Miyoshi Umeki
Biography
Miyoshi Umeki works in acting. Born May 8, 1929 in Otaru, Hokkaidō, Giappone. Died August 28, 2007. Archytele tracks 23 screen credits across canonical film and television databases.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
23 titles- The Incredible Hulk (2008) as Mrs. Livingston (archive footage) (uncredited)
- The Pet Set (1971) as Self
- The Courtship of Eddie's Father (1969) as Mrs. Livingston
- Burke's Law (1963) as Lotus Bud
- The Merv Griffin Show (1962) as Self
- The Virginian (1962) as Kim Ho
- Sam Benedict (1962)
- The Horizontal Lieutenant (1962) as Akiko
- A Girl Named Tamiko (1962) as Eiko
- Dr. Kildare (1961) as Hana Shigera
- Mister Ed (1961)
- Flower Drum Song (1961) as Mei Li
- Cry for Happy (1961) as Harue
- Rawhide (1959) as Nami
- The Donna Reed Show (1958)
- The All-Star Christmas Show (1958) as Self
- Tonight Starring Jack Paar (1957) as Self
- Sayonara (1957) as Katsumi
- The Dinah Shore Chevy Show (1956) as Self
- The Oscars (1953) as Self
- Hallmark Hall of Fame (1951) as Lotus Blossom
- What's My Line? (1950) as Self
- The Ed Sullivan Show (1948) as Self
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Miyoshi Umeki best known for?
Miyoshi Umeki is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including The Incredible Hulk (2008), The Pet Set (1971), The Courtship of Eddie's Father (1969), Burke's Law (1963).
When and where was Miyoshi Umeki born?
Miyoshi Umeki was born on May 8, 1929 in Otaru, Hokkaidō, Giappone. They passed away on August 28, 2007.
How many credits does Miyoshi Umeki have?
Miyoshi Umeki has accumulated over 23 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1948 to 2008.
What is Miyoshi Umeki's background in cinema and television?
Miyoshi Umeki (梅木 美代志, Umeki Miyoshi; or ミヨシ・ウメキ Miyoshi Umeki, May 8, 1929 – August 28, 2007) was a Japanese American singer and actress. She was best known for being the first Asian actor to win an Academy Award for her acting debut as Katsumi in the romantic drama film Sayonara (1957). Umeki was also best known for...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Hallmark Hall of Fame (1951) as Lotus Blossom — aged about 22
- Tonight Starring Jack Paar (1957) as Self — aged about 28
- Rawhide (1959) as Nami — aged about 30
- The Oscars (1953) as Self — aged about 24
- What's My Line? (1950) as Self — aged about 21
- The Ed Sullivan Show (1948) as Self — aged about 19
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