Chinese actors who died before turning 30
Here are 2 famous actors from China died before 30:
Brandon Lee
Brandon Lee (February 1, 1965 Oakland-March 31, 1993 Wilmington) also known as Brandon Bruce Lee was a Chinese actor and martial artist.
He died as a result of gunshot.
Brandon Lee was the son of the famous martial arts star Bruce Lee. He followed in his father's footsteps, training in martial arts from a young age and studying acting at Emerson College in Boston. After moving to Los Angeles, he landed his first major role in the 1986 TV movie "Kung Fu: The Movie". He went on to star in several action films, including "Rapid Fire" and "Showdown in Little Tokyo".
Tragically, on March 31, 1993, Brandon Lee was fatally shot on the set of the film "The Crow". A prop gun that was supposed to be loaded with blanks fired a live round, which struck Lee in the abdomen. He was rushed to the hospital, but passed away at the age of 28. The incident led to major changes in the film industry's safety protocols for using weapons during film production. Despite his untimely death, Brandon Lee's legacy as a talented martial artist and actor continues to live on.
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Alexander Fu Sheng
Alexander Fu Sheng (October 20, 1954 Hong Kong-July 7, 1983 Hong Kong) a.k.a. Sheng Fu, Alexander Fu-Sheng, Fu Sheng, Chang Fu-Sheng, Alexander, Fù Shēng, 張富聲, 傅聲, 傅声 or Alexander Fu was a Chinese actor and film director. His child is called Melody Tseng.
He died caused by traffic collision.
Fu Sheng began his career in the martial arts film genre in the 1970s, starring in films like "Shaolin Temple" and "The 36th Chamber of Shaolin." He quickly became a popular leading man for his charismatic on-screen presence and impressive martial arts skills. In addition to acting, Fu Sheng also directed two films in the early 1980s.
Outside of his film work, Fu Sheng was also known for his philanthropy and charitable efforts, including donating money to construct a hospital in his hometown. He was deeply respected by his colleagues and fans alike for his dedication to his craft and his generosity off-screen.
Tragically, Fu Sheng's life was cut short at the age of 28 when he was killed in a car accident in Hong Kong on July 7, 1983. His legacy as one of the most beloved figures in Hong Kong cinema continues to this day.
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