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James Wong Howe
Chinese-American film director and cinematographer (1899–1976)
James Wong Howe was born on August 28, 1899 in Jiangmen, People's Republic of China and died on July 12, 1976, aged 76.
Born
August 28, 1899
James Wong Howe died aged 76.
Died: July 12, 1976
Source:
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- Birthplace
- Jiangmen, People's Republic of China
- Birthplace detail
- Born at Taishan
- Professions
- film director, camera operator, cinematographer, director
- Citizenship
- Qing dynasty, United States
More about James Wong Howe
- Zodiac sign
- Virgo
- Birth name
- 黃宗霑
Family
- Spouse
- Sanora Babb
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Questions people ask
How old was James Wong Howe when they died?
James Wong Howe died aged 76.
When is James Wong Howe’s birthday?
James Wong Howe’s recorded birthday is August 28.
Where was James Wong Howe born?
James Wong Howe was born in Jiangmen, People's Republic of China.
What was James Wong Howe’s name at birth?
James Wong Howe’s recorded birth name is 黃宗霑.
When did James Wong Howe die?
James Wong Howe died on July 12, 1976.