Charles Fang was an American actor and comedian who was active in Hollywood primarily during the silent era.[1][2][3] He was active on Broadway from 1930 to 1935.[4] He was known during his time as "the greatest Chinese actor in America."[5]

Charles Fang
Born
Charles J. Fang

August 10, 1882
OccupationActor

Biography

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Fang was born in San Francisco to parents from Canton, China.[6] He reportedly graduated from Yale University and served in the U.S. Navy before becoming a professional actor on the stage and screen.[7] Reportedly discovered by Rex Ingram, Fang also served as a cultural advisor and interpreter on film sets.[2]

Selected filmography

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References

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  1. ^ "Chinese Beat HCL". Boston Post. 11 Mar 1917. Retrieved 2021-03-29.
  2. ^ a b "At the Rialto". The Butte Miner. 8 May 1924. Retrieved 2021-03-29.
  3. ^ "First Chinaman of Film". The Miami Herald. 28 Sep 1919. Retrieved 2021-03-29.
  4. ^ "Charlie Fang". Internet Broadway Database. August 15, 2021. Archived from the original on 2018-06-21. Retrieved August 16, 2021.
  5. ^ "The "Ragged Edge" is Story of Young Fools In Picture". Visailia Daily Times. September 8, 1923. p. 5. Retrieved August 15, 2021.
  6. ^ "Before Tinseltown, Wilkes-Barre". The Times-Tribune. 14 Apr 2013. Retrieved 2021-03-29.
  7. ^ "At the Strand". Escanaba Morning Press. 7 Dec 1916. Retrieved 2021-03-29.