Anthony Wong

Hong Kong singer and actor

Anthony Wong - Hong Kong singer and actor
Born

June 16th, 1962
62 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

Hong Kong

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Born in 1962, this individual is a prominent singer and actor in Hong Kong. He gained popularity in the Cantopop music scene during the 1990s, releasing multiple successful albums. Additionally, this individual achieved recognition in film, winning several awards for performances. The career spans both music and acting, demonstrating versatility across mediums.

Released popular Cantopop albums in the 1990s

Won Best Actor at the Hong Kong Film Awards

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