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Cobra Kai Star Courtney Henggeler Exits Hollywood After Two Decades in the Industry
Courtney Henggeler, known for her role in the popular series “Cobra Kai,” has made the significant decision to leave Hollywood after more than 20 years in the entertainment industry. The 46-year-old actress revealed her choice through a heartfelt post on her Substack blog, where she expressed her desire to take control of her career.
In her candid reflection, Henggeler stated that she is finally ready to “tap out” of the challenging landscape of acting. She announced, “After 20 plus years of fighting the good fight in the acting business, I hung up my gloves.” This statement highlights the difficulties many actors face as they navigate the competitive nature of the industry.
Breaking Free from the Hollywood Machine
Henggeler articulated her frustration with the Hollywood system, emphasizing her desire to escape being just a cog in the wheel. She shared her wish to become the machine instead, gaining greater control over her career and personal life.
Having risen to fame as Amanda LaRusso in Netflix’s “Cobra Kai,” Henggeler starred alongside notable actors from “The Karate Kid,” including Ralph Macchio and William Zabka. Her character, who is Macchio’s on-screen wife, has won the hearts of many fans over the series’ five seasons.
A Journey Marked by Hardship
Throughout her 20s, Henggeler experienced the ups and downs of the entertainment world, landing roles on various well-known series like “House,” “NCIS,” and “The Big Bang Theory.” However, she admitted that her experiences primarily revolved around the “hustle” of Hollywood, rather than the artistry of acting.
In her blog post, she described her career journey as surviving off the “crumbs” of Hollywood.
