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石堅

石堅

Acting1913Canton, China

Biography

Shih Kien (Chinese: 石堅, 1 January 1913 – 3 June 2009), also known as Shek Wing-cheung, Sek Gin, or Shek Kin, was a Hong Kong–based Chinese actor and martial artist. He was born on January 1, 1913 in Shigang, Guangzhou, China and died on June 3, 2009 in Hong Kong.

Sek Kin began his career in the film industry in 1939 as a make-up artist. He made his acting debut in 1940 with the film "Flower in a Sea of Blood". In the 1950s and 1960s, he became well-known for his roles as villains in kung fu films. He appeared in many popular films of this era, including the "Wong Fei Hung" series, the "Fong Sai Yuk" series, and "Buddha's Palm".

In 1973, Sek Kin starred opposite Bruce Lee in the film "Enter the Dragon". He played the role of Han, the main villain of the film. Sek Kin's performance in "Enter the Dragon" was critically acclaimed and he is considered to be one of the greatest villains in kung fu cinema.

In the 1970s and 1980s, Sek Kin continued to act in both films and television series. He also began to work as a production manager on films. In 1996, he was honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award of the Hong Kong Film Critics' Association. In 2003, he was given the Professional Achievement Award at the Hong Kong Film Awards.

Sek Kin died on June 3, 2009 at the age of 96. He was a highly respected actor who made a significant contribution to the Hong Kong film industry. He is remembered for his iconic roles as villains in kung fu films and for his groundbreaking work in the early days of Hong Kong cinema.

Acting History

1995
Ten Brothers
as Uncle Three
1983
Hong Kong Playboys
as Mao Ying Ying's Father
The Legend of the Condor Heroes
TVas 裘千仞、裘千丈40 eps
The Return of the Condor Heroes
TVas 裘千仞(慈恩)50 eps
1982
Buddha's Palm
as Foot Monster
The Legend of Master So
TVas 苏松轩20 eps
错结良缘
TVas 乐添富9 eps
1980
The Legend Of Bruce Lee
as Bruce's final opponent
The Young Master
as Chief Sheriff Sang Kwan
The Ring of Death
as Dragon Style Master
1974
The Virgin Mart
as Big Boss Qiang Han
Rivals of Kung Fu
as Master Shen Chiu Kung
Wits to Wits
as Casino boss
Monkey Fist
as Chow Li Ming
1972
The Fugitive
as Master Xi
The Roaring Lion
as Chi Pao "Tiger"
The Hurricane
as Yuan Neng
1971
1967
1966
Lady Black Cat
as Tong Long
Bitter Fear
as Father
The Black Musketeer 'F'
as Inspector Chan
The Detective
as Wu Him
1953
Spring
as Ko Hak-ming
Family
as Ko Hak-ming

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Personal Info

Known For
Acting
Gender
Male
Birthday
1/1/1913
Day of Death
6/3/2009
Place of Birth
Canton, China
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