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,' which aired its final season in February 2025, marking the end of her most prominent role.
• In a Substack post, Henggeler expressed dissatisfaction with the relentless grind of acting, rejecting the role of being 'a cog in the wheel of the machine.'
• Despite achieving commercial success with 'Cobra Kai' and working with notable figures like George Clooney, she described the industry's demands as stifling.
• Henggeler emphasized her desire to take control of her future, declaring, 'I want to be the machine,' as she reflects on redefining her professional path.