Elisabeth Shue: From ‘80s Icon to Modern TV Powerhouse
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Early breakout: Elisabeth Shue first captured audiences as Ali Mills in the beloved 1984 classic The Karate Kid, quickly cementing her place in pop culture
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Acting range & accolades: She showcased her comedic side in Adventures in Babysitting (1987) and the sci-fi fun of Back to the Future II and III (1989–1990). Her dramatic turning point came with Leaving Las Vegas (1995), earning her an Academy Award nomination for Best Actress
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Hiatus & Harvard: After her success, Shue took a step back, then impressively returned to complete her degree at Harvard in 2000 before resuming her career
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Recent spotlight: She’s had standout roles in CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, The Boys, On the Verge, and notably returned as Ali in Cobra Kai Season 3. She admitted to feeling “a little worried” but ultimately felt honored within the Cobra Kai family
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