Anna May Wong: Hollywood’s First Asian American Movie Star

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For the first time, an Asian American person will appear on US currency, when a new quarter featuring actress Anna May Wong makes its debut on October 24. Learn why Wong was such a big star in the 1920s and 30s. We revisit this episode with Arizona State University professor Dr. Karen Leong, who tells why it's time for a new appreciation of Wong, as both a captivating actress and a crusader against racism.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.