Born in Berkeley, California, he is an accomplished actor, director, and producer, known for his work in Hong Kong cinema and American television. He initially pursued architecture at the University of Oregon before shifting to acting. Gaining fame with films like "New Police Story" and "Shinjuku Incident," he later starred in the AMC series "Into the Badlands." Also a martial artist, he co-founded the boy band Alive. His contributions have made him a prominent figure in both Eastern and Western entertainment.