25 Times White Actors Played People Of Color And No One Really Gave A S**t

From: Huffington Post

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Boris Karloff 

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Dr. Fu Manchu

Film

“The Mask of Fu Manchu” (1932) is based on the book series that follows the schemes of Dr. Fu Manchu, an evil Chinese genius.

Character’s Background

Dr. Fu Manchu is a Chinese villain. The character is often viewed as the “Yellow peril incarnate” who reflected Western fears of China.

Actor’s Background

English actor Boris Karloff is one of many white actors to portray the character. No actor of Asian descent has portrayed Dr. Fu Manchu.