Trivia

Speaks fluent Korean, English, French and Spanish.

First woman of Asian descent to win multiple Golden Globes.

(July 12, 2018) Made history becoming the first Asian actor ever to receive an Emmy nomination in the best actress category for her role on Killing Eve (2018).

She became an American citizen in 2018.

Attended the National Theatre School in Montreal, Quebec.

Was a member of a National Champion Canadian Improv Team at The Canadian Improv Games in the late nineties.

She was awarded the O.C. (Officer of the Order of Canada) on May 19, 2022 and Invested on September 17, 2022 from the Canadian Governor General. She lives between Ottawa, Ontario, Canada and Los Angeles, California, United States of America. She is a multi-talented actress and producer whose work has been internationally acclaimed by audiences and critics. As an advocate for art and inclusive storytelling, she is recognized as an inspiration for the versatility of her roles and her skill as a performer in numerous stage and screen productions, including Double Happiness, Sideways, Grey's Anatomy, Killing Eve, The Chair and Turning Red.

She loves Spain and especially the city of Barcelona.

Has a sister named Grace, a lawyer, and a brother named Ray, a doctor in genetics.

In Dancing at the Blue Iguana (2000), her character came from Seattle, Washington, to work in Southern California. In Grey's Anatomy (2005), her character came from Southern California to work in Seattle.

Is a lifelong fan of Japanese artist Yoko Ono.

Attended Sir Robert Borden High School in Nepean, Ontario.