What was Sessue Hayakawa famous for in the film industry?
First Asian leading man in US and Europe
First Asian film director in Hollywood
First Asian screenwriter in Hollywood
First Asian film producer in Hollywood
Answer
Sessue Hayakawa was a Japanese American actor who was the first Asian leading man in the United States and Europe. He is best known for his roles in films such as The Cheat, The Dragon Painter, and The Bride of Frankenstein. Hayakawa was also a successful businessman and was the founder of the Nippon Film Company.
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