Chinese actresses who were born in 1956
Here are 7 famous actresses from China were born in 1956:
Tse Ling-ling
Tse Ling-ling (September 20, 1956 Taiwan-) also known as Cheng-Lu Hsieh, Lin-lin Hsieh, Ling-Ling Tse, Lingling Xie or Ling-ling Hsieh is a Chinese actor. She has five children, Lester Lam, Emily Lam, Oiyi Lam, Elly Lam and Haau-Nang Lam.
Tse Ling-ling started her career in entertainment in the 1970s and has since appeared in numerous films and television shows, gaining fame throughout Asia for her acting abilities. In addition to acting, she is also a talented singer and has released several albums throughout her career. Tse Ling-ling has won numerous awards for her contributions to the entertainment industry, including the Best Actress award at the Golden Horse Awards, the most prestigious film awards ceremony in Taiwan, for her role in the film "The Story of a Small Town". Despite her success, Tse Ling-ling has maintained a relatively low profile and is known for her humility and kindness towards her fans.
Teresa Carpio
Teresa Carpio (September 30, 1956 Hong Kong-) a.k.a. 杜麗莎, 杜麗沙, 杜丽沙, 杜丽莎, §ùÄR¨F, Teresa or Carpio, Teresa is a Chinese singer and actor. She has one child, T.V. Carpio.
Teresa Carpio was born in Hong Kong and grew up in a family of musicians. She started her musical career at the age of 15, singing in nightclubs and on television. In the early 1970s, she became a popular singer in Hong Kong, and her performances earned her the nickname "Queen of Hong Kong Pop."
In the late 1970s, Carpio moved to the United States to pursue her music career. She performed on Broadway in the musical "They're Playing Our Song" and appeared in the film "The Rose" with Bette Midler. She also released several albums in the United States and performed in concerts around the world.
Carpio is known for her powerful voice and her ability to sing in multiple languages, including Chinese, English, and Spanish. She has won numerous awards for her music and has been recognized for her contributions to the music industry.
In addition to her music career, Carpio has also acted in films and television shows, including the Hong Kong film "The Heroic Trio" and the American television series "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit." She has one daughter, T.V. Carpio, who is also an actress and singer.
Wong Hang Sau
Wong Hang Sau (April 14, 1956 Hong Kong-) also known as Xiu Gu, Cecilia Wong Hang-Sau, Huang Xing Xiu or Cecilia Wong is a Chinese actor.
Wong Hang Sau began her acting career in Hong Kong in the 1970s and quickly became known for her talent and versatility. She starred in a number of popular TV dramas and films, including "Young and Dangerous: The Prequel" (1998), "Infernal Affairs" (2002), and "The Grandmaster" (2013).
In addition to her acting career, Wong Hang Sau is also a noted director and producer, and has worked on a number of acclaimed films and TV shows. She has won several awards for her work, including Best Director at the Hong Kong Film Awards in 2004 and 2015.
Outside of her work in the entertainment industry, Wong Hang Sau is also known for her philanthropic work. She is a strong advocate for children's rights and has worked with a number of charitable organizations to improve the lives of disadvantaged children in Hong Kong and throughout China.
Weixin Zhang
Weixin Zhang (June 14, 1956 Harbin-) is a Chinese actor. She has one child, Li Xiaolu.
Weixin Zhang began her acting career in the late 1970s and rose to prominence in the 1980s as one of the leading actresses in China's film industry. She starred in many popular films, including "The Winter of Three Hairs" (1980), "The Young Wanli Emperor" (1982), and "The Old Well" (1986).
In addition to her work in film, Zhang has also appeared in several TV dramas, including "The Pavilion of Women" (2001) and "In Laws" (2013). She has won numerous awards for her acting, including the Best Supporting Actress Award at the 1984 Golden Rooster Awards and the Best Actress Award at the 1993 Cairo International Film Festival.
Aside from her successful acting career, Zhang is also known for being the mother of Chinese actress and singer Li Xiaolu. The two appeared together in the film "The Newsroom" (2008).
Min Zhang
Min Zhang (April 16, 1956 Shanghai-) also known as Zhang Min is a Chinese actor.
He graduated from the Shanghai Theater Academy and began his acting career in the 1980s. Zhang has since appeared in over 80 films and television dramas, earning recognition for his performances in "The Story of Qiu Ju", which won the Golden Lion Award at the Venice Film Festival, and "Red Sorghum", which won the Golden Bear Award at the Berlin International Film Festival. In addition to his work in the film industry, he has also acted in many stage productions and served as a judge on several Chinese reality TV shows. Zhang is known for his versatile acting skills and has become one of China's most respected actors. He has won numerous awards throughout his career, including the Best Actor Award at the 13th Tokyo International Film Festival for his role in "Farewell My Concubine".
Regina Tsang
Regina Tsang (October 12, 1956 British Hong Kong-) a.k.a. Zeng Qingyu or Hing Yue Chang is a Chinese musician, actor and singer.
She began her entertainment career in the late 1970s as a member of the Hong Kong pop music group, "The Wynners". Tsang also went on to release a number of successful solo albums throughout the 1980s and 90s. In addition to her music career, she has also appeared in numerous Hong Kong films and television dramas, showcasing her talents as an actress. Tsang is widely regarded as a pioneer in the Cantopop music genre and has won several prestigious awards throughout her career, including the Golden Needle Award in 2003. She is also a prominent activist for various social causes and has long been an advocate for animal welfare.
Ming Zhang
Ming Zhang (April 16, 1956 Shanghai-) is a Chinese actor.
He is best known for his roles in Chinese television dramas and films, and has won several awards for his performances. Zhang graduated from the Central Academy of Drama in Beijing and began his acting career in the early 1980s. He gained acclaim for his role in the 1982 television series "Journey to the West". Since then, he has appeared in numerous popular dramas and films, including "The Emperor's Shadow" and "Curse of the Golden Flower". In addition to acting, Zhang has also worked as a director and producer. He is considered one of China's most respected and versatile actors.