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Daniel Kwan's Maximalist, Oscar-Winning Cinema
The distinctively bizarre visual flair that bespeaks Daniel Kwan’s roots in music videos has blossomed into award-winning feature films.
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Bets on seed- and early-stage startups led to Homebrew’s stable of multi-billion-dollar companies.
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Russell Wong Paved Way for More Asian American Male Roles
Russell Wong achieved broad audience appeal with dramas like The Joy Luck Club and actioners like Romeo Must Die.
Lee Isaac Chung Goes From Arkansas to Hollywood Blockbusters
The 2020 Minari arthouse hit catapulted Lee Isaac Chung to helm major studio and franchise productions.
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Ali Wong’s Multifaceted Hollywood Stardom
From early stand-up days to recent Golden Globe and Emmy triumphs, Ali Wong has consistently captivated audiences with a unique blend of humor and poignance.
Blockbusting Musical Visionary Jon Chu
Director Jon Chu has Hollywood studios lining up for more big noisy hits like Wicked and Crazy Rich Asians.
Ashley Park Turns Theatrical Chops into Streaming Success
Ashley Park leveraged theatrical acclaim into a regular roles on the Netflix hit series Emily in Paris and Beef, among others.
Virtuoso Filmmaker and 2-Time Oscar Winner Ang Lee
Ang Lee has showcased his ability to direct a variety of films while garnering critical acclaim and box office success.
Bruce Lee's Influence on Martial Arts Films Remains Unmatched
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Ladies & Legends: Elaine Chao – Trailblazer and Historymaker
An abbreviated look at Elaine Chao’s (the first Asian American woman to serve in a President’s cabinet – ever!) rise to household-name status.
Vivian Tu Takes Money Smarts Viral
After leaving lucrative buttoned-down careers Vivian Tu became a digital finance powerhouse as “Your Rich BFF”.
Alvin Huang Designs Function-Based Structures
Alvin Huang founded Synthesis Design + Architecture to create structures that optimize performance.
Peter Do Creates Quiet Runway Revolution
From a $20 sewing machine to Paris Fashion Week, Peter Do created ultra-modern fashion concepts by imbuing them with his Vietnamese heritage.
Ruoming Pang’s AI Experience Earns $200 Million Payday
Ruoming Pang led Apple’s core LLM initiatives until being lured to Meta by Zuckerberg’s $200 million offer.
Shahid Khan Makes Billions from Bumpers and Football
The Pakistani American turned Flex-N-Gate into an automotive giant that afforded him the Jacksonville Jaguars and Fulham F.C.
Weijia Jiang Takes Over White House Correspondents Association
The Senior CBS News reporter is the first woman of color to lead the organization representing over 900 journalists.
Asian American Dancers Represent Through Rhythm
Kyle Hanagami, Bailey Sok, and Sean Lew have danced with legends, started viral trends, and are constantly inspiring a new wave of dancers.
Money Moves that Helped Michelle Lee Change Her Life
Singapore native Michelle Lee retired at 35 and is now teaching her clients how she built her wealth to become financially free and how they ...
David Chang’s Culinary Empire Stretches from Noodles to Netflix
David Chang is reshaping the global culinary landscape with Momofuku and a distinctive voice in food media.
Mitski’s Vocal Style Builds Cultlike Fanbase
Japan-born Mitski enjoys critical and commercial success with forays into indie rock, synth pop and Americana.
Dhar Mann Inspires Millions with Life Lessons
Dhar Mann has built a digital media empire that produces short videos that aspire to improve humanity.
The Rise, Disappearance, and Reinvention of Michelle Phan
Michelle Phan pioneered a multi-million dollar beauty empire, then vanished for years before making a powerful return.
Jiahui Yu Becomes Key Meta Prize in AI Talent War
AI engineer Jiahui Yu shaped generative image software and more complex thought processes in LLM technology for Google and OpenAI until his recent defection to ...
Deepika Padukone Makes History With Walk Of Fame Star
The Bollywood star will become the first woman of Indian citizenship to receive the honor.
Ann Nguyen Went From Posting Travel Tips to Packing Out Nightclubs
By day, Ann Nguyen decodes trends. By night, she defines them by spinning high-energy sets at clubs around the world.
Kishi Bashi’s Eclectic Pop Songs Revel in Japanese Heritage
The acclaimed Japanese American musician has achieved success with genre-bending albums and impactful artistic projects.
Yuman Fong Fights Cancer with Viruses, AI Robotics
Dr. Fong has become a globally eminent surgical oncologist with innovative use of cutting-edge tools.
Lillian Zhang Gives Gen Z a Blueprint for Building Wealth
She started out making and selling plushies at school and now she’s a Gen Z money expert with 300K+ followers and a debut book in ...
Celine Song Rom-Coms Draw Inspiration from Her Life
Materialists was inspired by Celine Song’s real-life job as a matchmaker.
Dev Patel Rose from Slumdog to Stardom
Dev Patel rose to international fame with Slumdog Millionaire and added to his critical acclaim through hits like Lion and Monkey Man
Mason Ji’s Legal Career Flies on Brilliant Credentials
Mason Ji’s entry into international law is rooted in early experiences at the White House and the United Nations.
Dr. Woo Is Hollywood’s Most in Demand Tattoo Artist
With his fine line art and stunning sketch tattoos, Brian Woo goes far beyond needlework toward building a global brand.
Kimberley Ho Left Wall Street to Protect Gen Alpha’s Skin
Viral beauty products aren’t always fit for young, sensitive skin so Kimberley Ho built her own brand to change skincare for the next generation.
Neurosurgery Breakthroughs Championed by Dr. Linda Liau
Dr. Linda Liau transformed brain cancer treatment through groundbreaking work in immunotherapy and neurosurgery.
Marie Oh Huber Engineered M&A Activity for Fortune 500
As Chief Legal Officer Marie Oh Huber led Fortune 500 companies in navigating mergers and acquisitions and other complex regulatory challenges.
Linkin Park’s Audio-Visual Style Crafted by Joe Hahn
The creative vision of Joe Hahn has given Linkin Park a unique sound and powerful visual aesthetics.
Anh Phoong Used Billboards to Build Her Brand in PI Law
Anh Phoong built a personal injury empire with relentless marketing campaigns to achieve ubiquity across California and Nevada.
Jackie Chan Still Does His Own Stunts at 71
At 71 Jackie Chan still does his own stunts because that's what he believes his fans expect.
5 Asian Comedians Who Flipped the Script on Stand-Up
With jokes, timing, and talent, these five comics are turning the Asian American experience into the world's laughing stock.
Queer Asian Woman Elected San Antonio Mayor Despite Identity Politics
Filipino Gina Ortiz Jones prevailed despite accusations by opponent Roland Pablos that she was deliberately trying to mislead voters into thinking she was Latina.
Larry Li’s VC Boom Began with Zoom
Spotting 15 unicorns and counting, Larry Li, a managing partner at Amino Capital has demonstrated a remarkable ability to identify and nurture high-growth startups.
John Cho's Gnarly Trip from Stoner to Starship Helmsman
From his early comedic roles to franchise sci-fi roles John Cho’s acting evolution has spanned the Hollywood galaxy.
Michele Kang Is the Billionaire Patron of Women’s Pro Soccer
The struggles of the fledgling women's pro soccer industry have drawn Michele Kang's passion for turning dysfunction into an opportunity for future success.
Daniel Kwan's Maximalist, Oscar-Winning Cinema
The distinctively bizarre visual flair that bespeaks Daniel Kwan’s roots in music videos has blossomed into award-winning feature films.
Yul Ku Built Pricey, Thriving AG Jeans Brand with $3,000
After moving from Seoul to Los Angeles, Yul Ku turned his denim dreams into an empire, creating a now top-selling brand at Nordstrom.
Satya Patel’s Keen Eye for Unicorns
Bets on seed- and early-stage startups led to Homebrew’s stable of multi-billion-dollar companies.
Three Top Chef Champions Born in Asia
Chefs from Seoul, Guangdong, and Saigon shone in one of the U.S’s biggest food competitions while going from immigrant struggles to Michelin-level success.
Russell Wong Paved Way for More Asian American Male Roles
Russell Wong achieved broad audience appeal with dramas like The Joy Luck Club and actioners like Romeo Must Die.
Lee Isaac Chung Goes From Arkansas to Hollywood Blockbusters
The 2020 Minari arthouse hit catapulted Lee Isaac Chung to helm major studio and franchise productions.
Mark Tatum Rises with the NBA’s Growth
In his quarter century with the NBA Mark A. Tatum has been a key player in the growth of the league’s media rights and corporate ...
Asian American Women Bring Star Power to Winter Olympics
Chloe Kim, Eileen Gu, and Hailey Langland are extravagantly fearless Asian American women restyling snow sports and the Winter Olympics.
Ali Wong’s Multifaceted Hollywood Stardom
From early stand-up days to recent Golden Globe and Emmy triumphs, Ali Wong has consistently captivated audiences with a unique blend of humor and poignance.
Blockbusting Musical Visionary Jon Chu
Director Jon Chu has Hollywood studios lining up for more big noisy hits like Wicked and Crazy Rich Asians.
Ashley Park Turns Theatrical Chops into Streaming Success
Ashley Park leveraged theatrical acclaim into a regular roles on the Netflix hit series Emily in Paris and Beef, among others.
Virtuoso Filmmaker and 2-Time Oscar Winner Ang Lee
Ang Lee has showcased his ability to direct a variety of films while garnering critical acclaim and box office success.
Bruce Lee's Influence on Martial Arts Films Remains Unmatched
His life was tragically cut short over 50 years ago, but Bruce Lee's revolutionary approach to martial arts and his impactful films cemented his status ...
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