Jack Ong (November 6, 1940 – June 13, 2017) was an American actor, writer, activist and marketing professional. He was born in Mesa, Arizona. He was known for his roles in "Next" (2007) and "Akeelah the Bee" (2005). He also appeared in "Cold Case", "ER", "Friends", "The Suite Life of Zack & Cody", "The Bernie Mac Show", "Still Standing", "Dharma & Greg", "Touched by an Angel", "V.I.P.", "Chicago Hope", "The Simpsons" and "Beverly Hills, 90210".