Dear Corky

About the Episode

New Yorker Corky Lee photographed his hometown’s Chinatown and Asian American communities around the country for over 50 years, documenting activists, celebrities and everyday heroes he encountered in over 100,000 photos. While documenting the latest rise of anti-Asian hate crimes, Lee passed away from COVID-19. In his own words and photos, this short documentary reveals the man behind the camera.

Aired: 04/30/24 | Expires: | Runtime: 16m 27s

Recent Episodes

Episode 2, Season 38<br> Moynihan

Discover the life and legacy of former U.S. Senator and diplomat Daniel Patrick Moynihan.

American Masters

| 1:43:31
Episode 1, Season 38<br> HOPPER: An American love story

Discover the secrets behind Edward Hopper’s most iconic and enigmatic works.

American Masters

| 53:03

Become a GBH sponsor

Extras

How Phyllis Diller broke down the doors for female comics

Phyllis Diller reflects on how her comedy was a response to years of “take my wife” jokes.

11:35
Jeff Foxworthy on how every American might be a "redneck"

Jeff Foxworthy discusses regionalism in comedy and why "redneck" is a state of mind.

15:41
Joan Rivers finds humor in being yourself

Joan Rivers speaks about her experience as a female comic in the early 60s.

9:59
Love, Jamie

Jamie Diaz is a trans woman and artist who has spent nearly 30 years in a men's prison in Texas.

1:21
Love, Jamie

Jamie Diaz is a trans woman and artist who has spent nearly 30 years in a men's prison in Texas.

19:45
Conan O’Brien gets serious about silliness

Conan O’Brien speaks about his style of late night and his reason for doing comedy.

15:32
No Direction Home: Bob Dylan

Explore musician Bob Dylan's evolution from folk troubadour to iconic rock star.

0:35
5 Firing Line moments that are still relevant today

This Firing Line compliation shows Buckley in conversation with five of his most memorable guests.

15:34
Jerry Seinfeld on his place in American sitcom history

Jerry Seinfeld discusses his collaboration with Larry David and the evolution of the sitcom.

16:01
The Incomparable Mr. Buckley (ASL)

Discover the intellectual evolution and political legacy of William F. Buckley, Jr.

1:40:40