Robert Ito

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Robert Ito (born July 2, 1931 in Vancouver, British Columbia) is a Canadian voice, television and movie actor.

Of Japanese descent, Robert Ito was, for many years, a dancer with the National Ballet of Canada before turning to acting in the mid-1960s. With a long list of performing credits to his name, he is probably best known for his seven-year stint as Dr. Sam Fujiyama on the popular TV series Quincy, M.E., opposite Jack Klugman's title character. Robert played Professor Hikita in the cult film The Adventures of Buckaroo Banzai Across the 8th Dimension. He is also quickly recognized by Star Trek fans as John Kim (Harry Kim's father) and Tactical Officer Lt. Chang, from and , respectively. Robert Ito is also honored by the Arrogant Worms in their song "Sam, the Guy from Quincy".

External links

article at Memory Alpha, the Star Trek wiki

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