About Kam Tong
Lived 1906 – 1969 (aged 62). Kam Tong was an American actor.
Kam Tong (December 18, 1906 – November 8, 1969) was an American actor. He was best known for his role as Hey Boy on the CBS television series Have Gun – Will Travel and as Dr. Li in the film version of the Rodgers and Hammerstein musical Flower Drum Song. Though appearing as a series regular on Have Gun – Will Travel, Kam was also a regular on the short run CBS-TV series Mr. Garlund in 1960. He appeared in many movies, often as an uncredited Chinese, Japanese, or Filipino character. He appeared in many television shows, including The Man from U.N.C.L.E., The Big Valley, The Time Tunnel, The Final War of Olly Winter, and I Spy.
After serving in World War II in an OSS intelligence unit, he became involved in efforts to raise awareness over gun violence. He also owned and operated a restaurant called Shanghai Lil's in San Francisco.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Kam Tong?
American actor (1906-1969)
When was Kam Tong born?
Kam Tong was born on 18 December 1906 in San Francisco.
When did Kam Tong die?
Kam Tong died on 8 November 1969 in Costa Mesa.
What was Kam Tong's occupation?
Kam Tong was an actor.
What nationality was Kam Tong?
Kam Tong was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Kam Tong. https://biography.guide/kam-tong/
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