Ming-Na Wen Quotes & Sayings

“Growing up as an Asian American in this society, there were a lot of times where you feel isolated or out of place as an Asian. And growing up in White America, that's absolutely my experience. And I think that's why I got into acting because I wanted to be anybody else but Asian.”

“I love that synergy between being entertainers and having people respond. There's no greater reward.”

“I'm sort of a gypsy at heart and don't like to stay in one place too long.”

“What I want is the same opportunities as anyone to get a part.”

“I hope Hong Kong and Asia wants to hire American Asian actresses as much as Hollywood has been hiring Chinese actors from Asia.”

“I was a total sci-fi geek. 'Star Wars' was my ultimate favorite.”

“I've loved all forms of animation.”

“I'm not one of those actresses that's going to feel like I never achieved my dreams and goals and just get disgruntled and hate everything about the business. I've had so much fun.”

“Mulan is so important in Chinese folklore - a fearless girl who cared about her family and country so much that she was willing to join the fight and sacrifice herself.”

“'Mulan' holds a very special place in my heart. It's been 16 years since the film, but hordes of fans still come up and tell me how much she means to them.”