Joanne Cassidy and Philip Tan carrying young Lewis Tan | Lewis Tan | Source: Twitter/TheLewisTan | Getty Images
Lewis Tan is a skilled British actor and martial artist. His parents have supported him in pursuing his passion for acting, which undoubtedly contributed to his successful career.
Actor Lewis Tan gained fame for his roles in the TV shows "Mortal Kombat," "Wu Assassins," and "Shadow and Bone," as well as the films "Deadpool 2" and "About Fate."
With all his achievements on screen, Lewis has two important people in his life as the reason for his success—his father, Philip Tan, and his mother, Joanne Cassidy.
Lewis Tan attends the launch of the new Aston Martin DB12 at the Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc in Antibes on May 24, 2023, in Cannes, France. | Source: Getty Images
Lewis Tan's Father Is a Renowned Stuntman
Lewis Tan's parents are his everyday source of inspiration. His father, Philip Tan, is a former gymnast who became a stuntman, actor, producer, director, and second unit director.
Philip, who was born in Singapore and grew up in the U.K., gained fame as a stuntman. He is best known for his excellent work in the acclaimed film "Martial Law," which debuted three decades ago.
Lewis Tan's Mother Is a Former Model Who Enjoys a Private Life
Lewis Tan's parents have lived life differently. While Philip is used to the public spotlight, his British wife, former model Joanne Cassidy leads a private lifestyle and doesn't share much information about herself.
Between his parents, Lewis Tan sees his father as an influential figure to him.
Lewis often posts about his mom on social media. On Twitter, Lewis paid tribute to his mom during Mother's Day celebration in 2021, which featured her holding a bouquet while sitting in her new car Lewis bought for her.
In another post in 2020, Lewis called his mom a "queen of four crazy boys." Lewis is private about the identities of his other family members. In 2017, he also shared a stunning picture of his mom when she was young.
Like Lewis, Philip also shared a bit about his wife. The renowned stunt coordinator posted a delightful selfie with his wife in 2018 during the release of the film "Crazy Rich Asians."
Philip Tan Greatly Influenced Lewis Tan's Life & Professional Career
Between his parents, Lewis Tan sees his father as an influential figure to him. Philip has been in the entertainment industry for over 30 years.
With Philip's incredible feat, Lewis Tan could not help but admire his dad's dedication to his own craft. Lewis counts his dad as an "icon," along with Marlon Brando and Cary Grant.
Lewis is also impressed by how his dad overcame several challenges in his life. According to Lewis, Philip was abandoned as a child in Singapore and dealt with racism in London, where the stunt professional began dating his white mother.
Although Lewis grew up knowing his father's hardships, witnessing his rise to stardom, and eventually following in his footsteps, he remains humble, as fame does not enamor him.
Lewis Tan and Philip Tan attend Netflix's "Shadow & Bone" Season 2 Premiere at Netflix Tudum Theater on March 9, 2023, in Los Angeles, California. | Source: Getty Images
In 2020, Lewis stated that he wanted to honor his father's life and history. He said he had finished his fourth screenplay and was excited to make his directorial debut. The film is based on his father's story, which he feels compelled to tell as an artist.
Besides his directorial pursuits, Lewis said his primary goal is to dominate the action genre like his dad. He also has plans to venture into unique dramas, character-driven independent films, and well-crafted romance and comedy.
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