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Burt Kwouk - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | July 18, 1930 |
|---|---|
| Age | 95 |
| Birthplace | Warrington, Lancashire, England, UK |
| Zodiac Sign | Cancer - (see also Burt Kwouk's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Horse |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | Playing Cato Fong in the 'Pink Panther' series, as well as notable roles in 'Tenko,' 'Last of the Summer Wine,' and various James Bond films. |
Intro
Burt Kwouk was a British actor best known for his role as Cato Fong in the 'Pink Panther' film series. He was widely recognized for his long and successful career in film and television, often portraying East Asian characters in Western media.
Early Life & Background
Burt Kwouk was born to Chinese parents in Warrington, England, and raised in Shanghai until his family returned to England when he was 17 years old.
Career Highlights
- Portrayed Cato Fong, Inspector Clouseau's manservant, in the 'Pink Panther' films (1964–1992).
- Appeared in three James Bond films: 'Goldfinger' (1964), 'You Only Live Twice' (1967), and 'Casino Royale' (1967).
- Starred as Major Yamauchi in the BBC drama series 'Tenko' (1981–1984).
- Appeared as Entwistle in 'Last of the Summer Wine' (2002–2010).
- Appointed Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) in 2011 for services to drama.
Trivia
- His full name was Herbert Tsangtse Kwouk.
- He was awarded an OBE in 2011.
- He contributed to the visibility of East Asian actors in British television and cinema.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Burt Kwouk?
Burt Kwouk is 95 years old.
When was Burt Kwouk born?
Burt Kwouk was born the 18 July 1930.
Where is Burt Kwouk from?
Warrington, Lancashire, England, UK.
On His Birth-Day
About July 18th, 1930, in brief:
- Day of the week: July 18th, 1930 was a Friday
- Zodiac Sign: Cancer (in western zodiac), Horse (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: All Quiet on the Western Front directed by Lewis Milestone
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