Nathan Jung
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Born | Los Angeles, California , U.S. | November 29, 1946
Occupation(s) | Actor, stuntman |
Nathan Jung (November 29, 1946 – April 24, 2021) was an American actor and stuntman. Due to his height, he was usually cast in "heavy" or "enforcer" roles.
Career
Television
Jung played the character of
Jung has been on a number of other TV shows including
Jung has also appeared in the TV shows
Film
Jung has acted in the films
Jung has also acted in Asian American independent films such as
Jung also appears as himself, the narrator, in Timothy Tau's short documentary, Nathan Jung v. Bruce Lee, where he recounts the first time he met Bruce Lee (played by Jason Yee) on the set of the TV show Here Come the Brides in 1969 and with Allen Rowe portraying a younger version of him in narrative flashbacks; the film also won a Best Original Script and Best Comedy award at the 2018 Asians on Film Festival and has screened at the 2019 Seattle Asian American Film Festival, the 2018 Taiwanese American Film Festival and the 2018 Vancouver Asian Film Festival.[6][7][8]
Upon Jung's death on April 24, 2021, Nathan Jung v. Bruce Lee was shared and his death was covered by outlets including and more.
Personal life
Jung died in Los Angeles on April 24, 2021, at the age of 74.[25][26]
Selected filmography
Film
Year | Title | Role |
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2018 | Nathan Jung v. Bruce Lee | Himself / The Narrator |
2013 | Jackhammer | Silky Samurai |
2008 | Baby |
Restaurant Guy |
2007 | Finishing The Game |
Bob |
1997 | Beverly Hills Ninja | Fisherman |
1995 | Galaxis | Real Deal Doorman |
1994 | Ghoulies IV |
Big Inmate |
1994 | The Shadow | Tibetan Kidnapper |
1993 | American Yakuza | Big Yakuza |
1993 | Surf Ninjas | Manchu |
1993 | Army of One aka Joshua Tree | Chinese Gunman |
1991 | Showdown in Little Tokyo | Bonsai Club Manager |
1990 | Darkman | Chinese Warrior |
1989 | Black Rain | Sato's Enforcer |
1986 | Big Trouble in Little China | Wing Kong Hatchet Man |
1981 | Longshot | "Oddjob" |
1978 | Corvette Summer | The Bouncer |
1978 | Blind Rage | Henchman |
1977 | The Kentucky Fried Movie | Bulkus |
Assorted TV Roles
Year | Title | Episode | Role |
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1998 | Martial Law | "Shanghai Express" (1998) (Pilot) | Wen |
1995 | Burke's Law | "Who Killed Mr. Game Show?" (1995) | Sumo Contestant |
1995 | Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman | "Chi of Steel" (1995) | Jzuk-Mao |
1994 | Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman | "Illusions of Grandeur" (1994) | Jzuk-Mao |
1989 | Highway to Heaven | "It's a Dog's Life" (1989) | Yoji |
1989 | Tour of Duty | "Lonesome Cowboy Blues" (1989) | The Bouncer |
1987 | The New Mike Hammer |
"A Blinding Fear" (1987) | Security Guard |
1984 | The New Mike Hammer |
"The Deadly Prey" (1984) | Man One |
1986 | The A-Team | "Point of No Return" (1986) | Chi |
1986 | Riptide | "The Frankie Kahana Show" (1986) | Kona |
1985 | Hunter |
"Night of the Dragons" (1985) | Mongol, Lead Henchman |
1985 | Falcon Crest | "...And The Fall" (1985), "The Decline" (1985), "Devil's Harvest" (1985) | Chao-Li's Cousin #2 |
1985 | Magnum P.I. |
"The Love-for-Sale Boat" (1985) | Yaikra |
1983 | Manimal | "Breath of the Dragon" (1983) | Tang |
1982 | Bring 'Em Back Alive | "Wilmer Bass and the Serengeti Kid" (1982) | Magar |
1981 | The Misadventures of Sheriff Lobo | "The Roller Disco Karate Kaper" (1981) | Kahuna |
1981 | M*A*S*H | "No Laughing Matter" (1981) | Korean Man |
1978 | CHiPs | "Disaster Squad" (1978) | Wrong-Way Driver |
1978 | The Hardy Boys/Nancy Drew Mysteries | "Death Surf" (1978) | Cho-Lin |
1976 | Starsky and Hutch |
"Nightlight" (1976) | "Itchy" |
1975 | Joe Forrester | "The Witness" (1975) | Henchman |
1974 | General Hospital | Various Episodes in 1974 | Won Chu |
1974 | Sanford and Son | "Home Sweet Home" (1974) | Saburyo |
1974 | Kung Fu |
"Arrogant Dragon" (1974) | The Dark Rider (opposite David Carradine) |
1969 | Here Come the Brides | "Marriage, Chinese Style" (1969) | Tong Enforcer (opposite Bruce Lee) |
1969 | Star Trek: The Original Series | S3:E22, "The Savage Curtain" (1969) | Genghis Khan (opposite William Shatner and Leonard Nimoy) |
References
- ^ "Star Trek". TVGuide.com. Retrieved 2023-06-23.
- ^ "Nathan Jung". www.aveleyman.com. Retrieved 2023-06-23.
- ^ Id.
- ^ "Nathan Jung TV". www.listal.com. Retrieved 2023-06-23.
- ^ Nathan Jung, Filmography, Fandago, http://www.fandango.com/nathanjung/filmography/p36524
- ^ "Asians on Film Festival of Shorts 2018 Winter Quarter Winners". Asians on Film. 2018-05-02. Retrieved 2023-06-23.
- ^ Taiwanese American Film Festival 2018, Nathan Jung v. Bruce Lee, https://www.taff.la/nathanjungvbrucelee
- ^ Nathan Jung v. Bruce Lee, retrieved 2023-06-23
- ^ Bosselman, Haley (2021-05-01). "Nathan Jung, Actor Who Appeared in 'Star Trek' and 'The A-Team,' Dies at 74". Variety. Retrieved 2023-06-23.
- ^ Haring, Bruce (2021-05-01). "Nathan Jung Dies: Actor From 'Star Trek', 'The A-Team' & Many Films Was 74". Deadline. Retrieved 2023-06-23.
- ^ "Nathan Jung, actor known for 'Star Trek' and 'Big Trouble in Little China,' dies at 74". SYFY Official Site. 2021-05-02. Retrieved 2023-06-23.
- ^ "Original Star Trek actor Nathan Jung dies, aged 74". The Independent. 2021-05-03. Retrieved 2023-06-23.
- ^ Ingate, Kathryn (2021-05-02). "Nathan Jung dead: Star Trek, M*A*S*H* and The A-Team actor dies at 74". Express.co.uk. Retrieved 2023-06-23.
- ^ News.com.au, Star Trek actor Nathan Jung dies aged 74, https://www.news.com.au/entertainment/celebrity-life/celebrity-deaths/star-trek-actor-nathan-jung-dies-aged-74/news-story/49c6a57b858c65827b3524607a0361d8
- ^ "Star Trek actor Nathan Jung dies aged 74". NZ Herald. 2023-06-23. Retrieved 2023-06-23.
- ^ "'Star Trek,' 'The A-Team' actor Nathan Jung dead at 74". New York Daily News. 2021-05-01. Retrieved 2023-06-23.
- ^ Zabiegalski, Robin (2021-05-02). "Nathan Jung Dead at 74". Heavy.com. Retrieved 2023-06-23.
- ^ "Nathan Jung, Star Trek actor, dies aged 74". Yahoo Life. 2021-05-02. Retrieved 2023-06-23.
- ^ "Nathan Jung, Star Trek's Genghis Khan, has passed away at 74". Daily Star Trek News. 2021-05-02. Retrieved 2023-06-23.
- ^ "Star Trek, Big Trouble In Little China Actor Nathan Jung Dies at 74". Star Trek. Retrieved 2023-06-23.
- ^ Miller, Madison (2021-05-01). "Nathan Jung, Actor Who Appeared on 'The A-Team' and 'Star Trek,' Dies at 75". Outsider. Retrieved 2023-06-23.
- ^ Randall (2021-05-01). "Actor Nathan Jung of Star Trek fame dies at 74". AsAmNews. Retrieved 2023-06-23.
- ^ III, Trey Hilburn (2021-05-02). "Nathan Jung Star of 'Darkman' and 'Big Trouble in Little China' Dead at 74". iHorror. Retrieved 2023-06-23.
- ^ Gonzales, Rick (2021-05-03). "A Classic Star Trek Actor Has Died". GIANT FREAKIN ROBOT. Retrieved 2023-06-23.
- ^ "Nathan Jung, Actor Who Appeared on 'Star Trek' and 'The A-Team,' Dies at 74". Variety.
- ^ Haring, Bruce (1 May 2021). "Nathan Jung Dies: Actor From 'Star Trek', 'The A-Team' & Many Films Was 74". Deadline. Retrieved 28 February 2022.
External links
- Nathan Jung at IMDb
- Nathan Jung Filmography on Fandango