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Cult Classic Movie Star Dead at 73
- Peter Kwong, an actor and martial artist recognized for his role as Rain in the 1986 cult film Big Trouble in Little China, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Tuesday at the age of 73.
- Starting in the mid-1970s, Kwong appeared in a wide range of television shows and films throughout his career, while also actively opposing anti-Asian stereotypes in the entertainment industry.
- He worked extensively in Hollywood, with credits including The Golden Child, The A-Team, Miami Vice, Dynasty, and served on the SAG, AFTRA, and TV Academy boards.
- Kwong’s reps confirmed he died overnight Tuesday without announcing a cause, while longtime friend Peter R.J. Deyell called him “a gentleman willing to help.”
- Kwong’s passing represents the loss of an experienced actor and dedicated union advocate, remembered especially for his role in the cult favorite 1986 action-comedy alongside Kurt Russell, as well as for his significant contributions to industry leadership.
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