Gedde Watanabe

Gedde Watanabe, born on June twenty-six, nineteen fifty-five, is a versatile American actor and comedian whose career spans several decades. He is widely recognized for his remarkable voice work, particularly as Ling in Disney's animated classics, Mulan (nineteen ninety-eight) and its sequel, Mulan II (two thousand four).

Watanabe's film career took off with his memorable role as Long Duk Dong in the iconic teen comedy Sixteen Candles (nineteen eighty-four). His talent for bringing characters to life continued with his portrayal of Takahara 'Kaz' Kazihiro in Gung Ho (nineteen eighty-six), showcasing his ability to navigate both comedic and dramatic roles.

In addition to his film work, Gedde Watanabe made a significant impact on television, particularly as Nurse Yosh Takata in the acclaimed NBC medical drama ER, where he appeared from nineteen ninety-seven to two thousand three. His contributions to the performing arts also include being an original cast member of the Stephen Sondheim musical Pacific Overtures, further highlighting his diverse skill set.