Steven Spielberg and Ke Huy Quan Reconnect in Red Carpet at Adorable Indiana Jones Reunion
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Steven Spielberg Ke Huy Quan Had an adorable Indiana Jones reunion.
Spielberg, 76 and Quan, 51 were spotted posing together on the red carpet of the American Film Institute luncheon. Quan gave Spielberg a kiss on his cheek, while Quan sweetly embraced Spielberg and flashed big smiles for the camera.
Quan and Short Round teamed up almost 40 years ago during Quan’s big-screen debut in 1984. Indiana Jones and The Temple of DoomSpielberg directed it.
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The film was the beginning of the career for the actor, who was a child actor. He later appeared in the 1980s classic. The Goonies. His career behind the camera was put on hold until his return to stardom. All at Once: This earned him his first Golden Globes earlier in the week.
After nabbing the best supporting actor in a motion picture Quan presented Spielberg with a trophy for his performance in The Movie.
Quan stated that he was taught to “never forget where I come from and to always remember who gave it to me my first chance.”I am so happy to see Steven Spielberg here tonight. Steven, I’m grateful. My career began as a child actor. Indiana Jones and The Temple of DoomI was so happy to have been selected. As I grew up, I started to wonder what it was, if it was pure luck.
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“For so many years, I was afraid I had nothing more to offer — that no matter what I did, I would never surpass what I did as a kid. Two men thought of me after more than 30 years. They were able to recall that child. Quan stated, “They gave me the chance to try again.” Everything Directors Daniel Kwan, Daniel Scheinert.
Quan also posted photos from the moment and a tribute to Spielberg in his Instagram caption, reflecting on his reunion with Spielberg.
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“What a memorable evening at the 80th Golden Globe Awards. These photos are so wonderful. Reuniting with Steven was one of many highlightsHe wrote, “I love you,” he said. He wrote, “I love him so much. He is why I fell in love acting. With him there, the night was even more memorable. ❤️❤️❤️.”