‘Cobra Kai’ Stars Mary Mouser and Tanner Buchanan Confirm Engagement Amid Series Finale

Wedding bells are ringing for Cobra Kai costars Mary Mouser and Tanner Buchanan, perfectly timed with the series conclusion.

The couple announced their engagement with synchronized Instagram posts on Thursday, coinciding with the launch of the Karate Kid-inspired series' final season on Netflix.

“This is such a special moment in our lives, the closing of one chapter and celebrating the continuation of another,” the couple shared.

“We’re so grateful for the love and support, and though we’re partial to having our private moments, we’re excited to share this check-in to our world.”

The announcement included three photos, one featuring the couple toasting with champagne to their exciting future.

In Cobra Kai, Mouser portrays Samantha LaRusso, the daughter of Ralph Macchio's iconic "Karate Kid" character, while Buchanan plays Robby Keene, the son of William Zabka's Johnny Lawrence. The characters were once an item on this Karate Kid spinoff.

The announcement followed the couple's red carpet appearance, where they showed matching rings on their left hands, sparking further engagement rumors. The duo shared a kiss, confirming their romance publicly for the first time, while dressed impeccably for the event.

‘Cobra Kai’ Stars Mary Mouser and Tanner Buchanan

Series End and Cast Reactions

Cobra Kai creators Josh Heald, Jon Hurwitz, and Hayden Schlossberg announced that the show's popular run concludes with its sixth season. On set, Buchanan reflected on the emotional impact of finishing this beloved series.

"I’d woken up about three hours before I was supposed to be on set and laid in bed... I just started crying," Buchanan confessed, sharing the heartfelt final moments of production.

Despite the series-ending, Buchanan expressed hope for revisiting the franchise, showcasing the cast's strong bond built over years.

"There's not one person that we don't hang out with and have fun with... we're going to be around in each other's lives forever," Buchanan enthused.

Since its debut on YouTube in 2018 and transition to Netflix in 2020, Cobra Kai has expanded the Karate Kid legacy, earning it a fervent fanbase.

Personal Impression

The synchrony of Mary Mouser and Tanner Buchanan’s real-life engagement with Cobra Kai’s grand finale underscores life imitating art. Emotions run high as cast connections forged over years continue off-screen, symbolic of the significant cultural impact the series and its storyline have had. While the series conclusion marks the end of an era, the relentless enthusiasm and shared aspirations signify a journey worth cherishing for both creators and fans.