Rosalind Chao
Date of Birth: September 23, 1957
Gender: Female
Place of Birth: Anaheim, California, USA
Biography:
Rosalind Chao, an American actress of Chinese descent, has had a diverse and impressive career in television and film. Born into a family passionate about the arts, Rosalind's early exposure to Peking opera laid the foundation for her extraordinary acting journey. Throughout her childhood summers, she further honed her skills in Taiwan before eventually returning to California where she would make her mark on Hollywood.
Despite briefly considering a career in journalism, Chao's passion for acting led her back to the stage. Her big break came with her role as Soon-Lee Klinger on the beloved TV series M*A*S*H and its sequel AfterMASH. This memorable character married the longtime fan favorite Maxwell Klinger, played by Jamie Farr, in the iconic series finale "Goodbye, Farewell and Amen."
Chao's exceptional talent has allowed her to portray a wide range of roles, both recurring and guest-starring, on numerous hit TV shows like Star Trek: The Next Generation, Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, The O.C., Better Things, This is Us, black-ish, and The First Lady. Her extensive television appearances include notable series like Diff'rent Strokes, Falcon Crest, and Don't Trust the B---- in Apartment 23.
Her film career includes starring roles in critically acclaimed films such as The Joy Luck Club, Freaky Friday (2003), and Mulan (2020), where she played the mother of Mulan, Hua Li. In addition to this, Chao's impressive filmography features North, What Dreams May Come, Impostor, I Am Sam, Just Like Heaven, Together Together, and The Starling.
Recognizing her significant contributions to the world of cinema, in 2019 Rosalind Chao was invited to join the prestigious Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. With a career spanning decades and touching millions of hearts through her captivating performances, Rosalind Chao remains an inspiring figure within the entertainment industry.
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