Luke Chan was an American actor known for his roles in Samurai (1945), The Secrets of Wu Sin (1932), and The Mysterious Mr. Wong (1934). He was born on April 16, 1896, in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada, and passed away on September 30, 1983, in Los Angeles, California, USA.
Personal and Family Life
Little is known about Luke Chan’s personal and family life. He was born as Luke Tin Chan and spent most of his career in the United States contributing to the film industry. Details about his family or relationships remain undisclosed.
Career
Chan had a long career in film, often portraying characters that reflected the diverse roles available for Asian actors in early Hollywood. His appearances in various films from the 1930s to the 1940s helped pave the way for future generations of Asian actors, although many of his roles were uncredited.
Death and Legacy
Luke Chan passed away on September 30, 1983, in Los Angeles, California. His contributions to cinema, especially in the context of Asian representation, leave a lasting legacy in the film industry. Though not widely recognized, his roles in several notable films remain a testament to his impact.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| The Secrets of Wu Sin | 1932-12-15 | Luke |
| Charlie Chan in The Chinese Cat | 1944-05-20 | Wu Song |
| Now and Forever | 1934-08-31 | Assistant Hotel Manager (uncredited) |
| Victory | 1940-12-21 | Chinese Houseboy (uncredited) |
| Samurai | 1945-08-24 | Priest |
| Student Tour | 1934-10-05 | Chinese Prisoner |
| Destination Unknown | 1942-10-09 | Chinese Waiter |
| Behind the Rising Sun | 1943-08-01 | Officer |
| Bataan | 1943-06-03 | Japanese Soldier |
| Roaming Lady | 1936-05-02 | Chinese Man |
| Mission to Moscow | 1943-04-29 | Japanese Diplomat (uncredited) |
| The Mysterious Mr. Wong | 1935-01-25 | Prof. Chan Fu |
| The Purple Heart | 1944-02-25 | |
| Wake Island | 1942-08-11 | Japanese Admiral (uncredited) |
| Singapore | 1947-08-13 | Chinese Waiter (uncredited) |
| West of Shanghai | 1937-10-30 | Abernathy Servant |