About Lai Cheuk-Cheuk
Lived 1905 – 1990 (aged 84). Lai Cheuk-Cheuk was a film actor.
Lai Cheuk-cheuk (22 May 1905 – 15 May 1990), was a Chinese actress from Hong Kong. Lai is credited with over 180 films.
Early life On May 22, 1905, Lai was born in Hong Kong to Lai Man-Wai, who was a key figure of the first generation of Hong Kong filmmakers.
Career Lai started her acting career in Shanghai, China in 1932 when she joined the famed Lianhua Film Company, which was co-owned by her uncle Lai Man-Wai. In 1934, Lai started as an actress in Hong Kong films. Lai appeared in Breaking Waves, a 1934 Romance film directed by Kwan Man-ching. Lai's last film was Joy to the World ( Jacky Wong, King of Comedy), a 1980 Romantic Comedy film directed by Gam Yam. Lai is credited with over 180 films.
Filmography Films
TV series
Personal life On May 15, 1990, Lai died in Hong Kong.
In popular culture In the 1991 film Center Stage, Lai is portrayed by actress Maryanna Yip.
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Who was Lai Cheuk-Cheuk?
Hong Kong actress
When was Lai Cheuk-Cheuk born?
Lai Cheuk-Cheuk was born on 22 May 1905 in British Hong Kong.
When did Lai Cheuk-Cheuk die?
Lai Cheuk-Cheuk died on 15 May 1990 in British Hong Kong.
What was Lai Cheuk-Cheuk's occupation?
Lai Cheuk-Cheuk was a film actor.
What nationality was Lai Cheuk-Cheuk?
Lai Cheuk-Cheuk's recorded nationality: British Hong Kong.
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