Pauline Chan was a Chinese-American actress known for her work in adult films and movies like 神經刀與飛天貓, 風起雲湧之情迷香江, and 花街狂奔. She gained fame in the late 1980s and 1990s, becoming a notable figure in the adult film industry.
Personal and Family Life
Born on May 23, 1973, in Shanghai, China as Chen Baolian, Pauline moved to Hong Kong with her mother at the age of 12 after her parents divorced. She began her modeling career at 15 and entered the Miss Asia beauty pageant in 1990. Despite her early success, her personal life was marred by struggles, particularly with substance abuse.
Career
Pauline Chan started her career in adult films at 18 and quickly rose to prominence in that sector. While she had several roles in mainstream cinema, her life took a downturn after a turbulent relationship with a Taiwanese millionaire. Following their breakup, she faced increasing personal challenges that negatively impacted her career.
Death and Legacy
On July 31, 2002, Chan took her own life at the age of 29 by jumping from her apartment window in Shanghai, shortly after giving birth to her son. Her tragic end highlighted the difficulties she faced throughout her life, leaving a complex legacy in the film industry.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| 神經刀與飛天貓 | 1993-03-27 | Evil Lady of Yi Ho |
| 風起雲湧之情迷香江 | 1993-03-14 | Lin |
| 花街狂奔 | 1992-02-29 | Hung |
| 國產凌凌漆 | 1994-10-13 | 長髮女郎 |
| 艷降勾魂 | 1999-09-04 | Pauline |
| 劍奴 | 1993-03-18 | Mu-Lin |
| 夜生活女王之霞姐傳奇 | 1991-11-20 | Linda |
| 省港流鶯 | 1993-02-19 | Insp. Pauline Chen |
| 飛女正傳 | 1992-09-17 | Chewing Gum |
| 現代情慾篇之換妻檔案 | 1993-03-05 | Susan |
| 聊齋三集之燈草和尚 | 1992-03-05 | I-Meng |
| 姦魔 | 1992-10-28 | |
| 旺角揸Fit人 | 1996-05-23 | Nurse |
| 五月櫻唇 | 1992-05-28 | Lyon |
| 我來自北京 | 1992-10-14 | Au Fung |
| 三劍俠與飛機妹 | 1993-05-13 | Mrs Chau |
| 魔域歡喜教 | 1993-04-08 | |
| 十大槍擊要犯之殺生狀元 | 1993-01-01 | |
| 應召女郎1988之二現代應召女郎 | 1992-05-17 | Eva |
| 鬼劇院之驚青艷女郎 | 1996-06-01 | The Ghost |
| 第八宗罪 | 1996-02-03 | Pauline |
| 偶遇 | 1995-04-20 | |
| 青春夢裡人 | 1994-01-01 | |
| 千禧曼波 | 2001-10-31 | |
| Angel the Kickboxer | 1993-01-13 | Pauline |
| 假男假女 | 1996-08-30 | |
| 我有我瘋狂 | 1997-03-02 | |
| 夜半2點鐘 | 1997-01-25 | 1) Eva |
| 情陷百樂門 | 2000-08-31 | |
| 基佬40 | 1997-01-16 | |
| 來自北方的壞人 | 1992-01-01 | |
| 火舞風雲之北妹 | 1993-01-01 | |
| 大昅嘢 | 1993-01-07 | |
| Spider Force | 1992-01-01 | |
| 天网行动 | 1994-01-01 | 陈帮办 |
| Honor and Glory | 1993-04-28 | |
| 中国性戏观 | 1997-03-09 | |
| 奸魔 | 1992-10-29 | |
| 现代情欲篇之换妻档案 | 1993-03-05 | |
| 新武则天外传 | 1995-01-01 | 晚年武则天 |