Leslie Cheung
Awards & Honours
40
Awards Won
2
Honours
2
Rankings
2
Covers
2
Records
Leslie Cheung's achievements define a career of unparalleled excellence in Asian entertainment. He stands as the only actor from Hong Kong to win the prestigious Best Actor award at the Cannes Film Festival, a historic milestone that placed him on the global stage alongside Hollywood's elite. His induction into the Hong Kong Walk of Fame and receipt of the Golden Bauhinia Star cemented his status as a national treasure. Beyond awards, his ability to blend acting and singing into a cohesive artistic identity created a new archetype for performers in the region.
Awards
Honours & Distinctions
Hong Kong Walk of Fame Induction
Recognized for outstanding contributions to the entertainment industry.
Golden Bauhinia Star
Posthumous award honoring lifetime achievement in arts and culture.
Rankings & Lists
Greatest Cantopop Artists
Top Hong Kong Actors
Magazine Covers
Vogue
1995-06
Fashion Icon of the East
Rolling Stone
1993-10
The King of Cantopop
Records & Feats
First Hong Kong Actor to Win Best Actor at Cannes
Won Best Actor for Farewell My Concubine in 1993, a historic first for a Hong Kong performer.
Longest Running #1 Hit in Cantopop History
"Monica" remained at the top of charts for an extended period, defining the genre.