Tam Ping-man facts for kids
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Tam Ping-man
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| 譚炳文 | |
| Born | 14 November 1933 |
| Died | 5 September 2020 (aged 86) Ruttonjee Hospital, Wan Chai, Hong Kong
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| Occupation | Actor, singer |
| Years active | 1950s–2020 |
Tam Ping-man (born November 14, 1933 – died September 5, 2020) was a famous actor and singer from Hong Kong. He was known for his amazing voice work, which earned him the nickname "dubbing king." He also acted in many TV shows and was even the first person to commentate on horse races in Hong Kong!
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The Voice of Hong Kong
Tam Ping-man was incredibly talented with his voice. He was known as the "dubbing king" because he lent his voice to many characters in movies and TV shows. He helped bring foreign films to Hong Kong audiences.
Famous Dubbing Roles
He was the voice of the U.S. actor Marlon Brando in the movie The Godfather (1972). He also voiced Charlie Townsend in the U.S. TV series Charlie's Angels (1976 to 1981). His voice made these characters famous in Hong Kong.
Horse Racing Commentator
Besides dubbing, Tam Ping-man was also a pioneer. He was the first person to commentate on horse races in Hong Kong. This showed his wide range of talents beyond acting and singing.
A Star on Screen
Tam Ping-man was not just a voice actor; he was also a popular actor. He appeared in many TV shows and became a familiar face to audiences.
Popular TV Shows
He was a regular on the popular variety show Enjoy Yourself Tonight, often called EYT. He also starred in many well-known TVB TV series. Some of these include A House Is Not a Home (TV series), Yesterday's Glitter, The Shell Game, and The Misadventure of Zoo.
On-Screen Partnership
Tam Ping-man had a long-time acting partner, Lee Heung-kam. She was also a very famous Hong Kong actress. Together, they even started their own production company in 1974.
Awards and Legacy
Tam Ping-man's long career and many talents were recognized with a special award.
Life Achievement Award
In 2014, he received the Life Achievement Award at the TVB Anniversary Awards. This award honored his many years of hard work and contributions to entertainment.
Later Years
Tam Ping-man continued to work for many years. He passed away in 2020.
Passing Away
On September 5, 2020, Tam Ping-man passed away at Ruttonjee Hospital in Wan Chai, Hong Kong. He was 86 years old. He had been unwell and had difficulty breathing before he was taken to the hospital.
