Tzi Ma

Tzi Ma

Infobox actor


caption = Ma in "24"
birthdate = June 10, 1962 (age 46)
birthplace = Hong Kong

Tzi Ma (zh-tp|t=馬志|p=Mǎ Zhì) is a Chinese American actor who has made numerous appearances in American films and TV series.

Ma was born in Hong Kong on June 10, 1962. His film career includes major roles in the films "The Quiet American" and the remake of "The Ladykillers". He is recognized for his role as Consul Han in "Rush Hour" and in the third installment, "Rush Hour 3", as Ambassador Han.

Tzi speaks English, Mandarin, and Cantonese.

He is also known for his role as Cheng Zhi, the head of security for the Chinese Consulate (Los Angeles), on the TV series "24". He appeared in two episodes of season 4 and made an uncredited surprise return at the end of the final episode of season 5. He reprised his role again in the season premiere and the last eight episodes of season 6.

He has appeared in "Akeelah and the Bee" and thriller "Dante's Peak". He also had a role in the first season of "Martial Law" as Lee Hei, Sammo Law's first major antagonist.

Ma's other TV credits include guest appearances on "Walker, Texas Ranger", "Law & Order", "ER", "Boomtown", "Commander in Chief", "Chicago Hope", "The Unit", "", "L.A. Law", "NYPD Blue" , "Millennium" and "The Cosby Show". Ma has received awards for his acting roles including the Cine Golden Eagle Award for being the Best Actor in "The Dance and The Railroad" and Garland Award for his acting in the "Flower Drum Song".

Ma is among the actors, producers, and directors interviewed in the documentary "The Slanted Screen" (2006), directed by Jeff Adachi, about the representation of Asian and Asian American men in Hollywood.

Ma is married to actress Christina Ma.

External links

*imdb name|id=0002245|name=Tzi Ma
* [http://www.tzima.com Tzi Ma] - Official Web Site


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