Archie Kao

Archie Kao

55 · Born: Dec 14, 1969

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BornDec 14, 1969 Washington, District of Columbia, USA

Biography

Archie David Kao, a multifaceted and exceptionally talented American actor and producer, made his entrance into the world on December 14, 1969. As he traversed the trajectory of his illustrious career, he has garnered widespread recognition and acclaim for his outstanding performances in a multitude of American roles, showcasing his remarkable range and versatility as a thespian.

Notable amongst his numerous acting credits is his iconic portrayal of Sheldon Jin in the widely acclaimed and popular television series Chicago P.D., a role that has undoubtedly left an indelible mark on audiences worldwide.

Furthermore, he has made a lasting and profound impact on the world of television as Archie Johnson in the crime drama CSI, a testament to his remarkable range and versatility as an actor.

Moreover, his critically acclaimed performance as Sebastian in the highly acclaimed film Snow Flower and the Secret Fan is a poignant illustration of his exceptional acting abilities, showcasing his capacity to bring depth and nuance to a wide range of characters.

Kao's esteemed resume boasts an impressive array of iconic roles, with one of his most notable and enduring performances being that of Kai Chen, the Blue Power Ranger, in the original 1993 series Power Rangers.

Notable international roles have been a hallmark of his esteemed acting career, with a diverse range of productions showcasing his remarkable linguistic abilities and impressive capacity for cultural adaptation.

In the esteemed realm of international cinema, he has brought to life a multitude of captivating characters, each one a testament to his remarkable versatility as a thespian. Notably, he has embodied the enigmatic Qiao Xiang Wan in the critically acclaimed "Breath of Destiny", the charismatic Chu Tian Qi in the romantic drama "Love is the Air", the charming Xiao Ye Shi in the coming-of-age tale "My Dear Boy", the brooding Tu Erdan in the historical epic "Nothing Gold Can Stay", and the fearless Jin Yu Lu in the action-packed "Fighter of the Destiny".

Archie David Kao's enduring popularity is a remarkable phenomenon that has been sustained over time, a true testament to his remarkable talent and versatility as a performer.

Career

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2024
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2023
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Rabbit Hole
Rabbit Hole as Elliot Gao
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2021
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2017
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2015
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Blackhat
Blackhat as Shum
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2014
Chicago P.D.
Chicago P.D. as Sheldon Jin
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2012
Keye Luke
Keye Luke as Edwin Luke
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2011
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2009
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2007
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2006
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2005
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2003
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2002
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Against All Evidence
Against All Evidence as Minh Van Canh
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Purpose
Purpose as Kiko
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Local Boys
Local Boys as David Kamelamela
{"id":154296,"title":"Thank Heaven","year":"2001","character":"Sam Lee","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/thank-heaven","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_154296.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_154296.jpg"},"released":1}
2001
Thank Heaven
Thank Heaven as Sam Lee
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The One
The One as Woo
{"id":155733,"title":"Gameshow Marathon","year":"1999","character":"Kai","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/gameshow-marathon","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_155733.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_155733.jpg"},"released":1}
1999
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{"id":215621,"title":"Absolutely Rose Street","year":"1994","character":"Cody","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/absolutely-rose-street","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_215621.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_215621.jpg"},"released":1}
1994