"I Thought Everybody Had Forgotten About Me" - Ke Huy Quan
Celebrated actor Ke Huy Quan tells Stephen about the emotional journey that led him to an Oscar nomination for his performance in the hit film, "Everything Everywhere All At Once," a journey which included a standing ovation from Steven Spielberg at the Golden Globes. #Colbert #EEAAO #KeHuyQuan #EverythingEverywhereAllAtOnce
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It takes that man less than 5 minutes to have me smiling from ear to ear. He never stoppped being a wide-eyed kid full of enthusiasm. That makes him the most mature person in any room he's in.
I'm still smiling, and feeling my eyes a li'l wet. It's amazing to see he's been through the world, and he remains so humble and joyful.
Ke is so freaking awesome and fun. He's literally the same excited little kid from The Goonies and I love it. Can't wait to see him in more stuff
@@jackspenser22 Aye, I hope he gets a lot of roles now!
I know!! I'm grinning and crying ♥️
It took less than two minutes for me. lol He's just such a positive light.
"In another life... I would have really liked... just doing laundry and taxes with you." I remember this most romantic, beautiful, crazy awesome line ever said AT LEAST once a day and it makes my day better. This literal golden statue of a man deserves EVERYTHING!!
I can’t even read this line without tears. So emotional!
And it’s not even in English, proves how good of an actor he is
oh shut up you're making me cry again
😊
It's all romance until the man runs outta money.
He might just be the most innocent/kind soul in Hollywood. Seems like such a good guy who fills any room with joy and love.
He has always portrayed innocent people. Maybe this way in real life
Studio A24 is independent. Not a Hollywood studio. They are just trying to ride his coattails now.
ALWAYS!
He should get out of pedowood as soon as possible, worst place on Earth for good people.
As a comeback movie, Everything, Everywhere, All at Once was really an amazing vehicle. At different points in the movie he got to play the wimp, the kung fu bad-mutha, the forlorn romantic, and in the end, the hero who saved everyone. In this movie, he really was everything, everywhere. And he nailed it.
Both Ke and Brendan
He’s a prime example of “Good things come to GOOD people who wait’
🎯 💯 💯 💯 🎯
And Hollywood racism.
This is a top tier comment!! Kudos to you!!!
But Good things come to BAD people all the time
@@jvask33zie That also is true!!! 💯💯💯
He seems like such a wonderful man. We all need people like him in our lives.
he seems really humble and genuine. In all the interviews he’s been in, he’s just been super cool
Indeed I hope good things happen to him.
No way in hell we'll ever forget data or short round, I just figured he hit his grand slam home run and was done, Hollywood is all about timing it seems
I used to be like him, but you get made fun of, even in professional work settings, and kind of crushed by cliques in the real world. I had to learn to mellow out a bit and even then it's hard to be accepted. But enthusiasm like this is not always well received in the workplace. Maybe on a talk show. But not in some American office.
One of those people I wish only good things for
I admit I teared up during Ke's accounting of his reuniting with Harrison Ford. That emotion is just so powerful. I really hope that he continues to get roles. He's such a great actor and his joy in his art is impossible not to feel through the screen.
He was Indiana Jones best side-kick, it's too bad they never use Short Round again.
He should be the next Indiana jones.
yes, indy ...
Me too, my tears came out when I listened to his story of meeting Harrison Ford.
I love that Ke is one of those guys who can put a smile on Harrison's face with two words
I want another 30 years of acting from this man. Incredible performance in Everything Everywhere All at Once. We've been cheated out of his performance for decades. I don't want that to happen again.
amen brother
Can’t wait to see Ke win the Oscar tmro, it’s going to be so sweet!
@@cgill914 this comment aged very well
yes, hope he will get Hollywood walk of fame star just like James Hong !!
@@Mansikkacake Yes, but I hope he doesn’t wait as long as James Hong did.
Amazing how Ke Huy Quan has remained optimistic and enthusiastic after 30+ years in, out, and back in a soul-crushing industry
This
It could be a blessing in disguise. Not getting roles for so long, Huy got protected from the soul-crushing industry that destroyed too many young people. Come back 30 years later, he will have the maturity and wisdom to deal with its dark side. It is also a testament to human spirits that you should never give up hope.
don't you guys think it's just so rare to see a guy so pure and so hyped up for everything with a good heart in this modern world? I love him!
You're right, he is awesome!!!☺️☺️
Never seen a celebrity so appreciative of what he gets in life. I hope he gets more. He deserves it soo much.
Watch Ke win his Oscar... There's a moment when they sweep the audience that you can see Steven Spielberg standing with the MOST "Proud Dad Energy" on his face 😊
Ke is like the epitome of sincerity. He’s such a delight in all his interviews.
As a kid he was always my favorite part of The Goonies and Indiana Jones. I’m so happy he has fought his way back in front of the camera. He deserves all of the goodness!
I was so glad to introduce my boys to The Goonies. Of course i shared Indiana Jones with them as well
Same, I always loved Shorty! I had always assumed that he must have just not decided to continue acting as an adult, but I'm so glad that he's back and getting all the recognition he deserves for his brilliant work. Too bad that we missed out on decades of what he was capable of...
He was the character that got me into Indiana Jones.
I watch the Goonies every couple of years. Data lives in my heart rent-free.
@@Readiculous21 hard to erase the truffle shuffle from a brain as well lol
this guy is like a puppy. so innocent and full of energy. i mean this guy has most likely been through a lot of shit yet still goes out with a smile on his face
Ke Huy Quan is the best PR that Spielberg and Ford could ask for. His energy and positivity is infectious. I think his future looks bright!
they should reunite for a film again, all 3 of them.
It's so nice that he managed to keep that optimism and positivity. Perfect cast for EEAAO.
I think it's more that he's recovered it. Pity Steven or Harrison couldn't find something for him over the years
@@LindaC616 I've been thinking about that for some time, like how Spielberg still kept in touch with him all this time but didn't offer anything in his projects. But I have a feeling that Ke wanted to make it on his own instead of relying on someone and feeling indebted to them. Idk, I'm just assuming
@@esrever777 from the interviews that I have heard with him, I'm pretty sure he would have taken something had it been offered
@@esrever777 i thought about that too and i have a feeling that steven had tried to get him into every project he could but casting directors are a thing and sometimes as much as directors have a say, it also depends on the script, casting agents and studio and ke has mentioned that it was incredibly hard back then to cast asian actors. and ke did step out of the limelight to work behind the camera.
I think we assume how much power even directors have over their projects in big budget movies. It takes one executive or casting director to reject an actor like Ke and Spielberg can’t really change hollywood racism overnight. Can you even think of a hollywood movie or project that had asian actors in them? Hollywood is incredibly white especially in the 80s and 90s when Ke was trying to break out. Even George Takei the most famous american asian actor didn’t get a ehole lot of work after Star Trek.
There is no pretense about him at all. He seems completely comfortable with who he is and is unafraid to let you see it. This is perhaps the rarest quality in a human being.
💯
Wow I can't believe Spielberg send him a gift every year. What a nice man.
Couldn’t get em a job though lol
A 51 year old man with the kind heart and gentle soul of a little kid ❤
I grew up looking up to Ke Huy Quan and am so happy to see his long-awaited return to acting getting all the recognition it deserves; he made me cry like a baby in EEAAO! And so humble at meeting Stephen, what a heartwarming & genuine guy
Never seen him nor heard about his name until now. Maan, he has uncanny resemblance to Jackie Chan.
He was amazing in EEAAO. He deserves all the accolades.
I grew up with him too and I am so happy to see him acting again and being recognized for his talent. Hope to see many more great performances. It would be amazing if he had a cameo in Indy 5 but that photo with Harrison Ford last summer was great.😊
The story about Spielberg. Wow!
You are so not alone! Loved him ‘then’ and love him now! Stephen, thanks so much for bringing him on! ❤️🥰❤️
I have tears in my eyes every time he talks. As a kid of the 80s watching him in Goonies and Indiana Jones and now where he is today warms my heart and restores my faith in humanity. So so happy for him and his family at all of this wonderful success!
Yes, agreed! When he tells his stories and then the one with Harrison Ford, oh gosh, just oh GOSH! I'm with you Jennifer, same here!
Same! His positivity has been inspiring.
I'm the same way. He's like a walking & talking nostalgia that just fills me with joyous tears every time he speaks. I absolutely love this guy. 🙏
I cry on each of his interviews. He has a way of being honest and transparent and grateful. Wow
It's the only interview in KZhead I watched twice while smiling ear to ear
Ke Huy Quan, most of my generation will NEVER forget you. The roles you had are part of our cherished history. You helped us believe as kids we could travel around the world for adventure and could strike out to discover mysteries and buried treasure. So incredibly happy for your recent successes and I look forward to seeing you in more. You're very presence and energy makes me smile, brightens the world, and reminds me to hold on to the youthful optimism and happiness that is too easy to lose as we age. Thank you sir.
You said it well for all of us bro. Thanks.
That part!!! Thank you!
Very well said and so true. I am so happy for him.
Not having Ke Huy Quan in Indiana Jones 5 was a huge wasted opportunity. This guy is great!
Right?
He's such a great actor. I'm so glad he was able to return to showbiz. Everything Everywhere All at Once is such a phenomenal movie and so was he in it.
He never left showbiz. He was working behind cameras.
Glad to see him back. Hollywood can be such a cruel place, but it’s great that he got back into the spotlight. Definitely deserves all the attention, the film was fantastic.
Every interview with this man IS an emotional journey. He is JOY personified. 😄😭😁
And he's a great storyteller. The way that he tells his story of reuniting with Harrison Ford and left no details out is just amazing.
HE'S GOT THE GOOGLY EYE ON HIS COAT!!!
oo i missed that. that's what i come to the comments section for
He is referring to Big Brother the all-seeing eye or he went to the chineese market and he had his lunch turned into a jacket. Or he is pervert who looks threw holes in wall . Kidding I got Nothing 🤣 Lol
@@HighBanker -- The googly eye is one of the motifs used in his movie "Everything Everywhere All At Once"-- which is one of the greatest films made so far in the 21st century.
I LOVE HIM! He is the positive energy I need in my life right now! What a perfect person for that role.
Yeah exactly what I was thinking! ☺️
I love that Spielberg send him a present on Christmas every year
No one deserves their flowers more than this man right here. He’s probably the most genuine person in Hollywood on top of being a phenomenal actor. Seeing Ke Huy Quan’s infectious joy makes it all the more better. He thought after working with Spielberg the only direction was down - well buddy, when you win that Oscar (which everyone knows he will), you’re only going to infinity and beyond. ❤
How could we forget about him? Hollywood did him dirty, we needed more of him growing up and it saddens me that it wasn’t his choice. I’m so happy about his return and what a comeback!
Although Hollywood was a bit shit back then, getting out of acting for a while probably was for the best…although maybe not quite SO long. Maybe just ten years to grow up and then get back into it would have been ideal.
Don't get me wrong, Hollywood is racist af, and this dude is lovable as a Golden Retriever - but he was a child actor, which just doesn't provide you a pedigree to build on. There are definitely hundreds of child or YA actors that show promise in medium profile roles but never get another job.
@@DrZaius3141 get outta here with that… Ke was ten times more talented than his peers. That went on to well, many have said so themselves. He literally wasn’t even getting auditions. Whilst his peers were getting three a week.
He’s not a great actor and the only reason why he has been nominated is for the diversity check mark. I miss the days when awards were given out based on the quality of the work, instead of skin color, race, sexual orientation
@@startrekmaniac1701OK Boomer. 🤔
To see a star genuinely be a fan is heartwarming.
Because he don't see himself as a star.
Wow, you weren't kidding folks. This definitely had me grinning from ear-to-ear. What a wonderful guy. Very happy for him to return to acting. Truly a genuine dude.
I'm a 39 year old single dad to a 17 year old son. I work hard at my job making aluminum casting car parts and I came home a few nights ago and decided to watch the recap of The Oscars. This man almost had me me in tears because of how genuinely honest and caring and nice he is. He is a damn national treasure who should be filming 2 MAJOR movies a year if his heart so desires!!!!!! Gongrats Ke, I am not sure if anyone anywhere has EVER deserved ANY award as much as you sir have deserved that Oscar Award!!! GOONIES NEVER SAY DIE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Of course he should win. He played.....everything. Everywhere.
All at once, even.
As someone who works regularly as a handler at conventions, hearing that Ke's handler was able to give him a moment with Harrison gives me so much joy. We handlers live for moments where we can bring a joyous experience to the talent who gives US so much joy with their work.
This is a man who's been through the highest of highs, and lowest of lows (feeling like a relic forgotten in time). The appreciation and excitement that he has for everything he's done and everything he's doing shines light on what a good person he is. Can't deny... that Indy story had me shedding a couple 'o tears
He’s literally the most grateful and positive person in Hollywood. I hope he goes on to star in all kinds of films. If anyone deserves it, it’s him.
He is still the beautiful flower he was back in 1984! So fantastic to see him still blooming 💖 🙏🐉💕🪷💐🌻🌞
He has such a loveable, open personality. He's a star, and he (and EEAAO) will bring generations of Asian leads, for their abilities -not their appearance. This movie changed my perspective on life for the better. 👀❤
He still is that sweet adventurous kid from Indiana Jones and The Temple of Doom and Goonies. He never lost that childlike enthusiasm and zest for life. He is eternally youthful.
I'm Puerto Rican, I wanted to be Data and Short Round. The fact he is Chinese didn't even register. Love this man. I'm glad for him.
Not forgotten... but definitely missed.
Ke is just such a lovely guy. He’s so happy and positive in all his interviews. Who do we sue for the missing 38 years of this brilliant actor?
I just cant get over how high pitched and soft his voice is. Really growing on me.
Ke deserves all the accolades and recognition in the world. Hope he and Michelle makes history in the Oscars.
I respect him so much for never anglicising his name for the sake of marketability
@Diana Dai Same here, but don't know if you noticed that Colbert didn't even take the time to learn how to pronounce his name correctly. In Colbert's intro, he pronounced it incorrectly as 'Kay Hoo-whee' Quan instead of 'Kay Whee' Quan. Usually whenever Colbert has a guest whose name is difficult to pronounce, such as an Irish guest, he'll apologize to the guest for mangling their name & bend over backwards to get the correct pronunciation. But not so with Asian-American guests.
As a kid he was billed as Jonathan Ke Quan but I’m so glad he went back to his actual name when acting as an adult.
@@filmneye sadly that's commonplace for Asian and African names. For example I don't think I've ever heard "Nguyen" pronounced corrected by a someone with English as a first language...
@@filmneye Kay whee quan? thats not how you pronounce his name. Stephen was actually close to a correct pronunciation. Instead of 'key' it would've been 'ker', and 'wei' instead of 'wee'. if you want to pronounce his name correctly and traditionally, it is Kwan Ker Wei
Man, he was phenomenal in EEAAO. I can't believe he was rejected from Hollywood for the past 20+ years. It practically took an Indie film to bring him back. This is why I support Indie movies.
the little googly eye on his jacket 😭❤ precious !!!
What an absolutely lovely, humble, grateful man! More strength to him.
I love his unbridled joy and excitement, he has such a zest for life and I want only good things for him. He’s so grateful for this new start and he absolutely deserves all of this.
When he gave his acceptance speech at the Oscars, I said, "I'm done." Ke had just expressed the joys and the depths of despair in life. And he was just the 2nd winner! I think the rest of his acting experience is going to be exactly what he wants. So deserving!
I hope EEAAO wins ALL the Oscars. Best movie I have seen in years. And Ke Huy Quan is a big part of why the movie works so well. Can't wait to see him in all his future projects.
I felt exactly the same about it. It's in my all time top ten already. I predicted 5 if the 7 Oscars it won, wished I'd placed a few bets!
We were right to love Ke Huy Quan - Love his authenticity, enthusiasm and kind hearted soul! What a lovely human and talented actor
So happy for him, such a comeback kid! He is so tenacious, hard-working, genuine, and grateful! I hope he wins Oscar! I am rooting for him!
I want to have lunch with Ke Huy Quan! I just love his energy ❤
I just want the guy to have more jobs. He has 2 roles on Disney Plus and an animated voice role. I don't know what else he is up to.
His interviews consistently make me cry. We need more of this overwhelming gratitude.
I was at the Disney convention watching the panel he was talking about. After Harrison ford discussed Indy 5 it was the Marvel portion and Ke comes out for Loki and said he got lost and thought this was the Indiana Jones reunion panel. He seems like such a genuinely nice man and I’m excited to see what else he has in store for us. EEAAO is such a great showcase for what we’ve been missing out from him all these years.
One of the most genuine souls in all of movies. I want to see a movie with this man, Keanu Reeves, and Brendan Fraiser.
All three of those chaps are beautiful human beings.
Yes me toooooo 😆
Incino man
He has already been in a movie with Brendan Frazier btw.
Temple of Doom was one of my favorite childhood movies and this makes my heart so happy!!! ❤❤❤
Haven’t seen an Asian man get so unanimously rooted for before. Everyone across the board seems to just love this guy. So happy for him! Rooting for you KHQ!
What a lovely man!
I need to see more of this man in films.
What the hell, Hollywood... why would you abandon this man after he did a movie with Ford and Spielberg... the hell is wrong with you. The most humble and sweet individual I've seen in quite a long time.
I mean, he WAS in The Goonies a year later.
worddd
my sentiments exactly. and Ke is too sweet and humble to even ask this but if Spielberg was sending him birthday gifts every year for his birthday, why the hell wasn't he helping him get acting gigs? seems kinda sus to me...
@@the_nikster1 i just wondered the same
@@the_nikster1 Hollywood doesn’t like non-white people in movies. Period 🤷🏽♀️
KE no one forgot about you ❤❤❤❤
I have not seen Harrison so genuinely happy in recent years.
What a nice guy, he was always meant for the big screen. I guess you can't scape your destiny and your God given talents. "Hey Short Round, if you ever read this congratulations 🎉... Hoping to see you again kid"!!!!
You can't not love Ke Huy Quan. He's so genuine. So happy to see him recognized for his talents.
Dude is hyper enthusiastic, and charismatic. Very refreshing from the typical jaded hollywood nonsense. I look forward to seeing him in Loki.
Not only did he have me at Indiana Jones, then Goonies. he is still that enthusiastic sweet enchanting fellow, he's a treasure
This guy has such a great heart and attitude about life! I'm rooting for him at the Oscars for Best Supporting Actor. So glad he came back to the big screen after all these years👍🏼👍🏼
Awww, the one googly eye on his jacket! I swear, he's so likeable like his character Waymond in the movie! I'm not a huge movie buff, so a favorite movie comes along for me every decade or so. This one made my list.
My God, no airs, no pretension - just sheer sticking with it. Audiences are fickle but he deserves everything he gets.
I'm not sure how many of us were waiting for Short Round/ Data to come back, but I can't wait to see what he does next.
He's what I imagine what a dog would be like if it were to suddenly become human. And I love him!
Lovely comment. I imagine he'd be a huge labradoodle.
We’ve always loved you Ke. It was Hollywood that didn’t know what they were doing.
He’s an absolute sweetheart of a man
for fuck sake give roles to this man appear in many movies every year, we need souls like this!!!
You can feel his passion and love through the screen! What an incredible man
we haven't forgotten abt you Ke Huy Quan.. i loved Short Round in Indiana Jones.. and I've been wondering where has this kid been?? never seen him in other movies.. (other than Indy and Goonies).. now we know what happened.. good for you for this great comeback~!!
Short Round!!! 💕💕💕 and Data my favorite 👏👍🙏
He still sounds like his kid self! I love it and am so glad he is bringing Fanny packs back!😂🤣
He's so kick ass as Waymond! Easily one of my favorite characters of all time!
He is such a joy to watch!
I never forgot him. I remember him from Indiana Jones And The Temple Of Doom, Goonies, Together We Stand, and Head Of The Class. The recent picture of him with Harrison Ford brought a smile to my face. This interview gave me chills. I am extremely happy for him.
Ke Huy Quan always seems so sweet and enthusiastic. It would be fun to see him in a romantic film someday. I hope we get to see him in a LOT of films and shows now that he has his Oscar!
I never forgot about him. Every time I’d go back and watch Indy and Goonies I’d think “what happened to that guy, it’s a shame he isn’t getting parts” …hopefully he’s about to become a very busy man.
Don’t worry Ke Huy Quan, I didn’t forget you, but I was wondering what happened to you. Awesome to see him back.
Awards season this year is so good and it's down to this man and Brendan Fraser. No egos, gratitude, nostalgia and excellent performances. Wish him all the best at the Oscars
They’re in separate categories. Ke is up for Best Supporting Actor, and Brendan is up for Best Actor. I hope both of them win. Brendan’s race is a little less certain because Austin Butler has been performing well on the awards trail, too, so it’s a toss-up. Ke’s race is a lock. He’s winning that Oscar.
He still sounds like when he was a kid and still has that childhood innocence 🥰
His smile always warms my heart
I didn't even realize he was Short Round and Data. I had such a big crush on him watching those movies as a kid. And apparently still a big one now 💕 What a sweetheart
if someone hurts this man, the whole world will come after you!!!
6:44 OMG, that hit me harder than I thought it would. Awww!!
Every time he says "WOW", it just takes me back to when he was in Indiana Jones. Representation matters and I'm glad he's getting all the recognitions and opportunities.
"I thought everybody forgot about me." NO BRO! WE MISSED YOU!
What a lovely human being!!!
My dude you were never forgotten you are the best part of them films.
as jennifer coolidge said, "it's not over until you're dead." this man is a living proof. inspiration and illumination.