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“As an actor, demonstrating your feelings in front of people is not what you're supposed to be doing. You're supposed to hold your emotions and control them, and not show them all over the place.”

Quote by James Hong

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James Hong
James Hong

James Hong, born on February 22, 1929, is a renowned American Chinese actor. He is best known for his outstanding performances in films and television, particularly for his roles as Asian characters in Hollywood productions. Hong's acting career spans half a century, and he has appeared in many classic films, including the 'Matrix' series and 'Interstellar'. His performances are beloved by audiences, and he has opened more opportunities for Asian actors in the American film industry. more

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