Steven Spielberg surprised Ke Huy Quan with a $100,000 paycheck

In his memoir, Ke Huy Quan disclosed a remarkable story involving Steven Spielberg and George Lucas. Following the massive box office success of Indiana Jones, the legendary director and producer surprised the young star with an extraordinary financial bonus. Lucasfilm sent the child actor nearly $100,000, a generous gift that completely altered his family’s life and future aspirations.