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Jimmy O. Yang

Jimmy O. Yang
Jimmy O. Yang is a Hong Kong-born American comedian, actor, and writer. After emigrating to Los Angeles at 13 and initially pursuing an economics degree, he transitioned to stand-up comedy, where he found his voice. He gained prominence for his role as Jian-Yang in HBO’s *Silicon Valley* and has since starred in films like *Crazy Rich Asians* and Netflix’s *Space Force* and *Love Hard*. Yang is also an author and has released comedy specials. Recently, he partnered with the Hong Kong Tourism Board to promote the city’s recovery, performing sold-out shows and highlighting its cultural vibrancy.
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