Lai Cheuk-cheuk

Lai Cheuk-cheuk, was a Chinese actress from Hong Kong. Lai is credited with over 180 films.

Early life

On May 22, 1905, Lai was born in Hong Kong to Lai Man-Wai, who was a key figure of the first generation of Hong Kong filmmakers.

Lai started her acting career in Shanghai, China in 1932 when she joined the famed Lianhua Film Company, which was co-owned by her uncle Lai Man-Wai. In 1934, Lai started as an actress in Hong Kong films. Lai appeared in Breaking Waves, a 1934 Romance film directed by Kwan Man-ching. Lai's last film was Joy to the World, a 1980 Romantic Comedy film directed by Gam Yam. Lai is credited with over 180 films.

On May 15, 1990, Lai died in Hong Kong.

In the 1991 film Center Stage, Lai is portrayed by actress Maryanna Yip.