Kato (The Green Hornet)

Kato
Bruce Lee as Kato
Publication information
First appearanceThe Green Hornet (1936)
Created byFran Striker
In-story information
PartnershipsGreen Hornet
Supporting character ofMulan Kato (daughter)
AbilitiesMaster martial artist
Automotive engineering expert
Kung-fu
Jiujitsu
Judo

Kato is a fictional character from The Green Hornet franchise. This character has appeared with the Green Hornet in radio, film, television, book and comic book versions. Kato is the Green Hornet's crime-fighting sidekick, and Britt Reid's manservant in civilian life, and has been played by a number of actors. On radio, Kato was initially played by Raymond Hayashi, then Roland Parker who had the role for most of the run, and in the later years Mickey Tolan and Paul Carnegie. Keye Luke took the role in the movie serials, and in the television series, he was portrayed by Bruce Lee. Jay Chou played Kato in the 2011 Green Hornet film.