Lam Ching-ying (Chinese: ???; pinyin: LÃn Zhèngying; born Lam Gun-bo (simplified Chinese: ???; traditional Chinese: ???; pinyin: LÃn Genbao); 27 December 1952 – 8 November 1997) was a Hong Kong stuntman, actor, and action director.
A physically talented and graceful martial artist, Lam was best known for playing the stoic Taoist priest in Mr.
Vampire (1985).
He had a reputation for being disciplined, headstrong, restrained, and self-willed.
As an actor, action choreographer, martial artist, and teacher he touched many people with his candor and uncompromising professionalism.
Lam died in 1997 of liver cancer and left behind a lasting cinematic legacy, which can be enjoyed and respected by generations all over the world.