Chinese actors who were born in 1937
Here are 6 famous actors from China were born in 1937:
Yan Shunkai
Yan Shunkai (June 6, 1937 Hubei-) is a Chinese film director, actor and comedian.
Known for his outstanding contributions to the Chinese entertainment industry, Yan Shunkai was born on June 6, 1937, in Hubei province of China. Yan started his career in the entertainment industry as a film actor in the early 1960s. He later went on to direct several critically acclaimed movies during the 1980s and 1990s, including “Hero of Swallow,” which won the Best Director award at the Tokyo International Film Festival. Yan is also known for his comedic acting talent and has starred in many popular Chinese TV shows, such as “The Unpredictable Truth” and “The Story of Fang Shiyu." In recognition of his significant contributions, Yan has been the recipient of many notable awards over the years, including the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 11th Beijing Student Film Festival.
Fan Ho
Fan Ho (October 8, 1937 Shanghai-) also known as Ho Fan is a Chinese film director, actor and photographer.
He was born in Shanghai in 1937, and moved to Hong Kong with his family at the age of 18. In 1956, Ho Fan began experimenting with photography and quickly gained recognition for his unique and moody style. He became a self-taught photographer, mastering the use of light and shadow to create stunning and atmospheric images. In the 1960s and 1970s, Ho Fan worked as a film director and actor in Hong Kong, directing several award-winning films. However, his true passion remained photography, and he continued to capture the beauty of Hong Kong for years to come. Ho Fan's photographs have been exhibited around the world and are highly sought after by collectors. He passed away in 2016 at the age of 84, leaving behind a legacy of beautiful and timeless imagery.
Chia Tang
Chia Tang (January 7, 1937 Macau-) also known as Huang Tang, Tang Chia, Tong Gai, Jia Tang, Gai Tong or Kai Tong is a Chinese actor.
Chia Tang is best known for his work as a martial arts choreographer and action director for numerous Shaw Brothers Studio films during the 1970s and 1980s. He began his career as a stuntman and later worked his way up to become one of the most respected action directors in Hong Kong cinema. Tang also acted in many martial arts films and played memorable roles in classics such as "Five Deadly Venoms" and "Crippled Avengers". In addition to his work in film, Tang also served as a martial arts instructor, training many notable actors in Hong Kong cinema including Jet Li and Jackie Chan. He was awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award in 2017 at the Hong Kong Film Awards for his contributions to the martial arts film genre.
Xu Huanshan
Xu Huanshan (July 13, 1937 Beijing-) also known as Huanshan Xu or Xǔ Huánshān is a Chinese actor and film director.
He is best known for his performance in the film "The Red Detachment of Women", which is a revolutionary ballet that was adapted into a film. Xu Huanshan played the character of Hong Changqing, a brave and determined soldier who fought for the Communist cause. He began his acting career in the 1950s and has since appeared in over 60 films. In addition to his acting career, Xu Huanshan has also directed several films, most notably "The Great Wall Is a Great Wall" (1986). He has won numerous accolades for his contributions to Chinese cinema and culture, including the Hundred Flowers Award for Best Actor and the Golden Rooster Award for Lifetime Achievement. Despite his success, he has remained humble and dedicated to his craft, inspiring many in the Chinese film industry.
Jingwu Ma
Jingwu Ma (December 18, 1937 Ürümqi-) is a Chinese actor and professor. He has one child, Ma Chuan.
Jingwu Ma began his acting career in the 1960s and quickly rose to fame in China's film industry. He starred in several notable films such as "The Red Detachment of Women" and "Shaolin Temple". Along with his successful acting career, Ma is also known for his dedication to education. He is a professor at the Beijing Film Academy and has been teaching there since the 1990s. Ma has won numerous awards for his contributions to both the film and academic industries, including the Golden Phoenix Award and the Lifetime Achievement Award at the Beijing International Film Festival. In addition to his professional accomplishments, Ma is also recognized for his philanthropic work. He has donated to various charities and established a scholarship fund for aspiring filmmakers in China.
Yang Yueh
Yang Yueh (November 16, 1937 Hunan-) otherwise known as Hsiang Sheng Lu, Yue Chien-Feng or Yang Yue is a Chinese actor.
He began his career in Taiwan in the 1960s and rose to fame for his roles in wuxia films during the Shaw Brothers era in Hong Kong. Yang Yueh is known for his versatility as an actor and his ability to perform a wide range of roles, from heroic swordsmen to complex antiheroes. He has appeared in over 200 films throughout his career, earning multiple awards and nominations for his acting. In his later years, Yang Yueh has transitioned to television work and continues to be active in the entertainment industry.