Haing S. Ngor
Physician and author of 'Survival in the Killing Fields'
Born
March 22nd, 1940
85 years ago
Died
February 25th, 1996
29 years ago — 55 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
United States
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A Cambodian-American physician and author, contributed significantly to literature on the Khmer Rouge regime. Arrived in the United States as a refugee after surviving the Cambodian genocide. Wrote 'Survival in the Killing Fields', which details experiences during this tumultuous period. Worked as a physician in Los Angeles after earning a medical degree. Acted in the film adaptation of his book, receiving critical acclaim for the performance. Received an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for the role, marking a significant achievement in film.
Authored 'Survival in the Killing Fields'
Won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor
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