Chinese actors who deceased at age 49
Here are 2 famous actors from China died at 49:
Willie Fung
Willie Fung (March 3, 1896 Guangzhou-April 16, 1945 Los Angeles) also known as Willy Fung was a Chinese actor.
He died in coronary occlusion.
Willie Fung was a renowned character actor who appeared in more than 150 films in his career spanning over two decades. Born in Guangzhou, China, Fung migrated to the United States in the early 1920s and began his acting career in Hollywood as an extra in silent films. Fung was known for his versatility and ability to play different roles, especially Chinese, Japanese, or Indian characters. His notable performances include his roles in "Charlie Chan in Egypt" (1935), "The Good Earth" (1937), and "Mr. Moto's Gamble" (1938). Fung also played a significant role in promoting greater Asian representation in Hollywood films during a time of racial discrimination. Despite facing many challenges, Fung remained committed to his craft and was respected by his colleagues for his professionalism and dedication. His sudden death in 1945 at the age of 49 was a great loss to the film industry.
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Dan Vadis
Dan Vadis (January 3, 1938 Shanghai-June 11, 1987 Lancaster) also known as Constantine Daniel Vafiadis was a Chinese actor, soldier and sailor. He had one child, Nick Vadis.
He died as a result of drug overdose.
Dan Vadis was best known for his roles in Hollywood sword-and-sandal and action films of the 1960s and 1970s, such as "The Giant of Marathon" and "Sinbad and the Eye of the Tiger." Prior to his acting career, Vadis served in the United States Army and later became a sailor, traveling the world before settling in California to pursue acting. In addition to his film work, Vadis also appeared in several television shows, including "The Misadventures of Sheriff Lobo" and "The Incredible Hulk." Despite his success, Vadis struggled with drug addiction and sadly passed away at the age of 49 from an overdose.
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