France Nuyen
Vietnamese-French actress in film & television
Born
July 31st, 1939
86 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
France
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Born in 1939, a Vietnamese-French actress gained prominence in the 1960s with significant roles in film and television. The breakout role in 'South Pacific' (1958) led to further performances in notable projects, including 'The World of Suzie Wong' (1960) and 'The Manchurian Candidate' (1962). The career included contributions to various television series, where memorable performances established a lasting presence in the entertainment industry.
Starred in 'South Pacific'
Appeared in 'The World of Suzie Wong'
Featured in 'The Manchurian Candidate'
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