How to American

Jimmy O. Yang is a standup comedian, film and TV actor, and fan favorite for his role as Jian Yang on the HBO series Silicon Valley. In How to American, he shares his story of growing up as a Chinese immigrant who pursued a Hollywood career against the wishes of his parents: Yang arrived in Los Angeles from Hong Kong at age 13, learned English by watching BET's Rap City for three hours a day, and worked as a strip-club DJ while pursuing his comedy career. He chronicles a near-deportation episode during a college trip to Tijuana and his journey to finally becoming a proud U.S. citizen ten years later. Featuring those and many other hilarious stories and some hard-earned lessons, How to American mocks stereotypes while offering tongue-in-cheek advice on pursuing the American dreams of fame, fortune, and strippers.