Mimi Miyagi, born Melody Damayo on July 3, 1973, in Davao City, Philippines, is a Filipino-American former pornographic actress, director, and model. Moving to the United States at age six, she grew up in California and entered the adult industry in the 1990s as a nude model and go-go dancer. Adopting her stage name inspired by a childhood nickname and the Karate Kid character, she became notable for her exotic appeal and performances.
A highlight was her comeback role in the 2003 adult film 'Happy Ending,' following an initial retirement in 1996 due to financial pressures from divorce. She briefly returned in 2003 and retired again in 2007. Miyagi also directed films, appeared in the documentary 'Strippers: The Naked Stages' (1998), and published 'Oriental Dolls' magazine.
Post-porn, she ran for Nevada governor as a Republican in 2006, acted in mainstream movies like 'Little Bruno' (2007), and works as a fashion reporter. Ranked #12 in Complex's Top 50 Hottest Asian Porn Stars.