Asian Quote by Jimmy O. Yang Download Open image “I tried my hardest to be the opposite of a stereotypical Asian student.” — Jimmy O. Yang ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 4.4 out of 5 (9 ratings) Copy quoteShare Asian Asian Student Hardest Opposite Stereotypical Stereotypical Stereotypical Asian Student Tried Hardest
A lot of my students are Asian-American, and it has been thrilling to watch them break through the stereotypes into something alive and surprising. — Robert Morgan Copy Share Image
I think it was hard for people to cast me as an ethnic, as an Asian American woman. — Chloe Bennet Copy Share Image
I try to take roles that don't fall within the parameters of any Asian stereotype. — John Cho Copy Share Image
Growing up, there were stereotypes being put onto me as an Asian person that I had no control over, and that made me extremely… — Michelle Zauner Copy Share Image
There was always a struggle with being Asian and not being Asian enough. It's going to be down to me to own my race. — Henry Golding Copy Share Image
Growing up in a brand-new country, coming from the Philippines, was hard. I was treated differently and felt like people thought less of me… — Bella Poarch Copy Share Image
I don't want to perpetuate a stereotype. I don't want to take Asian representation backwards two steps. I don't want to be part of… — Jessica Henwick Copy Share Image
My family brought me up to be very assimilated and accepting of everyone. But I do get frustrated when I see other Asians who… — Pearl Tan Copy Share Image
There was a stage when I was a little embarrassed about my Asian upbringing. — Henry Golding Copy Share Image
When you're the only Asian in the room, the last thing you want to do is to point out you're Asian. And be the… — Jon M. Chu Copy Share Image
When you are in America, at least for me, as an immigrant, I try to be as Americanized as I could. I just want… — Jimmy O. Yang Copy Share Image
A lot of people go on this journey of finding themselves and then eventually realize that their true self wasn't on the outside but… — Jimmy O. Yang Copy Share Image
I tried a bunch of things, like Jiu Jitsu boxing classes. I don't know why, but I did. — Jimmy O. Yang Copy Share Image
When I quit my internship and started doing standup to pursue my dreams and do that full time - I feel like that's when… — Jimmy O. Yang Copy Share Image
I don't know why people feel the need to do this to me, but my friend asked my dad, 'Aren't your proud of Jimmy… — Jimmy O. Yang Copy Share Image
I came to this country when I was 13 years old, I couldn't really speak English, and I had an accent. — Jimmy O. Yang Copy Share Image
Silicon Valley,' I mean, the comedy is amazing, and it's one of the best-written shows with some of the best talent. I'm really happy… — Jimmy O. Yang Copy Share Image
When you're 1 out of 5 Asian people on TV, all the pressure is on you and you have to represent. — Jimmy O. Yang Copy Share Image
When I became an American citizen, nothing's changed because I'm still Asian. — Jimmy O. Yang Copy Share Image
Comedy and drama are like two different sports; they both require athleticism but they're different. — Jimmy O. Yang Copy Share Image
Mother always tries to buy things for a reasonable price. I was never allowed to buy things at full price. Probably, it's rooted in… — Jimmy O. Yang Copy Share Image
I hope I can get to more and more of the Chinese audience and kind of lead the way to maybe, y'know, inspire seems… — Jimmy O. Yang Copy Share Image
I think I am against stereotype. Generally, Asian guys are more quiet - they study and have a good work ethic. Generally, I have… — Bobby Lee Copy Share Image
I am tired of our characters being so incomplete. When do we ever save the day in a film? When does a Latino actor… — Esai Morales Copy Share Image
If you do a black character or a female character or an Asian character, then they aren't just that character. They represent that race… — Dwayne McDuffie Copy Share Image
When I made it, I still didn't wave the flag and say, Yeah go Asian people. I do want people to know that about… — Chad Hugo Copy Share Image
I felt pretty good growing up. I didnt feel a lot of prejudice or racism. But I do remember, if there was going to… — David Henry Hwang Copy Share Image
When you are in America, at least for me, as an immigrant, I try to be as Americanized as I could. I just want… — Jimmy O. Yang Copy Share Image
I always tell Asian actors, especially Filipinos wanting to break into Hollywood, to study, study and study and show their best. I haven't stopped… — Reggie Lee Copy Share Image
The narrative needs to change. Asian-American actresses don't want to be the damsels in distress anymore. We don't want to be saved, especially by… — Jamie Chung Copy Share Image
It's always fun to see faces that are either familiar or resemble yours. I was fascinated by movies like 'Big Trouble in Little China'… — Ng Chin Han Copy Share Image
In view of China's growing military strength and intentions, the best way to safeguard Asia's permanent peace and prosperity is to have all Asian… — Jim Costa Copy Share Image
I think Li Na and some other Chinese ladies have done so many amazing things for Asian tennis. — Kei Nishikori Copy Share Image
I don't want to have people brought in simply because they are black or Asian. — Trevor Phillips Copy Share Image
