Rising Asian American Actors
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Rising Asian American Actors

The old stereotypes no longer apply. Which star is your favorite?

rank title points votes your vote
1 John Cho
He's been starring in the Harold and Kumar movies since 2004, but Cho really came into his own as Lt. Sulu in this year's hit Star Trek reboot. 62 104
2 Ken Jeong
Doctor turned comedian Jeong has been everywhere at once in 2009, with roles in The Hangover and Couples Retreat, among others. 53 111
3 Aaron Yoo
This well-coiffed 30-year-old's impressive resume includes Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist, Friday the 13th, and Disturbia. 27 71
4 Moon Bloodgood
This svelte young charmer has had no shortage of TV roles, but her big break came as the love interest in Terminator Salvation. 26 68
5 Jamie Chung
Korean-American beauty Chung's star is on the rise, with a recent role in the gloriously trashy Sorority Row and several more on the horizon. -2 60
6 Bai Ling
The attention-loving actress moved to the States from China in the '90s and her career momentum hasn't stopped since. -15 69
7 Justin Chon
This Californian kicked off his career in TV, but landed in the big leagues thanks to his role as a Bella Swan devotee in Twilight. -15 59
8 Noureen DeWulf
This rising star of Indian descent hit the big time this year with a role opposite Matthew Mconaughey in Ghosts of Girlfriends Past. -15 59