Join us in wishing the legendary Nancy Kwan a very happy birthday! See her in FLOWER DRUM SONG ('61) at 8pm ET on Friday night. | Turner Classic Movies: TCM

Nancy Kwan appeared onscreen in ONCE UPON A TIME IN HOLLYWOOD... ('19) last year in scenes from THE WRECKING CREW ('68). She told Dave Karger what it was like to learn martial arts from Bruce Lee. Hear her discuss Asian Americans in Classic Hollywood as our spotlight concludes tonight beginning at 8pm ET with FLOWER DRUM SONG ('61). | Turner Classic Movies: TCM

"Circa 1962, actress Nancy Kwan and her first husband, Peter Pock, were photographed on their wedding day at Paddington’s Registry Office in London, capturing a joyful and elegant celebration. Kwan, already celebrated for her groundbreaking roles in films like The World of Suzie Wong (1960), radiated charm and sophistication alongside Pock, marking a personal milestone in her life. The couple’s union reflected a blend of glamour and heartfelt intimacy, celebrated among family and close friends.

Nancy Kwan joined us earlier this year during our celebration of Asian Americans in Classic Hollywood to share what it was like making the groundbreaking musical, FLOWER DRUM SONG ('61). See it tonight at 8pm ET. | Turner Classic Movies: TCM

Nancy Kwan has an extensive background in dance. She learned ballet at the Royal Ballet School in London. She was a natural to bring Linda Low to life onscreen. See her introduce the groundbreaking musical FLOWER DRUM SONG ('61) tomorrow night at 8pm ET as we conclude our series Asian Americans in Classic Hollywood. | Turner Classic Movies: TCM