James Hong Biography

Fast Facts

• Although born in America, was educated partly in Hong Kong, where his father was from
• Before becoming an actor, gained a degree in civil engineering and worked as a road engineer in Los Angeles for seven years, using his holidays and sick days for auditions and acting
• Enrolled in the United States Army during the Korean War, but quickly gained such a reputation for entertaining troops that, before he was deployed, he was asked to stay behind and oversee the army camp's live shows
• As well as acting, has tried his hand at directing, producing and writing
• Has an extensive filmography as an actor, with well over 500 films to his name
• Starred in two totally unrelated films entitled China Girl; one in 1974 and one in 1987
• Although not necessarily a household name, is a favourite amongst film enthusiasts, with roles in many cult classics including Mulan, Blade Runner, Big Trouble in Little China, Wayne's World and Kung Fu Panda