The incident that took place at Washington State's Summer Con began after Alicia Hannah-Kim tapped the shoulder of the actor, who plays the antagonist sensei John Kreese.

I’ve always respected her and considered her a highly professional and talented co-worker on Cobra Kai."The statement continued, "I was being playful in the moment but went too far and there is absolutely no excuse for my behavior.

Martin Kove has issued a public apology to his “ Cobra Kai ” co-star Alicia Hannah-Kim after he aggressively bit her arm at a fan convention on Sunday.