Anna May Wong earned notoriety in Hollywood as a huge talent in the 1920s and ’30s by singlehandedly challenging the industry to redefine its concept of what constitutes a leading lady. It’s only fitting—and long overdue—that she is now being nationally celebrated as the fifth woman featured in the U.S. Mint’s American Women’s Quarters Program.
Author: Anna Wong
Anna Wong is the niece of Anna May Wong. She resides in L.A. and is currently an event planner and production executive. She has made it her mission to increase awareness of Asian American issues, further the effort for equality and strives to keep Anna May Wong’s legacy alive.