Learn how your comment data is processed. Gemma Chan has been in all our fan-favorite movies of recent years. She then followed it up with Bess of Hardwick’s part in the historical drama Mary Queen of Scots. She was part of the cast of “Crazy Rich Asians,” the first Hollywood film in over two decades to feature an all-Asian cast. The British actress said in an an Allure feature on Tuesday, March 19, “Why are actors of color, who have fewer opportunities anyway, only allowed to play their own race? She garnered her breakthrough by playing Astrid in the 2018 film Crazy Rich Asians. Notify me of follow-up comments by email. Sexiest Pictures Of Gemma Chan. After finishing college, she was faced with the choice of either pursuing acting or continuing with Law. She then studied Law at Worcester College, Oxford. She completed her schooling from Newstead Wood School for Girls. She has ancestors from Mainland China and Hong Kong. And sometimes they’re not even allowed to play their own race. Chan was criticized for playing the role in the historical drama “Mary Queen of Scots” because of her Asian heritage. She entered MCU with the Superhero film Captain Marvel in 2019 and will also appear in Eternals. The actress was born in London and raised in Kent. Copyright © 2020 Comicbooksgalaxy/All rights reserved. Gemma Chan sees no problem in her casting as Bess of Hardwick, a noble white woman who historically became one of the wealthiest women in England during her lifetime. Niña V. Guno /ra, LOOK: ‘Crazy Rich Asians’, ‘Black Panther’ casts unite in SAG Awards afterparty, ‘The first Pixnoys’: Filipinos will finally see themselves in Pixar short film, Study finds female-led films outperform male ones. Subscribe to INQUIRER PLUS to get access to The Philippine Daily Inquirer & other 70+ titles, share up to 5 gadgets, listen to the news, download as early as 4am & share articles on social media. We have a black man playing George Washington,” she said. She added, “John Wayne played Genghis Khan. She is known for her role as Astrid in the 2018 film Crazy Rich Asians, in which she received widespread recognition, and as Anita/Mia on the television drama Humans.. Born in London and raised in Kent, Chan attended the Newstead Wood School for Girls and studied law at Worcester College, Oxford. She was with actor Jack Whitehall for six years. Gemma Chan opens up about her color-blind casting as Bess of Hardwick in last year's Mary Queen of Scots in a new Allure cover story, saying that she believes "art should reflect life now." This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Release Calendar DVD & Blu-ray Releases Top Rated Movies Most Popular Movies Browse Movies by Genre Top Box Office Showtimes & Tickets Showtimes & Tickets In Theaters Coming Soon Coming Soon Movie News India Movie Spotlight. Mary Queen of Scots (2018) Gemma Chan as Bess of Hardwick. By continuing, you are agreeing to our use of cookies. To find out more, please click this link. Gemma Chan (INQUIRER.net Stock Photo) Chan was criticized for playing the role in the historical drama “Mary Queen of Scots” because of her Asian heritage. In the past, the role would be given to a white actor who would tape up their eyes and do the role in yellowface.”. She describes herself as a British Asian. You have entered an incorrect email address! Her upcoming movie is titled Let Then All Talk. She is an English actress. “I think our art should reflect life now,” she added. If John Wayne can play Genghis Khan, I can play Bess of Hardwick,” she said. She was part of the cast of “Crazy Rich Asians,” the first Hollywood film in over two decades to feature an all-Asian cast. She chose acting. Her breakthrough happened when she got the role of Astrid Leong-Teo in Jon M. Chu’s romantic comedy Crazy Rich Asians. She garnered her breakthrough by playing Astrid in the 2018 film Crazy Rich Asians. She is an English actress. Gemma Chan's not in a hurry to wear a corset again - YouTube What's on TV & Streaming What's on TV & Streaming Top Rated Shows … There was a time when Gemma Chan believed that certain roles were simply not an option for her. Plowden wrote a tie-in book, also called Mistress of Hardwick, which was published by the BBC in April 1972. Her parents were ethnic Chinese. Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window), Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window), 41 Sexiest Pictures Of Melina Kanakaredes. She cited the hit Broadway musical “Hamilton”—which historians have also slammed for its historical inaccuracies—for allowing diverse actors to play white historical figures. Call 896 6000. She also gained recognition for the part of Anita/Mia on the television drama Humans. And sometimes they’re not even allowed to play their own race. Gemma Chan sees no problem in her casting as Bess of Hardwick, a noble white woman who historically became one of the wealthiest women in England during her lifetime. We use cookies to ensure you get the best experience on our website. In the past, the role would be given to a white actor who would tape up their eyes and do the role in yellowface.”, She cited the hit Broadway musical “Hamilton”—which historians have also. She began with supporting parts in shows like Doctor Who special “The Waters of Mars,” Secret Diary of a Call Girl (2011), Fresh Meat (2011), and Bedlam (2011). She then moved on to big-screen features like Jack Ryan: Shadow Recruit (2014), Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them (2016), and Transformers: The Last Knight (2017). "Why are actors of color, who have fewer opportunities … Don't miss out on the latest news and information. After separating from him, she started dating Dominic Cooper. Gemma Chan (born 29 November 1982) is an English actress. 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