Ken Jeong
At 56 years old, Ken Jeong remains one of the most prominent American Actors working today.
Kendrick Kang-Joh Jeong (/dʒʌŋ/ JUNG; Korean: 정강조; born July 13, 1969) is an American stand-up comedian and actor. He became famous for playing Leslie Chow in The Hangover film series (2009–2013) and Ben Chang in the NBC sitcom Community (2009–2015). He created, wrote and produced the sitcom Dr. Ken (2015–2017), in which he portrays the titular character. He has appeared in the films Knocked Up (2007), Role Models (2008), Furry Vengeance (2010), The Duff (2015), Ride Along 2 (2016), Crazy Rich Asians (2018), Scoob! (2020) and Tom & Jerry (2021).
"Ken Jeong's portrayal of the eccentric gangster Leslie Chow in 'The Hangover' film series (2009-2013) is widely considered his most defining career moment." — About Ken Jeong
| Metric | Ken Jeong | Avg Actor | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age | 56 | 53 | +3 yrs |
| Career length | 38 yrs | ~35 yrs | +3 yrs |
| Based on 4322 Actor profiles in our database | |||
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Facts about Ken Jeong
Did you know that Ken Jeong actually practiced medicine for several years, even working as a primary care physician in Kaiser Permanente, before fully committing to his acting career?
- Before becoming a full-time actor, Ken Jeong was a licensed physician, specializing in internal medicine.
- He completed his undergraduate studies at Duke University and earned his M.D. from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
- Jeong performed stand-up comedy at open mic nights in Los Angeles while still practicing medicine as a doctor.
- His breakout role in 'Knocked Up' as Dr. Kuni was based on his real-life medical background and was written specifically for him.
- He met his wife, Tran Ho, who is also a physician, when they were both working as doctors in Los Angeles.
Ken Jeong's portrayal of the eccentric gangster Leslie Chow in 'The Hangover' film series (2009-2013) is widely considered his most defining career moment. This iconic role catapulted him to global fame, showcasing his distinctive comedic style and cementing his status as a memorable character actor.
Jeong's unique blend of physical comedy and sharp wit has made him a beloved figure in Hollywood, breaking barriers for Asian American representation in mainstream comedy and film.