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Revision as of 17:28, 25 November 2020
Lai-Zhen Yu | |
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| Chinese: 余麗珍 | |
| Born | 1923 Guangdong province, China |
| Died | 2004 (aged 80–81) |
| Other names | Yu Lai-Chun, Yu Lai-jan, Yu Lai-Zhen |
| Occupation(s) | Actress, Cantonese opera singer |
| Years active | 1947-1967 |
| Known for | Co-founder of Lishi Film Production Company |
| Spouse | Lee Siu-wan |
Lai-Zhen Yu (Chinese: 余麗珍) (1923-2004) is a former Chinese actress and Cantonese opera singer from Hong Kong. Yu is credited with over 140 films.
Early life
In 1923, Yu was born in Guangdong province, China.[1][2]
Career
At age 16, Yu performed Cantonese opera. Yu performed Cantonese opera in the United States, South East Asia, and Hong Kong. In Hong Kong, Yu co-founded Guanghua Opera Troupe. In 1947, Yu crossed over as an actress in Hong Kong films. Yu first appeared in Cuckoo's Spirit in March, a 1947 Drama film directed by Hung Suk-Wan. In 1959, Yu co-founded Lishi Film Production Company. Yu is known for her role as the Headless Queen in Cantonese opera films. Yu's last film was The Plot, a 1967 Historical Drama film directed by Wong Hok-Sing. In 1968, Yu retired from the film industry. Yu is credited with over 140 films.[1][2]
Filmography
Films
This is a partial list of films.
- 1947 Cuckoo's Spirit in March [1]
- 1951 A King Speaks His Heart [1]
- 1963 The Prince Becomes a Monk [3]
- 1967 The Plot
Personal life
Yu's husband was Lee Siu-wan. After retirement, Yu immigrated to Canada. On March 4, 2004, Yu died.[1][2]
References
- ^ a b c d e Stokes, Lisa Odham (2020). Historical Dictionary of Hong Kong Cinema. Scarecrow Press. pp. 563–564. ISBN 9781538120620. Retrieved November 15, 2020.
- ^ a b c "Yu Lai-Zhen". hkmdb.com. Retrieved November 18, 2020.
- ^ "The Prince Becomes a Monk". hkmdb.com. February 20, 1963. Retrieved November 18, 2020.