David Lau Chi-Wing
Biography
David Lau Chi-Wing was a Chinese actor and television personality who later became a politician. Born on November 9, 1951, in Guangxi, China, he was active in the entertainment industry with fifty known credits in acting. His career spanned television and film before his transition into politics. He passed away at the age of fifty-six on May 15, 2008, due to heart disease. Also known simply by the stage name David Lau, his professional profile is documented within the entertainment database record detailing his birth, career scope, and death.
Career overview
David Lau Chi-Wing was born in Guangxi, China, on November 9, 1951. He established himself as a Chinese actor and television personality before eventually transitioning into politics. During his career in the entertainment industry, he accumulated fifty known credits primarily focused on acting.
Throughout his life and career, he was also known simply by the stage name David Lau. His work in film and television spanned numerous projects, contributing to his status as a recognizable television personality and actor.
He passed away at the age of fifty-six on May 15, 2008, following a battle with heart disease.
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Full Filmography
51 titles- The Year of Chameleon (1997) as 贺升
- Fist of Fury (1995) as 蔡六斤
- 鐳射劇場之偏門家族 (1992)
- Killer Flower (1992) as Police Captain
- 鐳射劇場之偏門家族 (1992)
- Pretty Woman (1991) Producer
- Legend of the Brothers (1991) as Official Chan
- She Shoots Straight (1990) as Superintendent Lau
- Kung Fu Vs. Acrobatic (1990) as Police captain [cameo]
- Big Brother (1990) as Lau Sir
- Burning Ambition (1989) as Supt. Lau
- The Criminal Hunter (1988) as Officer Hu Chih Yung
- Hongchen (1987)
- Go Back 70 Years (1986)
- Goodbye My Hero (1986)
- Love Me Vampire (1986)
- Police Story (1985) as Counsellor Cheung
- Money Is My Money (1985)
- Crocodile Hero (1985)
- Huo Dong Ge (1984) as 陈公哲
- Eight Beauties (1983)
- 家春秋 (1982)
- The Conqueror (1982)
- 凹凸神探 (1982)
- 狼来了 (1982)
- Hong Kong Gentlemen (I) (1981) as 周阿瑞
- Hong Kong Gentlemen (II) (1981)
- The Daring Age (1981) as Yue Fei
- Fatherland (1980) as 杨九斤
- Gone with the wind (1980)
- Chameleon (II) (1979)
- Chameleon (1978)
- Hong Kong Tragedy (1978)
- Money on the Way (1978)
- Horses (1978)
- Hong Kong Emmanuelle (1977) as Chiao-Chi
- The Devil Strikes (1977)
- The Devil Strikes (1977) Producer
- Who's the Ghost in the Sleepy Hollow? (1977)
- The Ten Assassinations (1976)
- The Reincarnation (1976)
- 花心三少騷銀姐 (1976)
- Learned Bride Thrice Fools the Bridegroom (1976)
- 大毒後 (1976)
- Ten Sensational Cases (1975)
- Bald-Headed Betty (1975)
- 遊戲人間三百年 (1975)
- The Devil in Her (1974) as Ai-Lan's Boyfriend
- 翦翦風 (1974)
- The Bastard (1973) as Pedestrian
- Lover's Runway
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is David Lau Chi-Wing best known for?
David Lau Chi-Wing is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Fist of Fury (1995), Pretty Woman (1991), Legend of the Brothers (1991), Kung Fu Vs. Acrobatic (1990).
When and where was David Lau Chi-Wing born?
David Lau Chi-Wing was born on November 9, 1951 in Guangxi, China. They passed away on May 15, 2008.
How many credits does David Lau Chi-Wing have?
David Lau Chi-Wing has accumulated over 51 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1973 to 1997.
What is David Lau Chi-Wing's background in cinema and television?
David Lau Chi-Wing was a Chinese actor and television personality who later became a politician. Born on November 9, 1951, in Guangxi, China, he was active in the entertainment industry with fifty known credits in acting. His career spanned television and film before his transition into politics. He passed away at the ...
David Lau Chi-Wing by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- Legend of the Brothers (1991) as Official Chan — aged about 39
- Fatherland (1980) as 杨九斤 — aged about 28
- Police Story (1985) as Counsellor Cheung — aged about 33
- Fist of Fury (1995) as 蔡六斤 — aged about 43
- Kung Fu Vs. Acrobatic (1990) as Police captain [cameo] — aged about 38
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