Leslie Cheung

Born

September 12, 1956

Died

April 1, 2003 (aged 46)

Known as

singer, composer, film director, actor, songwriter, film actor

Leslie Cheung Kwok-wing was a Hong Kong singer-songwriter and actor. One of the most influential cultural icons in the Sinophone world, Cheung was known for his debonair demeanour, flamboyant screen characters, and avant-garde, androgynous stage presence. Throughout his 26-year career, he released over 40 music albums and acted in 56 films.

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