Ming-Na Wen Quotes & Sayings (Page 2)

“That's what was so amazing about 'Mulan.' Here is this story with all Chinese characters, and yet so many people related to her character and loved the story. So I really think as long as you have a good story that relates to a lot of people, it doesn't matter what ethnicity it is.”

“I'm like Madonna: I'm Ming-Na. Just my first and middle name. That's it. Pure and simple.”

“I've always dreamed that George Lucas would call me one day and ask me to be in one of the 'Star Wars' films.”

“'Star Wars' is on my bucket list. Even if it's just a small walk on, I don't care.”

“Both my parents are chefs... I grew up in a restaurant and was always surrounded by cooks. I love food.”

“I'm as proud to be Chinese as I am American.”

“I'm trying to show I'm a trained actress - I can transform myself into different characters. I'm not just an ingenue.”

“The 'ER' role was not Asian-specific, and my agent knew that I loved the show.”

“When I grew up in Pittsburgh in my parents' restaurant, I was almost like a country bumpkin.”

“I appreciate both... for me, I think 'Star Wars' is more science fantasy and is based on a lot of great legendary heroes and morality plays and stuff. And 'Star Trek' is just pure fun. Pure science fun. And I've always appreciated both.”