Michael Chow

Michael Chow

86 · Born: Feb 6, 1939

Personal Details

BornFeb 6, 1939 Shanghai, China
Spouse
  • Eva Chun

    ( Jan 15, 1992 to May 10, 2025 )
  • Tina Chow

    ( Dec 31, 1969 to Dec 31, 1969 )
  • Grace Coddington

    ( Dec 31, 1969 to Dec 31, 1969 )
  • Vanessa Rano

    ( May 10, 2025 to May 10, 2025 )
Parents
  • Zhou Xinfang
Relatives
  • Tsai Chin (Sibling)

Biography

Michael Chow, a Chinese-born British-American entrepreneur of great renown, is an individual of remarkable breadth and depth, whose multifaceted endeavors have yielded a profound and lasting impact on the culinary landscape. Born on March 7, 1939, Chow's remarkable journey has been marked by his unwavering passion and dedication to the world of fine dining, culminating in his co-founding and ownership of the iconic Mr. Chow restaurant chain, a testament to his enduring influence and legacy in the culinary world.

As a visionary restaurateur, Chow has devoted his professional life to fostering a sense of community and camaraderie among patrons, meticulously crafting an unparalleled fine dining experience that seamlessly converges exceptional culinary delights with impeccable service standards, thereby earning his establishments a reputation as paragons of gastronomic excellence.

Career

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2025
Bad Painter
Bad Painter as M - Michael Chow
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2018
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2009
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2007
Rush Hour 3
Rush Hour 3 as Chinese Foreign Minister
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2001
Rush Hour 2
Rush Hour 2 as Gambler
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1998
Rush Hour
Rush Hour as Diner Guest
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Lethal Weapon 4
Lethal Weapon 4 as Benny's Assistant
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1996
Basquiat
Basquiat as Mr. Chow
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1993
Dream Lover
Dream Lover as Mr. Mura
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1982
Hammett
Hammett as Fong Wei Tau
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1968
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1967
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1966
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1963
55 Days at Peking
55 Days at Peking as Chiang (uncredited)
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1960
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1958
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2023
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2022
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2018