Here are 6 famous actors from Hong Kong were born in 1980:
Alex Fong (February 26, 1980 Hong Kong-) a.k.a. 方力申, Alex Fong, ¤è¤O¥Ó, Fong, Alex, Lik-Sun Fong, Lishen Fang, Little Flying Fish, Siu Fong, Prince of Swimming, Foo Lik, Alex Fu, Fong Chung-San, Fang Zhong-Xin or Alex Fong Lik-Sun is a Hongkongese swimmer, singer and actor.
He began his swimming career at the age of 7 and has won numerous awards for his achievements in the sport. In 2001, he retired from swimming and pursued a career in entertainment.
Fong made his acting debut in the 2003 television drama "Survivor's Law" and has since appeared in numerous films and television dramas. He is known for his roles in popular Hong Kong dramas such as "The Four" and "Bounty Lady". Fong has also released several albums and is considered a talented singer.
Aside from his entertainment career, Fong is also actively involved in charitable work. He has participated in numerous charity events and serves as an ambassador for various organizations.
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Wong Cho-lam (January 9, 1980 Hong Kong-) a.k.a. Cho-lam Wong, 王祖藍, Wong Cho-Lam, Wáng Zǔlán, wong4 zou2 laam4, ChoLam or Mr Credit is a Hongkongese actor, lyricist, presenter, comedian, impressionist and singer.
He graduated from The Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts with a degree in acting. Wong Cho-lam is best known for his comedic roles in TV shows and movies such as "Inbound Troubles," "Three Lan Moir," and "72 Tenants of Prosperity." He has also released several albums as a singer and written lyrics for popular Cantonese songs. In addition to his entertainment career, Wong Cho-lam has also served as an ambassador for various charitable organizations in Hong Kong. In 2013, he married his longtime girlfriend, actress Leanne Li, and the couple has one child together.
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Nicholas Tse (August 29, 1980 Hong Kong-) also known as Xie T'ingfeng, Tse, Nicholas, Lemon, Nic Tse, Ting-Fung Tse, Tingfeng Xie, Nicholas Tse Ting-Fung, Tse Ting-Fung, Nic or Ting-Fung Tse Nicholas is a Hongkongese composer, actor, musician, singer-songwriter, entrepreneur, record producer and businessperson. He has two children, Lucas Tse and Quintus Tse.
Nicholas Tse's parents are the famous Hong Kong movie stars Patrick Tse and Deborah Lee. He began his career in the entertainment industry at a young age, appearing in commercials and TV dramas. In 1998, he released his debut album "My Attitude," which was a huge success and won him numerous awards. Tse has acted in over 50 films, including the critically acclaimed "The Beast Stalker" and "Bodyguards and Assassins." He has also composed music for many of his films and other artists. Besides his entertainment career, Tse is also a successful entrepreneur and has founded his own restaurant chain, music production company, and clothing line. Tse has been listed on Forbes' "30 Under 30 Asia" and was appointed as a member of the Hong Kong Youth Development Commission.
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Kenny Kwan (December 30, 1980 Philippines-) also known as 關智斌, 关智斌, Kenny Kwan Chi-Bun, Kwan Chi Ban, Kenny W. Kwan Jr. or Ban Zai is a Hongkongese model, actor and singer-songwriter.
He was born in the Philippines and raised in Hong Kong. Kwan started his career in the entertainment industry as a member of the Cantopop boy band, Boy'z, which was formed in 2005. He pursued a solo career in 2008 and released his first album, "Frenemy" in the same year. Kwan has also acted in various films and TV dramas, including "Twins Mission" and "Glittering Days". He has won several awards for his work, including the JSG Most Popular Male Singer award and the TVB Anniversary Award for Best Actor. Outside of his entertainment career, Kwan is known for his advocacy work, particularly his involvement in animal welfare and environmental conservation.
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Edison Chen (October 7, 1980 Vancouver-) also known as Chan Kwoon Hei, Edison Chan, Chen Guan Xi, Chen Guanxi, Chen Koon Hei, Koon Hei Chen, Edison Chan Koon Hei, Edison Chen Koon Hei, Chan Koon Hei, Guan Xi Chen, EDC, Chen Hing-Wah, Can4 Gun3 hei1, Edison Koon-Hei Chen, Chén Guānxī, Chen Xing Hua, Eddie or Illkid is a Hongkongese singer, record producer, actor, fashion designer, musician and entrepreneur.
He gained fame in the early 2000s as a member of the Cantopop boy band, "Emperor." Edison Chen made his acting debut in 2000, and went on to star in a number of films, including "Infernal Affairs III" and "The Dark Knight," in which he had a cameo role. In addition to his entertainment career, Chen is also known for his fashion ventures, founding the streetwear brands CLOT and Emotionally Unavailable. In 2008, Chen was embroiled in a highly publicized scandal after sexually explicit photos of him with various female celebrities were leaked online. He took a hiatus from the entertainment industry before returning to music and acting.
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Lai Lok-yi (June 15, 1980 Hong Kong-) is a Hongkongese actor.
He made his acting debut in 2000 and has since appeared in numerous popular TV dramas and films, becoming a highly recognizable figure in the Hong Kong entertainment industry. Some of his notable works include TV dramas such as "The Four" and "The Hippocratic Crush" as well as films such as "Turning Point" and "S for Sex, S for Secrets". In addition to acting, Lai Lok-yi has also hosted several TV shows and is a regular guest on variety shows. He has won several awards for his performances, including the TVB Anniversary Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role in 2015. Lai Lok-yi is also known for his philanthropic work, supporting various charitable organizations and participating in fundraising events.
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