Kam Tong

Kam Tong

Deceased · Born: Dec 18, 1906 · Died: Nov 8, 1969

Personal Details

BornDec 18, 1906 Oakland, California, USA

Biography

Kam Tong, a multifaceted individual, entered this world on December 18, 1906, in the vibrant city of Oakland, California, USA. As a renowned actor, he left an indelible mark on the world of entertainment, captivating audiences with his remarkable performances in a plethora of iconic films and television shows.

Some of his most notable cinematic endeavors include the 1961 musical masterpiece "Flower Drum Song," the 1966 science fiction adventure "Women of the Prehistoric Planet," and the 1957 western drama series "Have Gun - Will Travel." His impressive repertoire showcased his versatility as an actor, effortlessly transitioning between genres and mediums.

Kam Tong's personal life was just as fascinating as his professional endeavors. He was married to the lovely Betty Sakata, with whom he shared a deep and abiding love. Together, they navigated the ups and downs of life, creating a loving and supportive partnership that stood the test of time.

Tragically, Kam Tong's life was cut short on November 8, 1969, in Costa Mesa, California, USA. His passing left a profound void in the lives of those who knew and loved him, but his enduring legacy continues to inspire and entertain audiences to this day.

Career

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1967
Kill a Dragon
Kill a Dragon as Win Lim
{"id":65469,"title":"Women of the Prehistoric Planet","year":"1966","character":"Jung","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/women-of-the-prehistoric-planet","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_65469.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_65469.jpg"},"released":1}
1966
{"id":65417,"title":"Mister Buddwing","year":"1966","character":"Dice Player","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/mister-buddwing","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_65417.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_65417.jpg"},"released":1}
Mister Buddwing
Mister Buddwing as Dice Player
{"id":65407,"title":"Dimension 5","year":"1966","character":"Kim Fong","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/dimension-5","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_65407.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_65407.jpg"},"released":1}
Dimension 5
Dimension 5 as Kim Fong
{"id":65382,"title":"Stagecoach","year":"1966","character":"","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/stagecoach-1966","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_65382.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_65382.jpg"},"released":1}
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The Time Tunnel
The Time Tunnel as Sgt. Itsugi
{"id":10369,"title":"The Big Valley","year":1966,"character":"Wing Lee","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/the-big-valley","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_10369.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_10369.jpg"},"released":1}
The Big Valley
The Big Valley as Wing Lee
{"id":21355,"title":"It Happened at the World's Fair","year":"1963","character":"Uncle Walter Ling","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/it-happened-at-the-worlds-fair","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_21355.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_21355.jpg"},"released":1}
1963
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1961
Flower Drum Song
Flower Drum Song as Doctor Li
{"id":32209,"title":"Who Was That Lady?","year":"1960","character":"Lee Wong","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/who-was-that-lady","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_32209.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_32209.jpg"},"released":1}
1960
{"id":10484,"title":"Have Gun - Will Travel","year":1958,"character":"Hey Boy","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/have-gun-will-travel","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_10484.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_10484.jpg"},"released":1}
1958
{"id":32261,"title":"Love Is a Many-Splendored Thing","year":"1955","character":"Dr. Sen (uncredited)","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/love-is-a-many-splendored-thing","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_32261.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_32261.jpg"},"released":1}
1955
Love Is a Many-Splendored Thing
Love Is a Many-Splendored Thing as Dr. Sen (uncredited)
{"id":14311,"title":"Abbott and Costello Meet the Mummy","year":"1955","character":"Chinese Busboy (uncredited)","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/abbott-and-costello-meet-the-mummy","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/7kl0v24973f0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/7kl0v24973f0.jpg"},"released":1}
Abbott and Costello Meet the Mummy
Abbott and Costello Meet the Mummy as Chinese Busboy (uncredited)
{"id":96533,"title":"This Is My Love","year":"1954","character":"Harry","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/this-is-my-love","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_96533.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_96533.jpg"},"released":1}
1954
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1947
Dishonored Lady
Dishonored Lady as Courtland's Houseboy
{"id":71360,"title":"Rubber Racketeers","year":"1942","character":"Tom","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/rubber-racketeers","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_71360.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_71360.jpg"},"released":1}
1942
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{"id":102471,"title":"The Man Who Came to Dinner","year":"1942","character":"Chinese Guest (uncredited)","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-man-who-came-to-dinner","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_102471.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_102471.jpg"},"released":1}
The Man Who Came to Dinner
The Man Who Came to Dinner as Chinese Guest (uncredited)
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{"id":71080,"title":"The Hidden Hand","year":"1942","character":"Mallo","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-hidden-hand","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_71080.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_71080.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":71058,"title":"Across the Pacific","year":"1942","character":"T. Oki","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/across-the-pacific","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_71058.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_71058.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":71908,"title":"Drums of Fu Manchu","year":"1940","character":"Crawford's Manservant","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/drums-of-fu-manchu-1940","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_71908.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_71908.jpg"},"released":1}
1940
Drums of Fu Manchu
Drums of Fu Manchu as Crawford's Manservant
{"id":83167,"title":"International Settlement","year":"1938","character":"Waiter","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/international-settlement","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_83167.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_83167.jpg"},"released":1}
1938
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1936
The General Died at Dawn
The General Died at Dawn as Houseboy (uncredited)