Francois Chau is a Cambodian-American actor known for his extensive work across theater, film, and television, bringing diverse characters to life. After gaining significant recognition for his role as Dr. Pierre Chang in ABC’s critically acclaimed series, ‘Lost,’ Francois Chau went on to establish a robust career across film, television, and video games. From 2005 to 2010, Chau appeared in 17 episodes of ‘Lost,’ masterfully portraying Dr.
Pierre Chang and his alternate identities, Dr. Edgar Halliwax and Dr. Marvin Candle, showcasing his versatility in a high-profile series. His notable early film work included playing Shredder in ‘Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles II: The Secret of the Ooze’ in 1991 and Four Father in ‘Lethal Weapon 4’ in 1998.
He also lent his voice to Quick Kick in ‘G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero’ in 1985. Chau further evolved his career with significant roles in prominent television series such as Jules-Pierre Mao in ‘The Expanse’ from 2015 to 2018, and Walter in ‘The Tick’ from 2017 to 2019. His talent was recognized with a nomination for Featured Actor in a Play at the 2011 Ovation Awards for his role as Dr.
Most recently, Chau has continued to take on impactful roles, including Bong in the Emmy-winning series ‘Barry’ in 2023. In 2024, he appeared as Feng Zhao in the highly anticipated Max Original series ‘The Penguin’ and portrayed The Great Sage in Netflix’s live-action adaptation of ‘Avatar: The Last Airbender.’ These recent projects underscore his enduring presence and respected status within the entertainment industry, making him a sought-after talent for complex and compelling characters.