Chinese actors who were born in 1942
Here are 10 famous actors from China were born in 1942:
Michael Hui
Michael Hui (September 3, 1942 Panyu District-) also known as Xǔ Guànwén, heoi2 gun3 man4, Koon-Man Hui, Hui Kuan Wen, Guanwen Xu, Michael Hui Koon-Man or Michael is a Chinese screenwriter, comedian, film director, actor and film producer.
He is widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in the Hong Kong comedy film industry. Hui began his career in entertainment as a stage actor alongside his brothers, Ricky and Sam Hui. In the 1970s, the trio formed the group "The Hui Brothers" and produced several popular comedy films that satirized aspects of Hong Kong society. Hui later ventured into solo projects and directed and starred in movies such as "Chicken and Duck Talk" and "Security Unlimited". Hui has won numerous awards for his contributions to the film industry, including the Hong Kong Film Award for Best Director and Best Screenplay. In addition to his work in film, he has also written books and hosted television shows.
Wu Ma
Wu Ma (September 22, 1942 Tianjin-February 4, 2014 Hong Kong) otherwise known as Fung Wu Ma, Fung Wo Ma, Ma Wo, Wuma Feng, Ma Ng, Feng Wu Ma, Wo Ma, Wu-Ma Feng, Ng Ma, Féng Hóngyuán, Wǔ Mǎ, Ng5 Maa5, Fung4 Wang4jyun4, Wu-Ma Fung, 午马, 午馬, 冯宏源, 馮宏源, Fun Wo-Ma or Wu Ma Feng was a Chinese film director, actor, film producer, screenwriter and comedian.
Wu Ma began his career in the late 1960s as an actor in the Shaw Brothers Studio films in Hong Kong. He played a variety of roles, from comedic to serious, and became known for his versatility as an actor. In addition to acting, Wu Ma also began directing films in the 1980s. He directed over 40 films during his career, including "The Dead and the Deadly" and "The Seventh Curse."
Wu Ma was also a prolific producer, screenwriter, and comedian. He wrote and produced many of the films he directed, and was known for his comedic timing and wit. Wu Ma continued working in the film industry until his death in 2014 at the age of 71. He is remembered as one of the most talented and versatile figures in Chinese cinema, and his contributions to the film industry continue to be celebrated today.
Mei Sheng Fan
Mei Sheng Fan (September 13, 1942 Shandong-) also known as Mui Sang Fan, Faan Mooi Saang, Fan Mui Sheng, Mei-Sheng Fan, Fan Mui Sang, Fan Mui Shung, Fan Mui-sang or Fan Mei-sheng is a Chinese actor and film producer. He has one child, Louis Fan.
Mei Sheng Fan started his career in the Hong Kong film industry in the 1960s. He is best known for his roles in the martial arts films of the 1970s and 1980s, particularly those produced by Shaw Brothers Studio. Some of his notable films include "Five Deadly Venoms," "The Brave Archer," and "Kid with the Golden Arm."
Apart from acting, Mei Sheng Fan also worked as a film producer in the 1980s and 1990s. He co-produced the film "A Better Tomorrow," directed by John Woo, which became a critical and commercial success.
In recent years, Mei Sheng Fan has appeared in several films produced in mainland China, including the hit comedy "Lost in Thailand." He has also received numerous awards for his contributions to the film industry, including a lifetime achievement award at the Hong Kong Film Awards in 2003.
Wang Tung
Wang Tung (April 14, 1942 Taihe County, Anhui-) a.k.a. Wang Chung-Ho, Wang Chung-Wo, Wong Ton, Wang Toon, Chung-Ho Wang, Tung Wang, Chuang-Ho Wang or Tong Wang is a Chinese film art director, film director, film producer and actor.
He graduated from the Central Academy of Arts and Design in 1965 with a degree in industrial design. He began his career in the film industry as an art director in the Central Newsreel and Documentary Film Studio in Beijing. He rose to fame with his work on the film "Heroic Sons and Daughters" in 1965. He later worked as a director and produced several films, including "The Duel" in 1971 and "The Shaolin Temple" in 1982. In addition to his work in film, he is also known for his contributions to Chinese opera and theater. He has won several awards for his work, including the Golden Horse Award for Best Art Direction in 1990.
Lan Sun
Lan Sun (April 21, 1942 Shandong-) also known as Sun Nan is a Chinese actor.
Sun Nan began his career as a stage actor in the early 1960s, and later transitioned to film and television. He has appeared in over 200 films and TV dramas, and has won several awards for his acting, including the Best Actor award at the Golden Rooster Awards, the highest film award in China. He is also a well-known voice actor and has dubbed for many foreign films and TV shows that were released in China. In addition to acting, Sun Nan has also served as the vice-chairman of the China Television Artists Association and has been active in promoting Chinese culture and art.
Jin Nakayama
Jin Nakayama (September 25, 1942 China-) a.k.a. Jinpei Nakayama is a Chinese actor.
Born in China to Japanese parents, Jin Nakayama grew up in Taiwan and Japan. He began his acting career in the late 1960s and soon established himself as a leading actor, known for his roles in action and martial arts movies. Nakayama is also a skilled martial artist, trained in karate, judo, and kendo. In addition to his work in film, he has also appeared in television dramas and stage productions. Despite being in his late 70s, he continues to work in the entertainment industry today.
Gao Ming
Gao Ming (January 28, 1942 Huayin-) is a Chinese actor.
He graduated from the Beijing Film Academy in 1965 and began his acting career in the Xi'an Film Studio. Some of his notable works include the films "The Big Parade" (1986) and "Farewell My Concubine" (1993), as well as the TV series "The Dream of Red Mansions" (1987). Gao Ming is also a prolific dubbing actor, having dubbed numerous foreign films and animations into Chinese. He has won several awards for his acting, including the Best Supporting Actor award at the 14th Hong Kong Film Awards for his role in "Holy Weapon" (1993). In addition to his acting career, Gao Ming has also been involved in social activism and charity work, particularly in advocating for the rights of the disabled.
Hai Yu
Hai Yu (July 18, 1942 Yantai-) otherwise known as Hai Yue, Hoi Yue or Yu Hai is a Chinese actor and martial artist.
He is best known for his roles in martial arts films, including "Shaolin Temple", "The Blade Spares None", and "Fist of Fury". Born in Shandong province, Hai Yu began training in martial arts at a young age and later studied at the Beijing Film Academy. He began his acting career in the 1970s and quickly rose to fame for his impressive martial arts skills on screen. In addition to his film work, Hai Yu has also acted in television dramas and has won several awards throughout his career, including the Best Actor award at the 2nd Golden Rooster Awards for his role in "The Legend of Xiao Chuo". Despite being a well-respected actor in China, Hai Yu is perhaps best known to Western audiences for his supporting role as Chen Zhen's father in Bruce Lee's "Fist of Fury".
Yukui Zhang
Yukui Zhang (September 13, 1942 Baoding-) is a Chinese actor.
He was born in Baoding, Hebei Province, China. Zhang graduated from the Shanghai Drama School and started his acting career in the Shanghai People's Art Theatre. He gained nationwide recognition for his role as Liu Bang in the historical drama "The Founding of a Republic" in 2009. Yukui Zhang has won numerous awards for his outstanding contribution to Chinese cinema, including the Best Leading Actor Award at the Golden Rooster Awards in 1989 and the Best Actor Award at the Chinese Film Media Awards in 1993. In addition to his work in film and television, he is also an accomplished stage actor and has performed in many renowned Chinese plays.
Yu Hai
Yu Hai (July 18, 1942 Yantai-) is a Chinese actor and martial artist.
He first gained recognition for his martial arts skills and became a national champion in wushu competitions in China. Yu Hai then transitioned into film and television, starring in numerous martial arts movies and TV dramas.
Some of his notable performances include his role as an assassin in the classic martial arts film "Shaolin Temple" (1982), and as a Shaolin monk in "Shaolin Kung Fu Mystagogue" (1983). Yu Hai has also acted in non-martial arts films, such as the drama "Old Well" (1986), which won numerous awards at international film festivals.
Aside from his acting career, Yu Hai is also a respected martial arts teacher and has trained many successful students in wushu. He was awarded the title of "National Martial Arts Coach" in China in 1986.