Overview

• Courtney Henggeler, best known for her role as Amanda LaRusso in Netflix's Cobra Kai, has officially retired from acting after more than 20 years in the industry.
• Her decision follows the conclusion of Cobra Kai’s sixth and final season in February 2025, marking the end of her most prominent role to date.
• Henggeler expressed frustration with the industry's grind, describing her career as a constant hustle with fleeting moments of creative fulfillment.
• Despite achieving notable milestones, including working with George Clooney and appearing on billboards, she described her success as unfulfilling and likened it to 'surviving off crumbs.'
• In her announcement, she emphasized a desire to take control of her future, stating, 'I want to be the machine,' signaling a shift toward self-determined ventures beyond acting.