Kieu Chinh

About

Vietnamese-American actress, most known for her memorable appearance in The Joy Luck Club.

Before fame

She got her start in the industry in Vietnam, after appearing in films like Hoi Chuong Thien Mu in 1957.

Trivia

She was an active member of several charitable organizations and philanthropic pursuits, and co-founded the Vietnam Children's Fund with journalist Terry Anderson.

Family life

She was married to Nguyen Nang Te until 1981. The couple had three children.

Associated with

She starred opposite Ming Na in The Joy Luck Club.