Personal details
Born:
- Birthday: 1951-05-22
- Born Place: Chaozhou, Guangdong Province, China
Also Known As:
Zeshi Zheng , Jui Si Cheng, Juk-Si Cheng, Ken Cheng, 정칙사, 郑则仕, Trịnh Tắc Sỹ, 鄭則仕, Cheng Tse-Shih, Cheng Tse-Chih
Kent Cheng Jak-Si
Kent Cheng Jak-Si (鄭則士), born on May 22, 1951, is a highly respected and veteran Hong Kong film and television actor, as well as a director, writer, and producer. Known for his distinctive physique and expressive acting, he has often portrayed "everyman" characters, though he is equally adept at more dramatic and villainous roles.Cheng began his career in the early 1970s and rose to prominence in the 1980s. He is a two-time recipient of the Best Actor award at the Hong Kong Film Awards, first for his performance as "Fat Cat" in the critically acclaimed film Why Me? (1985), which he also directed and wrote, and again in 1996 for The Log. His portrayal of the intellectually disabled "Fat Cat" character became iconic and led to several follow-up films and TV series.Throughout his extensive career, Kent Cheng has appeared in over 160 films and numerous television dramas. His filmography showcases his versatility, spanning genres from comedies and martial arts films to gritty crime thrillers and dramas. Some of his most well-known film appearances include Once Upon a Time in China series (as Porky Wing), Crime Story (1993, with Jackie Chan), Flash Point (2007), Chasing the Dragon (2017), and the Ip Man series (2010-2019) where he played Fatso.Beyond acting, Cheng also ventured into directing and producing, though a period in the 1990s saw him face financial difficulties with his film company. He successfully navigated these challenges by returning to television acting, including significant stints with TVB and ATV.He remains highly active in the industry. In 2025, he is part of the cast of the Chinese financial crime thriller "A Gilded Game" where he plays the character of Mike, further solidifying his enduring presence in East Asian cinema.
