Chang Tseng
Biography
Tseng Chang was a Chinese-Canadian actor and assistant director born in Beijing, China on May 18, 1931, and he passed away on January 25, 2021 at the age of 89. Also known as Chang Ts, his stage name was 張錚, and he was credited with 56 known credits on The Movie Database. He spoke five languages, which included Mandarin, Cantonese, English, Japanese, and some Korean, and his father was a famous star of the Peking opera named Chang Der Lou. Chang Tseng began his acting career in 1951 after the air transport company he worked for shut down, aided by a noted Chinese actress who believed he had great potential. In 1994, he made Vancouver, British Columbia his home, and he was honored by the Hong Kong government in the year 2000 for his lifetime achievements.
Career overview
Tseng Chang was born on May 18, 1931, in Beijing, China, and passed away on January 25, 2021, at the age of 89. Also known as Chang Ts, his father was Chang Der Lou, a famous star of the Peking opera. Chang spoke five languages, which included Mandarin, Cantonese, English, Japanese, and some Korean.
His career as an actor began in 1951 after the air transport company where he worked shut down. A noted Chinese actress met him, determined that he possessed great potential as an actor, and helped him get started in the profession. Over the course of his career, Chang appeared in more than 100 films and directed 7 feature films, with 56 known acting credits recorded on The Movie Database. Among the films associated with his career are Lovci duchu, Life As We Know It, and Nu ren si shi.
In 1994, Chang made Vancouver, British Columbia his home. Later in his life, he received recognition for his contributions to the industry when he was honored in 2000 by the Hong Kong government for his lifetime achievements.
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Full Filmography
55 titles- 8 Minutes Ahead (2017)
- The Unseen (2016) as The Doctor
- Final Recipe (2013) as Hao
- Arrow (2012) as Captain
- Gunless (2010) as Mr. Kwon
- 2012 (2009) as Grandfather Sonam
- Romaine 30° Below (2009) as Docteur Tran
- Christmas Cottage (2008) as Mr. Chang
- Good Luck Chuck (2007) as Karaoke Singer
- Saigon Eclipse (2007) as Uncle Chen
- Supernatural (2005) as Lucky Chin's Owner
- ReGenesis (2004) as General Hung
- The Murdoch Mysteries: Poor Tom Is Cold (2004) as Sam Lee
- Master of Everything (2004) as Village Chief (Luhua's Father)
- Agent Cody Banks (2003) as Mr, Yip
- The In-Laws (2003) as Quan Le
- A Guy Thing (2003) as Grocer (uncredited)
- Betraying Reason (2003) as Walter Lu
- Cheats (2002) as Marty
- Long Life, Happiness and Prosperity (2002) as Shuck Wong
- The Miracle of the Cards (2001) as Chinese Pharmacist
- Walking Shadow (2001) as Fast Eddie Lee
- Lunch with Charles (2001) as April's Boss (uncredited)
- Romeo Must Die (2000) as Victor Ho
- Turn It Up (2000) as Mr. Chang
- Ninja Turtles: The Next Mutation - East Meets West (1998) as Chung I
- Ninja Turtles: The Next Mutation (1997) as Chung I
- Summer Snow (1995) as Tea House Owner
- Viva de Pilot (1993) as 費將军（軍校校長）
- Murders Made to Order (1993) as Mr Tu's dad
- Naked Killer (1992) as Kitty's Father
- Forced Nightmare (1992)
- Heart Against Hearts (1992) as K P Yuen
- 一千灵异夜之厉鬼焚情 (1992) as 刘步云
- Something Incredible - Ghost Boxer (1992) as 赵汝南
- 一千灵异夜之凶穴 (1992) as 张盛
- Days of Glory (1991) as 蒋仁发
- Bullet in the Head (1990) as Paul's Father
- Court Secret Agent (1988)
- Hongchen (1987)
- Ladies of the Law (1987)
- The Invincible Snowy Hair Maiden (1986)
- Tiger Hill Trail (1983) as 姜铁山
- Sword of Fury (1979)
- A Strange Tale of the Strange People (1979)
- Life and Death (1977) as Dr. Chang
- Chu Yuan (1975) as 张仪
- Four Moods (1970)
- 雙女情歌 (1968)
- The Golden Eagle (1964) as Chaganhu
- Waves on the South-China Sea (1962) as 金喜
- One Million for Me (1959)
- Love Affairs of a Confirmed Bachelor (1959) as Xiao Chen
- Loves of the Youngsters (1955)
- The Peerless Beauty (1953) as Special Emissary of Qin
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Chang Tseng best known for?
Chang Tseng is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including sex, lies, and videotape (1989), Naval Cadets, Charge! (1988), 2012 (2009), Los Parientes Pobres (1993).
When and where was Chang Tseng born?
Chang Tseng was born on May 18, 1931 in Beijing, China. They passed away on January 25, 2021.
How many credits does Chang Tseng have?
Chang Tseng has accumulated over 55 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1953 to 2017.
What is Chang Tseng's background in cinema and television?
Tseng Chang was a Chinese-Canadian actor and assistant director born in Beijing, China on May 18, 1931, and he passed away on January 25, 2021 at the age of 89. Also known as Chang Ts, his stage name was 張錚, and he was credited with 56 known credits on The Movie Database. He spoke five languages, which included Mandari...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Supernatural (2005) as Lucky Chin's Owner — aged about 74
- Bullet in the Head (1990) as Paul's Father — aged about 59
- ReGenesis (2004) as General Hung — aged about 73
- Ninja Turtles: The Next Mutation (1997) as Chung I — aged about 66
- Arrow (2012) as Captain — aged about 81
- Four Moods (1970) — aged about 39
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