Kenny’s brother in “Cobra Kai” is incarcerated, which significantly impacts Kenny’s life and behavior.
In the series “Cobra Kai,” Kenny Payne’s older brother, Shawn Payne, is serving time in juvenile detention. This situation leaves Kenny without his main role model and protector, leading to Kenny facing bullying at school on his own. Shawn’s incarceration is a pivotal point for Kenny’s character development, as it influences his decision to join the Cobra Kai dojo under the guidance of Terry Silver. Kenny looks up to his brother and feels the weight of his absence, which drives him to seek a sense of belonging and strength through karate, ultimately shaping his journey throughout the series.