Best known for his breakout role as Lt. Kenji Kinoshita in the epic WWII drama A War Diary - A performance that earned him an Asian Television Awards nomination for Best Actor, Jimmy Taenaka is a seasoned Japanese-American actor whose career spans Hollywood, Asia, and Europe.

Born and raised in Monterey, California, Jimmy discovered acting unexpectedly after landing his first audition role in Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, which set him on the path to a lifelong craft.

His Hollywood credits include Robocop 3 and guest-starring appearances in Brooklyn South, and Martial Law. In Europe, he appeared in the award-winning French production L’Empire du Tigre and the German feature Tiger Team – Der Berg der 1000 Drachen. One of his most memorable roles remains Kung Fu Killers, where he starred opposite David Carradine and Daryl Hannah. Jimmy has headlined numerous television series including Love Matters and First Mums. He also played pivotal roles in several HBO Asia originals such as Dead Mine and Grisse, where he portrayed Tanaka, a mercenary driven by loyalty and vengeance. Beyond acting, Jimmy has contributed to the industry as an Associate Producer on Dance with the Dragon, starring Jason Scott Lee and Fann Wong.

A proud member of the Screen Actors Guild, Jimmy continues to bring depth, discipline, and intensity to every role, making him a powerful choice for productions.