WTF with Marc Maron Podcast Episode 1614 - Ke Huy Quan
Feb 3, 2025
Ke Huy Quan, the Oscar-winning actor known for his iconic roles in 'Indiana Jones' and 'The Goonies,' shares his inspiring journey from refugee to Hollywood star. He reflects on his childhood memories of fleeing Vietnam and his emotional family reunions in LA. The conversation explores his decades-long hiatus from acting, and his triumphant return with 'Everything Everywhere All at Once.' Ke also discusses his new action comedy, 'Love Hurts,' drawing nostalgia for 80s cinema while revealing the resilience that has characterized his remarkable career.
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Near Miss Fire Scare
- Ke Huy Quan's family home was threatened by the Kenneth fire in West Hills.
- They packed frantically, prioritizing sentimental items like picture frames.
Escaping Vietnam
- Quan's family fled Vietnam when he was seven years old due to the war.
- His parents shielded him and his younger siblings from the worst of it.
Family's Journey to America
- Ke Huy Quan's family, ethnically Chinese, was targeted during the Vietnam War.
- They gave up everything to escape, first to Hong Kong, then to Los Angeles.