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David Nicholas Yip (Chinese: 葉西園; pinyin: Yè Xīyuán; born 4 June 1951) is a British actor and playwright. He gained prominence through his role in the BBC series The Chinese Detective (1981–1982) as the first East Asian lead on British television.
David Yip is a British-born actor and director who has appeared in films such as A View to a Kill, Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom, and Entrapment. He has also voiced characters in video games such as Ni no Kuni II and The Lego Ninjago Movie.
- January 1, 1
- 2 min
- Liverpool, England, UK
David Yip is a British actor of Chinese descent, born in Liverpool in 1951. He has appeared in films such as A View to a Kill, Empire of the Sun, and The Last Emperor, as well as TV shows and theatre productions.
- June 4, 1951
Learn about David Yip's life and career, from his mixed race background in Liverpool to his roles in film, TV and theatre. Discover his passion for 'Gold Mountain', a play about identity and belonging, and his Buddhist faith and practice.
Jan 6, 2024 · David Yip: Being the Chinese Detective – Thinking Chinese Conference, UCL, 1st April 2015 David Yip provides an insightful personal story detailing his experiences auditioning and pla ...more.
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- 1823
- British Chinese Heritage Centre
For David Yip, sharing traditional Chinese cooking and techniques with some of the most promising chefs in the region is what he finds truly rewarding.
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The series starred British Chinese actor David Yip as Detective Sergeant John Ho. Yip became the first Chinese lead actor in any British television drama series.
