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1952
DIED
2025
Peter Kwong Obituary
Peter Kwong, known for his work in 1980s cult classics like "Big Trouble in Little China" and "Gleaming the Cube," died in his sleep on May 27, 2025, at the age of 73.?
Kwong is best known as the elemental master Rain from "Big Trouble," John Carpenter's wild and fantastical action-comedy from 1986, as well as for playing Bobby Nguyen in the 1989 skating movie "Gleaming the Cube." However, he appeared in a wide array of other favorites from the era as well. Kwong was in shows like "The Greatest American Hero," "The A-Team," "Dynasty," "Miami Vice," "MacGyver," and many more, as well as films like "The Golden Child." When not acting, he served on the SAG National Board of Directors, Television Academy Board of Governors, the AFTRA National Board of Directors, and others.
"Peter Kwong was a friend of mine, an actor of immense talent," actor Wesley Thompson said on Facebook. "But as a person he was extraordinary. Peter called me Tuesday morning to get together that evening and I couldn't. He died the next day. My heart is heavy knowing this. I will always remember Peter as a warm and caring human being. Rest in peace, my friend."
By Eric San Juan
(Image: Frank Micelotta/Invision for the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences/AP Images)
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Mr. Jr.
July 10, 2025
My condolences.
Theresa Tong
June 30, 2025
Such a shock to hear the news of Peter's passing. I'm glad that he passed in his sleep and didn't suffer for a long period of time. I'll always remember his kind demeanor and love for martial arts - regretfully I didn't take any classes from him.
This is such a great reminder that life is short, and to live each day to the fullest-as if it were your last.
RIP Peter! See you on the other side!
Eddie Wong
June 27, 2025
Hey, Peter! We had so much fun and sweet memories worshipping our Heavenly Father at First Chinese Baptist Church in Sacramento. I remembered your Mom and my Mom became very close friends and often shared precious moments at church as well as hanging out for lunch or dinner. Our friendships flourished even more as we joined together to rectify a civil rights and blatant racism violation at a miniature golf course. We organized the Asian community to march and boycott the golf course since the owner refused to make physical changes to offensive signage´s and Asian characters posed in humiliating stereotypes features such as slanted eyes and buck teeth. From that time forward; Peter´s same tenacity to make things right was his legacy while serving and representing his fellow actors in the Screen Actors Guild as well as other efforts to correct inherent biases in the film industry. Hey Peter, I´m so happy that you´re having so much fun reuniting with your Mom and my Mom in Heaven! I´ll see you there someday! With love, your bother in Christ! Edmund
Garfield Estes
June 18, 2025
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Garfield Estes
June 18, 2025
To my good friend Peter
An amazing actor, dancer, business man and friend. I remember first meeting you in the late 70's in L.A. Chinatown through martial arts.
We've been great friends ever since. I'll miss our dance battles, acting and talks we used to have. Most of all I'll miss your friendship. As your iconic character "Rain" in Big Trouble in Little China I'll think of you fondly with every rainfall. My condolences to your family rest now my friend.
~Garfield Estes
Joe leong
June 13, 2025
I will remember seeing Peter in Steele Justice, the a-team, and tour of duty
Gerald Okamura
June 10, 2025
My sincere condolences and prayers go out to my Friend
Peter Kwong and his family .
Gerald Okamura
Chona Malaea Jason
June 6, 2025
Anita
June 5, 2025
Our family is so blessed to have known you. Mom met you in Chinatown when you came from Sacramento and introduced you to my dad, who worked in Hollywood. Amazing to see you become a wonderful actor and get to know you as close friend of our family. Auntie Joyce was waiting there for you with her famous chicken soup. Rest, my Chinese cousin, until we see each other again.
Robin Bettencourt
June 4, 2025
At Norte Del Rio HS, Peter was David's sometimes pesky, always fun, little brother, whom we all liked very much. It was wonderful to know that he went on to a successful life and career where he could showcase his many talents. To see him at a Norte reunion was a treat. Good conversation and dancing guaranteed! He was a great guy who left us far too soon.
Bob Gin
June 4, 2025
Rest In peace Peter. Thank you for being a friend and always being so gracious. I always remember when you moved to L.A. and was classmate in practicing the martial arts.
Teresa Morrison
June 3, 2025
I´m so sorry to hear this. Big Trouble in Little China is one of my favorite movies.
Valerie Lee
June 1, 2025
Rest in peace. So sad....
PennySooHoo
May 31, 2025
Dear Peter~I am sincerely appreciative and grateful that we were able to share a unique close bonded LifeFriendship..
..a gentle, kind, mindful & understanding one
I am wishing you a loving comfortable peaceful resting place in heaven reunited with loved ones in spirit world
ThankYou myDearFriend for always being present in presence.
Gar J. Chan
May 31, 2025
Truly a genuine stalwart and pillar among friends both as community participant within his craft in the entertainment industry, martial arts and family of Asian peers.
Daniel McGhan
May 30, 2025
Peter is a kind spirit and good friend to our Ella, he will be missed. Rafael and Dan - Sacramento
DR
May 30, 2025
My heartfelt sympathy is with Peter´s family and friends during this time of grief and sorrow. May the God ( Psalm Chapter 83 verse 18) of All Comfort comfort and strengthen you all.
Tracy Shimura
May 30, 2025
My sincere condolences and prayers go out to Peter Kwong´s family and friends.
Joy (Menzelli) Fischer, class of `65
May 30, 2025
Prayers for his family. Rest in Peace.
Grace Gutierrez Barnes
May 30, 2025
As a senior 1969, always considered Peter as a little brother of our class...always there with his smile. Rest in Peace my friend, Grace Guterrez Barnes
Caroline Dominguez
May 30, 2025
Prayers to all your family and friends
Pamela Fish
May 30, 2025
The last time I saw Peter was at the Norte reunion at El Novillero´s. He talked to me about all his movies and actors he worked with. He was a wonderful person and proud of his accomplishments. He will be missed from all of us.RIP
Rosie Willock
May 30, 2025
What a joy and a privilege to have experienced a small piece of your time. Thank you for throwing me around on the dance floor at the Norte Del Rio Class of 1970 reunions. Sincere condolences to your friends and family on the immense loss of such a unique and wonderful human.
Peggy Stewart
May 29, 2025
Dear Peter, You were such key part of my life - every Monday and Thursday morning.... You taught the moves of Yang style tai chi with skill and kindness - love of tai chi and love of your students. Thank you for those gifts. You were loved and will be deeply missed. Peggy Stewart
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