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Ming-Na Wen was born November 20, 1963. She is currently 62 years old (as of December 2025), not 50. The statement about her voicing Mulan and playing The Cavalry (Agent Melinda May) on Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. is accurate.
Ming-Na Wen, who portrays The Cavalry on Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., was also the voice of Mulan. And she’s 50 years old.
Ming-Na Wen: The Ageless Voice Behind Two Icons
Ming-Na Wen has achieved something rare in Hollywood: she's become synonymous with not one, but multiple iconic characters across different universes. Born November 20, 1963, the Macau-born actress is now 62 years old—and still actively kicking butt on screen.
The Voice of a Generation
In 1998, Wen provided the speaking voice for Fa Mulan in Disney's animated classic Mulan, bringing depth and strength to the warrior who saved China. She reprised the role in Mulan II and various Disney properties, eventually earning Disney Legend status in 2019.
The role wasn't just a one-off gig. Wen returned to voice Mulan in Kingdom Hearts II and even showed up in guest appearances on Sofia the First. Her work on the film earned her an Annie Award, animation's highest honor.
Agent Melinda May: "The Cavalry"
Fast-forward to 2013, and Wen landed another career-defining role: Agent Melinda May, nicknamed "The Cavalry," on Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. Over seven seasons and 136 episodes (2013-2020), she played the stoic, ass-kicking pilot and field agent.
May became a fan favorite for her deadpan delivery, fighting prowess, and unexpected emotional depth. The character's nickname "The Cavalry" came from a classified mission in Bahrain that Wen's character desperately wanted everyone to forget—but of course, no one did.
Still Fighting at 62
Wen didn't slow down after S.H.I.E.L.D. ended. She joined the Star Wars universe as Fennec Shand, a deadly bounty hunter who appears in The Mandalorian (2019-2020), The Book of Boba Fett (2021-2022), and the animated series The Bad Batch (2021, 2024).
Her ability to play fierce, complex women—whether animated or live-action—has made her a cross-generational icon. She's equally comfortable doing motion capture stunts as she is delivering emotional monologues.
Other notable roles include Dr. Jing-Mei "Deb" Chen on ER (1995-2004) and appearances across dozens of shows. In 2023, she received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, cementing her legacy.
The Ageless Phenomenon
Fans frequently joke that Ming-Na Wen doesn't age. At 62, she continues doing her own stunts and playing action-heavy roles that would challenge actors half her age. Her longevity isn't just about good genes—it's about choosing roles that showcase strength, intelligence, and complexity.
From voicing a legendary Disney princess to becoming a fixture in the Marvel and Star Wars universes, Wen has built a career that spans animation, television, and film. And she's showing no signs of slowing down.