Chinese actors who were born in 1951
Here are 6 famous actors from China were born in 1951:
Zhang Yimou
Zhang Yimou (November 14, 1951 Xi'an-) also known as Yimou Zhang, Yi-Mou Zhang, Zhāng Yìmóu, Lao MouZi, Zhang Yi Mou or zhangyimou is a Chinese film director, film producer, screenwriter, actor and cinematographer. His children are called Zhang Mo, Zhang Yi Nan, Zhang Yi Ding and Zhang Yi Jiao.
Zhang Yimou is one of the most renowned and celebrated filmmakers in China and around the world. He grew up during China's Cultural Revolution and initially studied as a painter before turning to film. He gained international recognition with his film "Red Sorghum," which won the Golden Bear at the Berlin International Film Festival in 1988.
Since then, Zhang has been known for his visually stunning films that explore themes of Chinese history, culture, and identity. Some of his most famous works include "Raise the Red Lantern," "Hero," and "House of Flying Daggers."
In addition to his filmmaking career, Zhang has also been involved in various aspects of Chinese culture and politics. He directed the opening and closing ceremonies of the 2008 Beijing Olympics and has served as a member of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference.
Zhang has been the recipient of numerous honors and awards for his contributions to film and culture, including the Order of Arts and Letters from the French government and the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Asian Film Awards.
Marco Mak
Marco Mak (November 6, 1951 Hong Kong-) also known as 麥子善, Marco Mak Chi-Sin, Mak Che Shing, Mak Tse Sin, Mak Chi-Seen, Mak Chi Shin, Marco, Mak Sin Chi, Chi-Sin Mak, Mr. Marco, Mak Chi Sin, Mok Che Sin, Mak Tsi Chin, Marco Mak Chi Sin, Mack Mak, Chi Sin, Mak Chi-Sin, Ma Go, Che-Shien Mak or Ma Che Shien is a Chinese film director, film editor, actor, screenwriter, film producer and composer.
He started his career as an assistant director at Shaw Brothers Studio in Hong Kong, where he worked on a number of films in the 1970s. His directorial debut was in 1981 with the film "Tales of a Eunuch," which he also wrote and edited. Mak is known for his work in action and thriller films, and has won several awards for his work in the industry. He has also served as a mentor for emerging filmmakers in Hong Kong. In addition to his work in film, Mak is also a talented musician and has composed music for several of his films.
Kwok Fung
Kwok Fung (October 27, 1951 Hong Kong-) also known as Fung Kwok or Fung Kuo is a Chinese actor.
Kwok Fung began his acting career in the 1970s and has appeared in over 200 films and television dramas. He is best known for his roles in the TVB dramas "The Bund" and "A Kindred Spirit". Kwok Fung has received numerous awards for his acting, including the TVB Anniversary Award for Best Actor and the Hong Kong Film Award for Best Supporting Actor. In addition to acting, Kwok Fung is also a singer and has released several albums. He is considered one of the most influential actors in Hong Kong and is highly respected in the entertainment industry.
Chi-Wing Lau
Chi-Wing Lau (November 9, 1951 Guangxi-May 15, 2008 Hong Kong) also known as Chih-yung Liu was a Chinese actor.
Chi-Wing Lau began his career as a child actor in the 1960s, appearing in films such as "Ferry Girl" and "The Story of Sue San". He later became known for his work in television dramas, starring in popular series such as "The Bund" and "The Greed of Man". He also had a successful career as a voice actor, dubbing over foreign films and animations for the Hong Kong market. In addition to his acting work, Lau was also a talented singer, releasing several albums throughout his career. He passed away in 2008 at the age of 56 due to liver cancer.
Gang Xie
Gang Xie (January 1, 1951 Panyu District-) is a Chinese actor.
He graduated from the Central Academy of Drama in Beijing in 1976 and began his acting career in the same year. Xie rose to fame in the late 1970s and 1980s for his roles in popular TV dramas such as "Romance on the Three Kingdoms" and "The Water Margin". He is known for his versatile acting skills and has successfully portrayed a wide range of characters throughout his career. In addition to his acting work, Xie is also a dedicated educator, and has served as a professor at the Central Academy of Drama since 1994. He has received numerous awards and honors for his contributions to the entertainment industry in China.
Xiaoyu Deng
Xiaoyu Deng (October 31, 1951 Hong Kong-) also known as Peter Dunn or Teng Hsiao-yu is a Chinese actor.
Deng was born in Hong Kong and raised in Taiwan. He began his acting career in the 1970s and has appeared in numerous films and television series, both in Hong Kong and Taiwan. Some of his notable roles include "Mr. Vampire" (1985), "Peacock King" (1988), and "Dragon Ball: The Magic Begins" (1991). Deng has also worked as a voice actor, providing the voice for the character Master Roshi in the Cantonese dub of the anime series "Dragon Ball Z". In addition to his acting career, Deng has also served as a judge for the Miss Asia beauty contest. He continues to act in films and television series to this day.