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Haing S. Ngor, Oscar Winning Actor

From Killing Fields Survivor to Oscar Winner: The Haing S. Ngor Story Haing S. Ngor was a Cambodian doctor who survived the Khmer Rouge’s brutal regime. After enduring unimaginable hardships, he fled to the U.S. and unexpectedly became an actor. Ngor’s first role was in “The Killing Fields” (1984), where he portrayed journalist Dith Pran, […]

Soben Huon, Miss Utah 2006

Miss Utah turned investment pro, Soben Huon proves talent knows no bounds Soben Huon, a Cambodian-American from Los Angeles, made waves in 2006 as the first Asian-American to win the Miss Utah USA title. Representing Utah in the Miss USA pageant, she broke barriers and proudly showcased her heritage on a national stage. Her win […]