Chinese actors who deceased in 2006
Here are 2 famous actors from China died in 2006:
Bill Tung
Bill Tung (March 30, 1933 Hong Kong-February 22, 2006 Hong Kong) also known as Bill Tung Biu, Piu Tung or Uncle Bill was a Chinese actor and sports commentator. His child is called .
Bill Tung started his career as a jockey in Hong Kong in the 1950s and even won the Hong Kong Derby twice. He retired from horse racing in 1965 and started a career in acting. He became one of the most recognizable faces in Hong Kong cinema, appearing in over 200 films, including many alongside kung-fu legends such as Jackie Chan and Sammo Hung.
Aside from his acting career, Tung was also a prominent sports commentator, providing commentary for horse races and other sports events. He was known for his witty and charismatic style, which made him a favorite among sports fans.
In 2006, Tung passed away in Hong Kong at the age of 72 due to liver cancer. He is remembered as a beloved figure in Hong Kong cinema and sports commentary. His son, Kent Tung, is also a sports commentator in Hong Kong.
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Kwan Hoi-san
Kwan Hoi-san (October 23, 1925 Guangzhou-September 11, 2006 Hong Kong) also known as Hoi-Shan Kwan, Kwan Ling, Kwan Hoi-san, Uncle Shrimp, Kwan Ming-kok, Kwan Hoi Sang, Kwan Hoi Shan, Ning Kwan, Hoi San Kwon, Hoi-San Kwan, Herman Kwan, Ha-Sok, Herman Kwan Hoi-San or Kwan Hoi San was a Chinese actor. His children are called Kwan Choh-Hung, Kwan Chung, Kwan Yuen-Ching, Kwan Chi-Ying and Kwan Hoh-Yung.
Kwan Hoi-san began his career in the entertainment industry as an actor in Cantonese opera before transitioning to films in the 1950s. He appeared in over 300 films throughout his career, playing a wide range of characters from comedic to villainous. Some of his notable roles include Uncle Teng in "A Better Tomorrow" (1986), Uncle Fortune in "Peking Opera Blues" (1986), and Master Wong Fei-hung in the "Once Upon a Time in China" film series (1991-1997).
In addition to his acting career, Kwan Hoi-san was also a skilled martial artist and served as a fight choreographer for several films. He was known for his friendly, easy-going personality and was highly respected by his peers in the industry.
Kwan Hoi-san passed away in 2006 at the age of 80 after a battle with lung cancer. He left behind a lasting legacy in Hong Kong cinema and is remembered as one of the most talented and versatile actors of his generation.
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