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David Nicholas Yip (Chinese: 葉西園; pinyin: Yè Xīyuán; born 4 June 1951) is a British actor and playwright. He gained prominence through his role in the BBC series The Chinese Detective (1981–1982) as the first East Asian lead on British television.
Seit Mitte der 1970er-Jahre steht Yip, der die Schauspielschule East 15 Acting School besucht hatte, vor der Kamera. Er wurde 1981 durch die Rolle des Johnny Ho in der BBC -Dramaserie Schieß in den Wind, Ho (The Chinese Detective) bekannt.
The series starred British Chinese actor David Yip as Detective Sergeant John Ho. Yip became the first Chinese lead actor in any British television drama series.
Episode #TitleDirected ByWritten By1"Trials"Ian ToyntonIan Kennedy Martin2"Oblomov"Terence WilliamsIan Kennedy Martin3"Wheels Within Wheels"Ian Kennedy Martin4"Tapdancer"Ian ToyntonIan Kennedy Martin6. Jan. 2024 · David Yip: Being the Chinese Detective – Thinking Chinese Conference, UCL, 1st April 2015 David Yip provides an insightful personal story detailing his experiences auditioning and pla ...more.
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David Yip is a British actor of Chinese descent, born in Liverpool in 1951. He has appeared in films such as A View to a Kill, Empire of the Sun, and The Last Emperor, as well as TV shows and theatre productions.
- June 4, 1951
Learn about David Yip's life and career, from his mixed race background in Liverpool to his roles in film, TV and theatre. Discover his passion for 'Gold Mountain', a play about identity and belonging, and his Buddhist faith and practice.
For David Yip, sharing traditional Chinese cooking and techniques with some of the most promising chefs in the region is what he finds truly rewarding.