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Hongkongese actors born in 1948

Here are 5 famous actors from Hong Kong were born in 1948:

Charles Heung

Charles Heung (December 16, 1948-) a.k.a. Wah-Keung Heung, Wa-keung Heung, Hsiang Hua-chiang, Wa-keung Leung, Charles Heung Wah-Keung, Hua-Chiang Hsiang, Heung Wah-Keung or Hwa Chyang Shianq is a Hongkongese actor, presenter and film producer. He has three children, Jacky Heung, Johnathan Heung and Yongheng Heung.

Charles Heung was born in Guangdong, China and moved to Hong Kong in the late 1950s. He started his career as an actor in the 1970s, appearing in films such as "The Big Boss" and "Enter the Dragon". He later transitioned to producing films and founded his own production company, Win's Entertainment Ltd., in 1984.

Over the years, Heung has produced numerous successful films, including "A Better Tomorrow" series, "The Killer", "Once a Thief" and "All About Ah-Long". He also helped launch the careers of many famous actors, such as Chow Yun-fat, Tony Leung, and Stephen Chow.

Aside from producing, Heung is also known for his controversial involvement with organized crime, particularly the notorious triad gang, Sun Yee On. He was arrested in 1998 for his alleged triad connections but was later released due to lack of evidence.

Despite his controversial reputation, Heung has been a prominent figure in the Hong Kong film industry for over four decades, earning him the nickname, "The Godfather of Hong Kong Cinema".

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Leung Siu-lung

Leung Siu-lung (April 28, 1948 Hong Kong-) also known as Siu Lung Leung, Hsiao Liang, Bruce Liang, Liang Lung, Bruce Leong, Bruce Leung, Bruce Leung Siu Lung, Leung Siu Hung, 梁小龍, 梁小龙, Liáng Xiǎolóng, Loeng4 Siu2lung4, Leung Choi-sang, 梁財生, Liang Hsiao-Lung, Bruce Leung Siu-lung, Liang Shao-Lung, Liang Xiao-Long, Leung Shi-Lung, S. L. Lieung or Leung Siu-Lung is a Hongkongese actor and stunt performer.

Leung Siu-lung began his career in the entertainment industry as a child actor, but gained international recognition in the 1970s and 1980s for his roles in martial arts films. He is known for his impressive martial arts skills and has been dubbed the "Kung Fu King of Hong Kong Cinema" by fans and critics.

Leung has appeared in over 100 films, including the popular martial arts films "The 36th Chamber of Shaolin" and "Ip Man." He has also performed as a stunt double for famous actors such as Bruce Lee and Jackie Chan.

In addition to his acting and stunt work, Leung is also a martial arts instructor and has trained many actors and stunt performers in the industry. He has won multiple awards for his contributions to Hong Kong cinema and martial arts.

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Shek Sau

Shek Sau (November 21, 1948 Hong Kong-) also known as Sek Sau Chan, Bill S.S. Chan, Bill Chan, Sek Sau, Sau Shek, Hsiu Shi, Xiu Shi, Hsiu Shih, Sek-Sau Chan, Sau Sek or Chan Shek-sau, Bill is a Hongkongese actor. He has one child, Sam Chan.

Shek Sau started his career in the entertainment industry in the late 1970s as a stage actor. He then ventured into television and film, becoming a well-known supporting actor in Hong Kong cinema. He has appeared in over 150 films, playing various roles from villains to comedic characters.

Some of his notable films include "The Killer" (1989), "City Hunter" (1993), "Dragon Inn" (1992), "Young and Dangerous" (1996), and "The White Storm" (2013). He has also worked with legendary Hong Kong directors like John Woo, Tsui Hark, and Wong Jing.

Apart from acting, Shek Sau has also worked as a voice actor in animated films and series. He was the Cantonese voice actor for the character of Mr. Incredible in the Hong Kong version of "The Incredibles" (2004).

Shek Sau's contributions to Hong Kong cinema have not gone unnoticed. In 2020, he was awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award at the Hong Kong Film Awards.

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Shiu Hung Hui

Shiu Hung Hui (November 30, 1948 Hong Kong-) also known as Hui Shiu Hung, Benz Hui, Benz Hui Shiu-hung, Héui Siuh Hùhng, 許紹雄, 许绍雄, Ben Hui, Siu Hung Hui, Benz Hui Shiu Hung, Benz Hui Siu Hung, Benz Hui Sui Hung, Hui Siu Hung, Hui Siu-Hung, Benz Hung or Benz Hui Sui-Hung is a Hongkongese actor.

He started his acting career in the 1970s and has since starred in over 100 films and television series. Hui is best known for his roles in action and crime films such as "A Better Tomorrow II" and "Bullet in the Head". He has won several awards throughout his career, including Best Supporting Actor at the Hong Kong Film Awards for his performance in the film "The Sex, the Thrill and the Flesh". In addition to acting, Hui is also a trained martial artist and has performed many of his own stunts in his films.

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Sam Hui

Sam Hui (September 6, 1948 Hong Kong-) a.k.a. Samuel Hui, ³\«a³Ç, 许冠杰, Hui, Samuel, Samuel Hui Koon-kit, Xǔ Guàn jié, heoi2 gun3 git6, god of songs, Sam, Sam, Guan-chieh Hui, Koon-Kit Hui, Sammy Hui, Samuel Hul, Ah Sam, Samuel or god of songs is a Hongkongese singer, actor, singer-songwriter, composer, musician, lyricist, film score composer and record producer. He has two children, Scott Hui and Ryan Hui.

Sam Hui was one of the pioneers of Cantopop, a genre of music popular in Hong Kong and parts of Southeast Asia. He rose to fame in the 1970s when he became the first musician to perform Cantonese popular music in a Western-style pop concert format. He has released over 30 albums throughout his career and is known for hits such as "Private Eyes," "Everlasting Love," and "Days of Our Lives."

Apart from music, Sam Hui has also appeared in over 25 films, mostly comedies, and is considered one of the Five Tiger Generals of the Hong Kong entertainment industry. He retired from show business in 1991 but made a comeback in 2004 with a sold-out concert series. In recognition of his contribution to Hong Kong's entertainment industry, he was awarded the Bronze Bauhinia Star in 2003 and the Gold Bauhinia Star in 2011 by the Hong Kong government.