IAN ANTHONY DALE

 

 

Ian Anthony Dale (born July 3, 1978) is an American actor. Born in Saint Paul, Minnesota, he attended college in Madison, Wisconsin. He is of Japanese, French and English descent.

 

Movies

In 2004, Dale appeared in the film Mr. 3000 as "Fukuda", alongside Bernie Mac, Angela Bassett and Chris Noth. His next movie role was in 2007's The Bucket List as an instructor to Jack Nicholson and Morgan Freeman's characters in one of the scenes. He followed that up with a minor part in The Hangover in 2009, and did the independent filmLollipops in the same year.

In 2010, he starred in the Tekken movie as Kazuya Mishima and in Flying Lessons.

That same year, Dale portrayed Scorpion in the short film of Mortal Kombat: Rebirth on YouTube.^[1] The film paved way for a web series, Mortal Kombat: Legacy, in which Dale reprised his role. He will play Scorpion again in the second season.

 

Television

Dale had his first television break on a 2002 episode of Fastlane. Since then he has appeared in episodes of Angel, JAG, Las Vegas, Charmed, 24, CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, Criminal Minds, Dollhouse and Cold Case.

Major television roles have included recurring character Davis Lee on Surface, and Detective Christopher Choi on Day Break. Both series were only broadcast for one season and did not return for a second.

Dale was a series regular in the NBC drama series The Event, which premiered in Fall 2010. The series has since been cancelled.

His most recent recurring role is on "Hawaii Five-0" as Adam Noshimuri.

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Ian Anthony Dale talks about acting and Hawaii Five 0

 

By Amy Bakari

September 19, 2012

 

 

H50 fans knows him as Kono’s boyfriend and McGarrett’s unlikely ally – Ian Anthony Dale plays Adam Noshimori, son of is the son of Hiro Noshimuri, leader of the Japanese Yakuza. Ian’s character “Adam” has appeared in five episodes. And towards the end, Adam and Kono seemed to have fallen in love.

Ian is best known for his break out role in NBC’s acclaimed series “The Event” as double agent Simon Lee.

 

His additional television credits include a series regular role on “Surface,” and recurring roles on “Day Break,” “24,” and “Criminal Minds.” He has also appeared on “Burn Notice,” “Cold Case,” and all three shows of the “CSI” franchise. Feature film credits include “The Hangover,” “Tekken,” “The Bucket List,” and “Mr. 3000.” Dale was also part of the most watched web series of all time “Mortal Kombat: Legacy” where he played the iconic Scorpion.

 

Ian, a son of an Olympic hockey player, once dreamed of a career in professional sports. After a debilitating injury in high school threatened that dream, he refocused his energy from the baseball field to the theatrical stage. He graduated high school with best actor honors and continued to perfect his craft at the University of Wisconsin, where he earned his BA in film. Right after graduation, Hollywood beckoned, where Ian worked as a set builder for two years then soon after he began pursuing acting roles.

When cameras aren’t rolling, Ian can be found hiking, surfing and exploring the world. Ian loves to work with his hands – his favorite hobby is designing and building custom furniture.

 

Just who is Ian Anthony Dale

1. When did you know that “acting” is something that you wanted to pursue and that you can be good at?

I got involved in theater late in high school and quickly learned that through acting, one has the ability to affect an emotional change in another, and that resonated with me. We all go to the theater and cinema to be inspired and moved on an emotional level, sometimes to laughter, sometimes to tears. Once I discovered that acting could have such an effect, I was sold. It has been one of the most rewarding discoveries I have ever made.

 

2. Your resume is very impressive, what would you consider was the pivotal break in your career?

I’m fortunate to have had many great opportunities in my career, some more pivotal than others. It’s difficult to say which one has had the greatest impact thus far but if I had to narrow it down I would say “The Hangover” and “The Event.” “The Hangover” was such a fun movie to be a part of and it gave me a lot of exposure. My character Simon on “The Event” has been the most challenging and most rewarding character I’ve gotten to play. I must admit that with the recent developments of my character on Hawaii Five-0, Adam is starting to contest for that title.

 

3. Who would you consider to be the most influential person(s)/actor(s) in your career?

I have many. From my acting teachers Katie Kreitzer, Gary Diomandes, Laura Gardner, and Greg Braun, to my parents Jack and Olga Dale, to my manager and dear friend Charlton Blackburne, I have learned so much. These people have had a tremendous impact in my life and career, and I am so grateful for them.

 

4. You have been known to play “villain” character roles, is there a reason why you play these roles?

You know, in my experience I’ve found that some of the best villains are played by some of the nicest guys. Marc Dacascos is a perfect example. His Wo Fat character could not be more detestable. Marc, on the other hand, is one of the kindest, sweetest men I’ve ever met. A lot of the time, a moral compass is all that separates a hero from being a villain; otherwise the two are very much the same. Both are generally the richest and most complex characters, and they get to have all the fun. I guess it’s those types of roles that I ultimately gravitate towards.

 

5. What does it mean to be Asian-American in Hollywood? What are the challenges that Asian-American actors face in Hollywood?

Hollywood can be a really tough environment for anyone trying to make a living. Unfortunately for actors of color, namely Asian Americans, opportunities have been and remain substantially limited. One place this is not the case is on Hawaii Five-0 where we have three Asian American series regulars and a landscape rich with diversity. I think the industry can learn a lot from a show like Hawaii Five-0. They are proving week in and week out that you can portray Asian Americans in strong, non-stereotypical ways and still be a successful show. As an Asian American actor, I believe it is important to never settle for the status quo. I feel a responsibility to do everything in my power to create positive perceptions of Asian Americans through my work. We need more visibility. Imagine if a strong Asian American leading male actor had been cast to take over for Matt Damon in the "Bourne" franchise. Now that would be a game changer, and that is what I am working towards.

 

Ian talks about his Hawaii Five 0 experience

1. What was the best part of being on the set of Hawaii Five 0?

“Ohana.” Hawaii Five-0 has one of the best cast and crew I have ever worked with. They make me feel at home.

 

2. What do you want to happen to Adam’s character?

I don’t know. I think it would be really interesting to explore Adam’s past, his relationship with his father, and how he and Kono’s romance began. I look forward to the opportunity to continue and develop this character. I think Adam is a good guy caught in a really difficult place. There is a lot of internal struggle going on with him that adds to his complexity. How do you remain good when you’re the head of an organization that is notoriously bad? How do you gain the trust of the woman you love? These are just a few of the challenges facing Adam and it will be exciting to see how Adam handles the adversity. I couldn’t be happier about the way the character is developing.

 

How is it like to work opposite Grace Park?

That would be an interesting avenue to explore. I do think that in order for Adam and Kono to have a realistic shot at being together, Adam is going to have to earn the trust of the rest of the Five-0 team. How he does that is anybody’s guess. I certainly hope there is a long and prosperous future for Adam and Kono. Grace is an absolute pleasure to work with. She is such a committed and generous actor. She elevates my work. If I get to work with her again and again I’ll be a lucky guy.

 

3. While working on H50 and in HI, have you had a chance to go around the island? Is there a favorite thing you love to do when in Hawaii? Have you tasted some of the local delicacy? Malasadas? Coco-puffs, Loco Moco or Shave ice?

I love Hawaii. It is one of my favorite places in the world. I take full advantage of my time off and do as much exploring as I can. I’ve hiked Coco Head and Crouching Lion, surfed Waikiki, Haleiwa, Chuns, Kahana Bay, and Pipe, and snorkeled Sharks Cove. I have some good friends on the North Shore so I spend quite a bit of time on that side of the Island. Love the chocolate haupia pie at Ted’s and the shave ice at Matsumoto’s. A couple of my favorites in Honolulu are Morimoto and this Japanese Italian fusion place that Daniel Dae Kim introduced me to called Bernini. Oh yeah, and the nightlife isn’t so bad either.

 

4. What do you think of the H50fandom on Twitter? Is there a message that you want to tell the fans?

The H50 fandom on twitter is awesome. They have been so positive and so supportive, and they have made me feel so welcome. Clearly that ohana extends into the social network. I would just like to say “mahalo” to the fans for all your support and kindness and I hope I get the opportunity to do great work on the show for you guys for a long time to come.

 

Ian returned to the island to shoot Season 3 of Hawaii Five O and before leaving he tweeted this "Until next time my island fam. Mahalo" and from all us your Ohana, "Ho'iho'i a hawaii nei aku", Adam (Come back to Hawaii soon, Adam).

 

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Ian Anthony Dale Joins TNT 'Murder'

By Nellie Andreeva

May 24. 2013

 

 

Ian Anthony Dale (The Hangover, NBC’s The Event) has joined the cast of TNT’s drama pilot Murder In The First as a series regular. Co-created by Steven Bochco and Eric Lodal, the project is a murder mystery that centers on San Fransisco PD homicide detectives Terry Seagrave (Taye Diggs) and Hildy Mulligan (Kathleen Robertson), as they take on a case that seems more like a maze. Dale will play Lieutenant Jim Koto, a no-nonsense homicide police lieutenant with movie star good looks who is Hildy and Terry’s superior. The actor, repped by A Management, Kohner Agency and Derek Kroeger, is recurring on CBS’ Hawaii Five-O as Adam Noshimuri, son to head of the Yakuza and boyfriend of Five-O officer Kono Kalakaua (Grace Park).

 

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St. Paul native Ian Anthony Dale gets advice from cop brother for TNT show

By Amy Carlson Gustafson

July 5, 2015

 

 

Ian Anthony Dale had dreams of being a major league baseball player, but an injury led him away from the field and onto the stage. For more than a decade, Dale’s been carving out a successful acting career in Los Angeles.

The 36-year-old St. Paul native is currently on TNT’s new drama “Murder in the First.” In the fall, he will be seen on a couple of episodes of the CW’s “Hart of Dixie” and also returning to his role on CBS’ “Hawaii Five-O.”

Dale, who grew up in St. Paul’s Midway area and attended Cretin-Derham Hall High School, remembers catching the acting bug during his junior year.

“My friends were encouraging me to audition for a school play and I thought it sounded like a horrible idea,” he said on the phone from Los Angeles. “I was horribly shy and insecure. But I went ahead and did and was petrified throughout the process. I ended up getting a part that led to my discovery of theater.”

At the time, baseball was his true passion. During his senior year he had a shoulder injury, but continued to play. He helped his team snag the 1996 state championship.

“I decided to play through the pain instead of getting surgery and so I did irreparable damage to my shoulder,” he said. “I tried to get surgery and rehab it and play in college, but it never came back. I was fortunate to make the discovery of theater roughly around the same time my baseball career was coming to an end, so I had a perfect new hobby to put my passion into.”

After graduating from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Dale moved to Los Angeles, working on set design before moving in front of the camera.

In “Murder in the First,” which debuted last month, Dale plays police lieutenant Jim Koto, a complicated man who straddles the line between cop and politician. When it comes to getting advice on the part, Dale turns to his brother Sgt. Robert Dale, a homicide detective in the Minneapolis Police Department.

“I’ve played a handful of detectives throughout my career and every time I do and I have a question regarding anything technical or authenticity, he’s the first person I call,” Dale said.

“I’ve always been fascinated with his career and what he does. He’s always been forthcoming in sharing with me his experiences, so I have a direct line to the psychology of somebody in law enforcement and it’s so invaluable. He’ll also be the first person to tell me when I do something wrong. It’s best to check with him beforehand to make sure I’m always doing it right and being authentic.”

On “Hawaii Five-O” his character, Adam Noshimuri, is attempting to legitimize the family business and having a steamy romance with Grace Park’s Kono Kalakaua.

“It’s the first time in my career I’ve really gotten to play a romantic lead,” he said. “For an Asian-American actor that’s kind of a benchmark — it doesn’t happen everyday.”

Dale was to return to Minnesota over the Fourth of July holiday to visit family and friends. He says his parents — Jack, who was on the 1968 Olympic hockey team and also played for the Minnesota Gophers, and his mom, Olga, who was born in Japan and has worked in the nursing profession for more than 50 years — were always supportive of his decision to pursue acting. Aside from some business in the Twin Cities, he will be hanging out with his family — Mom and Dad now live in Cannon Falls — during his short time home.

“When I come home, I’m typically a homebody,” he said. “I see my parents and family so seldom now, I just want to spend as much time with them as possible.”

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