407 - Dustin Nguyen - From Vietnam to Hollywood to Vietnam and Back Again

Dustin Nguyen has left a mark on global audiences since the 1980s, first appearing alongside Tom Selleck in Magnum P.I. and later making waves in Hollywood with Johnny Depp in 21 Jump Street. But his journey didn’t stop there.

Fueled by a deep passion for filmmaking, Dustin has pushed his limits, taking on roles as an actor, director, and producer in the critical early years of Vietnam's film industry rebirth. During the height of his success in Vietnam, Dusting was called back to the U.S. to play a key role in the success of the hit series Warrior (a series produced by Justin Lin of the Fast and Furious franchise) and most recently, delivered powerful performances in The Accidental Getaway Driver and Dope Thief, premiering on Apple on March 14th, 2025.

In this podcast episode, Dustin Nguyen opens up about his journey—from a young Vietnamese actor breaking into Hollywood to becoming a multi-talented artist. He shares the ups and downs of his career, the pivotal decisions he’s made, and the resilience that has helped him overcome challenges.

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