BD Wong

BD Wong is an American actor who gained prominence through his award-winning theater work and extensive television career spanning over three decades. He is particularly recognized for his Tony Award-winning role as Song Liling in M. Butterfly on Broadway, and his long-running television role as Dr. George Huang on Law & Order: Special Victims Unit. Beyond acting, Wong has established himself as an author and advocate for Asian American representation in entertainment. His 2003 memoir "Following Foo: The Electronic Adventures of the Chestnut Man" chronicles his personal journey through the premature birth of his twin sons and the loss of one of them. Wong's career has included notable film appearances in Jurassic Park, Jurassic World, and Father of the Bride, as well as recurring roles in television series like Mr. Robot and Gotham. He continues to work actively in theater, television, and film while occasionally directing for the stage. His contributions to performing arts have been recognized with multiple awards, including the Media Award from GLAAD and the Asian American Legal Defense and Education Fund's Justice in Action Award. Wong remains one of the most prominent Asian American actors in American entertainment.

BD Wong is better known as an actor than an author. His memoir "Following Foo: The Electronic Adventures of the Chestnut Man" received limited reader reviews online. Readers noted his honest portrayal of becoming a father to premature twins through surrogacy, and appreciated his vulnerable discussion of being a gay Asian American parent. Some highlighted the intimate format of sharing email updates with friends and family during the medical crisis. Critical reviews focused on the book's scattered email diary structure and occasional meandering tone. A few readers found the medical details overwhelming. The book has limited online presence: Goodreads: 3.93/5 (56 ratings) Amazon: 4.5/5 (13 reviews) One reader commented: "His raw emotions during this difficult time really come through." Another noted: "The email format made it feel disconnected at times." Beyond this memoir, Wong has not published other books for general audiences.

Following Foo: An Electronic Journal from Behind the Scenes (2004) Daily journal entries documenting Wong's experiences as an actor playing Dr. George Huang on "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit," with reflections on his career, family life, and identity as an Asian-American performer.