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James Wong

Hong Kong lyricist, composer, television presenter, writer and actor (1941–2004)

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James Wong

Hong Kong lyricist, composer, television presenter, writer and actor (1941–2004)

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Screwball '94

1994 · as Tong Shi Yi

Flirting Scholar

1993 · as Master Wah

Twin Dragons

1992 · as Mr. Ma

Celebrity Talk Show

1989 · Creator

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James Wong Jim was a Cantopop lyricist and songwriter based primarily in Hong Kong. Beginning from the 1960s, he was the lyricist for over 2,000 songs, collaborating with songwriter Joseph Koo on many popular television theme songs, many of which have become classics of the genre. His work propelled Cantopop to unprecedented popularity.

Occupation: lyricist, film director, actor, songwriter
Citizenship: Republic of China, British Hong Kong, People's Republic of China
Born: March 18, 1941, March 18, 1940
Died: November 24, 2004

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James Wong Jim (; 18 March 1941 – 24 November 2004, also known as "霑叔" or "Uncle Jim") was a Cantopop lyricist and songwriter based primarily in Hong Kong. Beginning from the 1960s, he was the lyricist for over 2,000 songs, collaborating with songwriter Joseph Koo ( Koo Kar-Fai) on many popular television theme songs, many of which have become classics of the genre. His work propelled Cantopop to unprecedented popularity. He was also well known in Asia as a columnist, actor, film director, screenwriter, and talk show host. He took part in creative directing positions within the entertainment industry in Hong Kong. Wong died on 24 November 2004 of lung cancer after a four-year battle at the age of 63. Early life and education Wong was born Wong Jum-sum in Panyu, in what now is part of Guangzhou, China. He migrated to Hong Kong with his family in 1949.

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