for Female Star of Tomorrow, recognizing her as an emerging talent in the film industry; the award was shared with her co-stars Briana Evigan, Leah Pipes, and Rumer Willis from the film Sorority Row at the ShoWest Convention in Las Vegas.[49] This honor highlighted her transition from reality television to feature films, marking an early industry acknowledgment of her potential. Chung's performance in the 2012 independent film Eden, where she portrayed a young woman ensnared in human trafficking, earned her two significant festival accolades that year. At the South by Southwest (SXSW) Film Festival, she won the Special Jury Award for Narrative Competition, praised for her compelling and nuanced acting in a true-story adaptation.[49][50] Later, at the Seattle International Film Festival, she was awarded the Golden Space Needle for Best Actress, further affirming the critical impact of her role in elevating awareness of social issues through cinema.[49] Additionally, in 2009, Chung won the Young Hollywood Award for Female Action Star, celebrating her breakout roles in action-oriented projects that showcased her versatility early in her career.[49] While she has garnered recognition at other festivals for supporting roles in independent shorts, these remain more localized achievements without broader industry-wide honors.Nominations
Chung earned a nomination at the 27th Screen Actors Guild Awards in 2021 for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series for her role as Ji-Ah in the HBO series Lovecraft Country, sharing the recognition with her co-stars including Jurnee Smollett-Bell, Jonathan Majors, and Aunjanue Ellis.[51] In 2014, Chung received a nomination from the Women's Film Critics Circle for Best Animated Female for voicing Go Go Tomago in Big Hero 6.[49] She has also garnered genre-specific nods, including a 2011 Golden Schmoes Award nomination for Best T&A for her role as Amber in Sucker Punch, highlighting her contribution to the film's action ensemble.[49]Personal life
Marriage and family
Jamie Chung met actor Bryan Greenberg at a pool party hosted by Nylon magazine in the early 2000s, though they did not begin dating until early 2012 after reconnecting in New York and Los Angeles.[52] The couple became engaged in December 2013 and married on October 31, 2015, in a private Halloween-themed ceremony at El Capitan Canyon near Santa Barbara, California, attended by over 200 family members and friends, incorporating personal vows and Jewish traditions reflective of Greenberg's heritage.[53] Chung and Greenberg welcomed twin sons in October 2021 via surrogate, as Chung opted for surrogacy due to concerns that pregnancy might disrupt her acting career during a pivotal professional period.[54][55] The couple has shared that parenthood has strengthened their partnership, with Chung noting improved communication and emotional openness influenced by her Korean family background, while they employ a "divide and conquer" approach to parenting to manage their demanding schedules.[56][57] They aim to blend cultural elements from Chung's Korean heritage and Greenberg's Jewish upbringing, exposing their children to both traditions as a way to honor their respective family roots.[58] While valuing privacy, Chung occasionally shares glimpses of family life on social media, such as holiday celebrations and travels, often featuring the twins in festive outfits without revealing their faces to maintain boundaries.[59] Chung has described balancing motherhood with her career as rewarding yet challenging, emphasizing self-care and the joys of watching her sons' personalities develop amid their busy lives.[56]Residences and recent events
Jamie Chung was born in San Francisco, California, where she spent her early years before relocating to Los Angeles during the early stages of her acting career.[60] She established a long-term residence in Los Angeles, including a mid-century home shared with her husband, Bryan Greenberg, which featured renovations such as a transformed deck and a California-cool kitchen.[61][62] In January 2025, Chung and Greenberg's Los Angeles home was destroyed by the Palisades Fire, one of several wildfires ravaging Southern California.[63] The couple safely evacuated with their family prior to the destruction, with Greenberg stating on Instagram that "family is safe and that’s all that matters. Everything else is just stuff."[63] Chung expressed gratitude to firefighters and offered prayers for other affected families, emphasizing the importance of safety amid the crisis.[63] Their family, including their twin sons, received support during the evacuation and immediate aftermath.[63] In 2023, Chung appeared on the PBS series Finding Your Roots, where genealogical research traced her Korean ancestry back over 200 years to her 18th great-grandfather, who held a high-ranking position in the Korean government during the 14th century.[64] This discovery connected her lineage to significant historical figures in Korean history, surprising Chung with the depth of her family's heritage.[65]Filmography
Film
Chung began her film career with small roles in comedies before transitioning to more prominent parts in action, drama, and animated features. Her breakthrough came with supporting roles in high-profile ensemble films, showcasing her versatility across genres. Below is a chronological list of her feature film credits.| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | I Now Pronounce You Chuck & Larry | Hooters Girl | Directed by Dennis Dugan; co-starring Adam Sandler and Kevin James; her film debut in a buddy comedy about firefighters pretending to be gay for insurance benefits. |
| 2009 | Dragonball Evolution | Chi-Chi | Directed by James Wong; co-starring Justin Chatwin and Chow Yun-fat; live-action adaptation of the manga series.[66] |
| 2009 | Sorority Row | Claire | Directed by Stewart Hendler; co-starring Briana Evigan and Leah Pipes; slasher horror film involving sorority sisters covering up a prank gone wrong. |
| 2010 | Grown Ups | Amber Hilliard | Directed by Dennis Dugan; co-starring Adam Sandler and Kevin James; ensemble comedy about friends reuniting after years.[21] |
| 2011 | Sucker Punch | Amber | Directed by Zack Snyder; co-starring Emily Browning and Abbie Cornish; action-fantasy film featuring Chung as an action-oriented dancer in steampunk-inspired fantasy sequences.[67] |
| 2011 | The Hangover Part II | Lauren | Directed by Todd Phillips; co-starring Bradley Cooper and Ed Helms; sequel to the 2009 hit comedy, with the film grossing over $586 million worldwide, marking a major commercial success for Chung. |
| 2012 | The Man with the Iron Fists | Lady Silk | Directed by RZA; co-starring Russell Crowe and Lucy Liu; martial arts action film set in 19th-century China.[68] |
| 2012 | Premium Rush | Nima | Directed by David Koepp; co-starring Joseph Gordon-Levitt and Michael Shannon; high-octane action thriller centered on a bicycle messenger in New York City. |
| 2012 | Eden | Eden | Directed by Megan Griffiths; co-starring Matt O'Leary and Beau Garrett; lead role in a drama based on the true story of a human trafficking survivor, earning critical praise for Chung's performance.[69] |
| 2013 | The Hangover Part III | Lauren Price | Directed by Todd Phillips; co-starring Bradley Cooper and Zach Galifianakis; final installment in the comedy trilogy.[70] |
| 2014 | Big Hero 6 | Go Go Tomago (voice) | Directed by Don Hall and Chris Williams; co-starring voices of Ryan Potter and Scott Adsit; Disney animated superhero film that won the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature.[71] |
| 2014 | Sin City: A Dame to Kill For | Miho | Directed by Robert Rodriguez and Frank Miller; co-starring Mickey Rourke and Jessica Alba; neo-noir action anthology sequel.[72] |
| 2015 | The Gift | Mallory | Directed by Joel Edgerton; co-starring Jason Bateman and Rebecca Hall; psychological thriller exploring themes of past secrets and revenge. |
| 2016 | Office Christmas Party | Meghan | Directed by Josh Gordon and Will Speck; co-starring Jason Bateman and Jennifer Aniston; ensemble comedy about desperate efforts to impress a corporate boss during the holidays.[73] |
| 2017 | Wish Upon | Mercedes | Directed by John R. Leonetti; co-starring Joey King and Ryan Merriman; supernatural horror film about a cursed music box.[74] |
| 2024 | Reunion | Jasmine Park | Directed by Chris Nelson; co-starring Lil Rel Howery and Billy Magnussen; comedy-mystery set at a snowbound high school reunion turned murder investigation.[75] |
| 2024 | Junction | Katie | Directed by Bryan Greenberg; co-starring Sophia Bush and Ryan Eggold; thriller addressing the opioid crisis through interconnected stories of a pharmaceutical CEO, doctor, and patient.[22] |
| 2025 | I'm Beginning to See the Light | Sarah Cooper | Directed by Konstantin Khudyakov; co-starring Jack Huston and Abbie Cornish; character-driven drama about grief and revenge following a family's tragic loss.[76] |
| 2025 | Stone Cold Fox | Officer Corbett | Directed by Sophie Tabet; co-starring Kiernan Shipka and Kiefer Sutherland; 1980s-set revenge thriller about a woman escaping an abusive commune.[77] |
Television
Chung's television career encompasses a range of roles in both live-action and animated series, spanning reality television, guest appearances, recurring parts, and lead roles in scripted shows. Her early work included reality programming, transitioning to scripted guest spots before securing more substantial recurring and series regular positions in genre and drama series.[6]| Year(s) | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | The Real World: San Diego | Self | Reality series; cast member in the fourteenth season, noted as her television debut. |
| 2006–2007 | Veronica Mars | Parker Lee | Guest role; two episodes ("The Rapes of Graff"). |
| 2007 | Days of Our Lives | Cordy Han | Guest role; three episodes. |
| 2007 | ER | Jin Kim | Guest role; single episode ("Sea and Sky"). |
| 2007 | CSI: NY | Misty | Guest role; single episode ("One Wedding and a Funeral"). |
| 2007–2008 | Greek | Siena / The Tri-Pi Sister | Recurring role as a sorority pledge; 4 episodes across the first two seasons. |
| 2008 | Samurai Girl | Heaven Kogo | Lead role in ABC Family miniseries; 6 episodes. |
| 2010 | Lie to Me | Lily | Guest role; single episode ("React to Contact"). |
| 2011 | Modern Family | Whitney | Guest role; single episode ("Regrets Only"). |
| 2012–2017 | Once Upon a Time | Mulan | Recurring role; 8 episodes across multiple seasons. |
| 2014 | Believe | Dr. Elizabeth McHugh | Main cast; series regular in the NBC drama, appearing in all 13 episodes. |
| 2015–2019 | Gotham | Valerie Vale | Recurring role as a journalist; 26 episodes total across the series run. |
| 2017–2019 | The Gifted | Clarice Fong / Blink | Main cast; series regular, 29 episodes. |
| 2017–2021 | Big Hero 6: The Series | Go Go Tomago (voice) | Main voice role; regular in the Disney XD animated series based on the film. |
| 2020 | Lovecraft Country | Ji-Ah | Recurring role; appeared in 7 episodes of the HBO horror drama. |
| 2025 | Dexter: Resurrection | Maya | Guest role; reprise from Dexter: New Blood in the Showtime revival series.[6] |
Video games
Jamie Chung has made limited but impactful contributions to the video game industry, primarily through voice acting roles that showcase her versatility in portraying strong, dynamic characters. Her involvement in gaming often intersects with her broader work in animation and action genres, extending her performances from film and television into interactive media. Notably, her role as Go Go Tomago from the Big Hero 6 franchise carried over to video games, allowing her to reprise the tough, speed-loving engineer in a crossover context that broadened the character's reach to gaming audiences.[78] This extension of her Big Hero 6 voice work—initially established in the 2014 film and subsequent television series—highlights how Chung's portrayal added depth to Go Go Tomago's interactive appearances, emphasizing the character's athleticism and no-nonsense attitude in gameplay scenarios. No additional interactive projects tied to her recent film roles, such as virtual reality adaptations, have been confirmed as of 2025.[79] Chung's video game credits are enumerated below:| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Command & Conquer: Red Alert 3 - Uprising | Cmdr. Takara Sato | Voice role as a military commander in the real-time strategy expansion.[80] |
| 2011 | X-Men: Destiny | Aimi Yoshida | Voice role as a young mutant navigating a story-driven action-adventure game.[81] |
| 2019 | Kingdom Hearts III | Go Go Tomago | Voice role reprising her Big Hero 6 character in the action RPG crossover.[78] |