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James Hong ( Chinese: 吳漢章; born February 22, 1929) is an American actor, producer and director. He has worked in numerous productions in U.S. media since the later years of the Golden Age of Hollywood in the 1950s, portraying a variety of roles. He is known as one of the most prolific character actors of all time.
James Hong was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA. He studied civil engineering at the University of Minnesota, but at some point along the way became interested in acting. He graduated from the University of Southern California and practiced for 1½ years as a road engineer with the County of Los Angeles.
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Learn about the life and career of James Hong, a prolific and well-recognized Asian-American actor of movies and television. Find out his birthplace, education, family, awards, trivia and more on IMDb.
- February 22, 1929
May 10, 2022 · James Hong, one of the most prolific Asian American actors in history, got a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Tuesday. Hong, 93, who was joined by celebrity guest speakers Daniel Dae Kim and ...
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Feb 27, 2023 · James Hong is a living Hollywood legend who has appeared in more than 500 TV roles, more than 150 feature films and 30-plus short films. He has also voiced Mr. Ping in Kung Fu Panda and Chi-Fu in Mulan. He was made the oldest person to accept the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2022. Learn more about his life and career.
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Mar 7, 2024 · James Hong, 95, shares his secret to his longevity and success in the film industry, from working with Clark Gable to Everything Everywhere All at Once. He also reflects on his fight for Asian American representation and his role in Kung Fu Panda 4.
Jun 14, 2022 · In 1953, James Hong left Minnesota with a buddy in a Buick and hit Route 66, bound for California. After serving in the U.S. Army during the Korean War, during which he put on shows for his fellow ...
