Lyman Chen is a distinguished American-born film and television actor of Chinese heritage, whose impressive career has spanned a wide range of genres and mediums.
His breakthrough role came when he was cast as the Chinese interpreter for the iconic Jack Nicholson in Martin Scorsese's critically acclaimed film, The Departed. Premiering in October 2006, the film went on to receive widespread critical acclaim, earning four Academy Awards, including Martin Scorsese's sole Best Director Academy Award.
Since then, Lyman has continued to work on a diverse array of film and television projects, showcasing his remarkable range and versatility as a performer. His roles have included William Zhai on Fox's neXt, Mr. Liang on Season 2 of Mr. Mercedes, Xun of The Dark Army on the Golden Globe Award-winning Mr. Robot, and MSS Agent Joseph Yun on CBS' Rush Hour.
Lyman's dramatic roles have consistently demonstrated his ability to bring depth and nuance to his characters, while his language skills have been showcased through his proficiency in various languages. Conversely, his comedic performances, such as those in It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia, have highlighted his impressive comedic abilities.
Lyman's upcoming projects include appearances on AppleTV+'s WeCrashed and Amazon's Something From Tiffany's, further solidifying his reputation as a talented and in-demand actor.
