Michelle Yeoh

Born

1962

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Actress
Producer
Writer

Credits on file

Decades active

Awards

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In short · Acting since 1985, 6 decades active, 79 credits, 2 Golden Globe Award wins.

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2027
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Blade Runner 2099
2029
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Avatar 4
2031
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Avatar 5
2023
Award win
Golden Globe Awards — Golden Globe — Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy
2022
Award win
Academy Awards — Oscar — Actress in a Leading Role

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Biography

Michelle Yeoh is a Malaysian actress with a career spanning over four decades, known for her work in film and television across various genres. She has received numerous accolades, including an Academy Award and a Golden Globe Award, as well as nominations for two British Academy Film Awards. Early in her career, she was credited as Michelle Khan and gained fame in the 1980s and 1990s through her roles in Hong Kong action and martial arts films, in which she performed her own stunts. Notable films include *Yes, Madam* (1985), *Magnificent Warriors* (1987), *Police Story 3: Super Cop* (1992), *The Heroic Trio*, *Tai Chi Master*, and *Wing Chun* (1994).

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