Classic Hollywood actor Anna May Wong makes history as first Asian American minted on U.S. currency
“a courageous advocate who championed for increased representation and more multi-dimensional roles for Asian American actors.”
Wong rose to prominence in the early 1920s, during a time when white actors were often cast in “yellowface” to play Asian characters. Anti-miscegenation laws and the Chinese Exclusion Act were still in full effect, forcing Wong to navigate xenophobia and racism in the film industry.Wong rallied against the limited, stereotypical roles she was offered. She was often underpaid and cast in villainous roles, or that of a slave or maid.
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