BD Wong is an American actor, director, and activist known for his diverse roles across film, television, and Broadway, bringing significant contributions to the performing arts.
Award-winning actor and activist BD Wong was the featured speaker of the Kegley Institute of Ethics' Fall Lecture.
BD Wong is an exclusive keynote speaker, taking audiences through his adventurous life and career, highlighting the lessons he's learned.
The Wilson Center collaborated with actor BD Wong.
Bradley Darryl Wong was born on October 24, 1960, in San Francisco, California. He developed an interest in acting during his time at Lincoln High School, performing in school plays. Wong later attended San Francisco State University in the 1970s, where he was the sole Asian American student in the theater department. His career began to gain prominence with his Broadway debut in “M. Butterfly” in 1988, where he originated the role of Song Liling. This performance earned him critical acclaim and multiple prestigious awards, setting the foundation for a career that includes both dramatic and voice acting roles.
Wong is recognized for his extensive work in both television and film. On television, he is known for his long-standing role as Dr. George Huang on “Law & Order: Special Victims Unit,” appearing from 2001 to 2015 and again in 2025 for a guest appearance. He also played Father Ray Mukada on the HBO series “Oz” for all six seasons. His filmography includes notable characters such as Dr. Henry Wu in the “Jurassic Park” franchise, King of Clubs in “Heart of Stone” (2023), and Ngapoi Ngawang Jigme in “Seven Years in Tibet” (1997). In voice acting, Wong lent his voice to Captain Li Shang in Disney’s “Mulan” (1998) and its sequel “Mulan II” (2004), a role he reprised for the video game “Kingdom Hearts II” (2005).
Throughout his career, Wong has consistently engaged with theatrical productions, returning to Broadway in revivals such as “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown” as Linus and Stephen Sondheim’s “Pacific Overtures.” He has also taken on unique roles like the enigmatic Whiterose in the television series “Mr. Robot,” which garnered him Emmy and Critics’ Choice Television Award nominations. Beyond acting, Wong has directed an episode of “Awkwafina Is Nora from Queens” and hosted the medical documentary series “Something’s Killing Me with BD Wong.” He is also an advocate for LGBTQ+ and arts-related charities.
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