Kelvin Han Yee

Kelvin Han Yee

64 · Born: Jun 14, 1961

Personal Details

BornJun 14, 1961 San Francisco, California, USA

Biography

Kelvin Han Yee is a renowned American actor of Asian descent, boasting an illustrious career spanning over three decades in the realms of film, television, and theater. His remarkable journey began when he was discovered by the esteemed American Conservatory Theatre, where he was working as a bouncer in San Francisco. This breakthrough led to his association with various other prestigious regional theaters, including the Oregon Shakespeare Festival at Ashland, Berkeley Repertory Theater, and The Huntington Theater.

In 1985, he landed the role of Paul Fang, the quintessential all-American teenager, in "A Great Wall", the pioneering American movie shot on location in the People's Republic of China. This milestone marked a significant turning point in his career, paving the way for a diverse range of subsequent projects.

Throughout his extensive career, Kelvin Han Yee has consistently demonstrated his versatility by taking on roles in blockbuster movies, network television, and independent films. His talent and dedication have earned him recognition and respect within the industry, with his current representation coming from the reputable Authentic Talent + Literary Agency.

Career

2023
Earthlings
Earthlings as Tom Chen
May December
May December as Joe Sr.
Maxine
Maxine as Malcolm
Honor Student
Honor Student as Mr. Chue
Better Half
Better Half as Fergus
2022
Take the Night
Take the Night as Chang Father
Partner Track
Partner Track as Franklin 'Papa' Min
2019
Samir
Samir as Frank
2018
Faith Under Fire
Faith Under Fire as Harlon Moline
Destroyer
Destroyer as Lt. Oshima
2016
Comfort
Comfort as Martin
2012
Silver Case
Silver Case as Businessman #1
Keye Luke
Keye Luke as Lee Luke
2011
2007
Lucky You
Lucky You as Chico Banh
2005
The Island
The Island as Censor
2004
Sucker Free City
Sucker Free City as Chinese Henchman
2002
Cherish
Cherish as Officer Yee
2001
Sweet November
Sweet November as Burly Man
1999
True Crime
True Crime as Zachary Platt
1996
Chalk
Chalk as TC
1995
Copycat
Copycat as Chinese Detective