Anna May Wong will become the first Asian American to be on U.S. currency

Anna May Wong, ca. 1935. The U.S. Mint will begin shipping quarters featuring the Asian American film star next week.

Dubbed Hollywood's first Asian American movie star, Wong championed the need for more representation and less stereotypical roles for Asian Americans on screen. She will be featured on new quarters.

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