Wei Ping-Ao
Biography
Wei Ping-Ao was a Hong Kong-based Chinese actor. Born on November 29, 1929, in Nanjing, Jiangsu, China, he started his career in the Shaw Brothers Studio. He is known for his work in films such as Deaf Mute Heroine, Hapkido, and Fists of Bruce Lee. Wei Ping-Ao also appeared in Bruce Lee's films Fist of Fury and Way of the Dragon, in which he dubbed his own voice. Throughout his career, he accumulated 75 known credits. Wei Ping-Ao died on December 3, 1989, at the age of 60, in Hong Kong.
Career overview
Wei Ping-Ao was a Hong Kong-based Chinese actor who began his career in the Shaw Brothers Studio. He appeared in various films, including Deaf Mute Heroine, Hapkido, and Fists of Bruce Lee. In 1972, he played a role in two notable films, Fist of Fury and Way of the Dragon, both starring Bruce Lee. In these films, he also provided his own voice for dubbing.
Wei Ping-Ao's acting credits span across multiple films, totaling 75 known credits. His work in the film industry showcased his versatility as an actor, with a notable presence in a range of films. His collaborations with Bruce Lee are particularly notable, as he played a cunning interpreter in two of Lee's films.
Wei Ping-Ao's career in the film industry spanned several years, during which he gained recognition for his acting skills. His work in the Shaw Brothers Studio and his collaborations with notable actors and directors contributed to his reputation as a talented actor.
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- The 5 Kung Fu Kids (1988)
- Sex of the Imperial (1988)
- Journey to the West (1988)
- Turbo Dragon (1985)
- Secrets of the Inner Chamber (1985) as Master Charng
- The Last Night of Madam Chin (1984)
- 36 Super Kids (1982)
- The Chinese Stuntman (1982) as The Director
- Monkey War (1982)
- Calamity of Snakes (1982) as Peter Ma
- Ninja in the Dragon's Den (1982) as Chemist
- Raiders of the Shaolin Temple (1982)
- Can't Stop the War (1982)
- The Flute Player of Wrath (1982)
- The Taxi Driver (1981)
- Spooky Kookies (1981) as Bo's Dad
- Three Funny Detectives (1981)
- Incredible Kung Fu Mission (1979) as Master Chan Chi
- The Art of War by Sun Tzu (1979)
- The Marvelous Kung Fu (1979)
- Fists of Bruce Lee (1978) as Octopus
- Golden Nun (1977)
- One Arm Chivalry Fights Against One Arm Chivalry (1977)
- The Prominent Eunuch Chen Ho (1977)
- What Price? - Stardom (1977) Director
- What Price? - Stardom (1977) Writer
- Duel with the Devils (1977)
- The Ghost (1976)
- Laugh In (1976)
- Bruce Lee Superdragon (1976) as Movie Producer
- Sea Gods and Ghosts (1975) as Au Ming-Ou
- The Phantom Lute (1975) as Hsin Kwei
- Shantung Man in Hong Kong (1975)
- Dragon Gate (1975) as His Majesty
- Invisible Master (1975)
- The Snake Girl Drops In (1974) as Witch
- Tornado of Chu-chiang (1974)
- Naughty! Naughty! (1974) as Wei Ping Ao
- Bruce Lee: The Man and the Legend (1973) as Self
- The Fate of Lee Khan (1973) as Wen Mei Chi
- Fist of Unicorn (1973) as San Tin
- Tales of Larceny (1973) as Retinue Officer Bo Sin
- Adventure in Denmark (1973) as Travel Agent
- Spring in Pattaya (1973) as Pin Hao
- Honor and Love (1973)
- Fist of Fury (1972) as Interpreter Wu
- The Way of the Dragon (1972) as Ho
- Love Is an Elusive Wind (1972)
- Filthy Guy (1972)
- Hapkido (1972) as Black Bear Secretary Zhang
- Deaf and Mute Heroine (1971)
- The Brave Young Generation (1971)
- Valley of the Fangs (1970) as Hu San
- The Winged Tiger (1970) as You Ming
- Wrath of the Sword (1970) as Zhang Xiao-Shan
- Double Bliss (1970) as Zhou Rongzong (Chu Yung-Chung)
- Vengeance Is a Golden Blade (1969) as Master Jin
- The Three Smiles (1969) as Zhu Zhi Shan
- The Millionaire Chase (1969) as Jiang Wen Qiang
- River of Tears (1969) as Li Laosan
- The Magnificent Swordsman (1968) as Xiu Xiu's Brother
- Killer Darts (1968) as Light Footed Hero
- Divorce, Hong Kong Style (1968) as Hsiao Pai
- Hong Kong Rhapsody (1968) as Wei Chung Liang
- The Trail of the Broken Blade (1967) as Shi Gan
- King Drummer (1967) as Li Yuan-Ming
- King Cat (1967) as Jiang Ping, Underwater Mouse
- Kiss and Kill (1967) as Chien Kun
- Sing High, Sing Low (1967)
- Song of Tomorrow (1967) as TV host
- Poisonous Rose (1966) as Fourth Brother
- Downhill They Ride (1966)
- Good Neighbors (1961) as Chen Hsi-Ting
- Conscience and Guilt (1960)
- Terminal Bound (1956)
- Remote Love (1956) as Bu La-Te