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Chinese actresses who were born in 1965

Here are 7 famous actresses from China were born in 1965:

Chen Xiaoxu

Chen Xiaoxu (October 29, 1965 Anshan-May 13, 2007 Shenzhen) was a Chinese entrepreneur and actor.

He was best known for his role in the 1980 film "The Spring Festival," which made him a household name in China. After retiring from acting in the early 1990s, Chen became a successful entrepreneur in various ventures, including real estate and technology. His company, Kingdee Software, became one of the leading software companies in China. Chen was known for his philanthropy and donated millions to charity throughout his life. He died at the age of 41 from complications related to liver cancer.

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Amy Yip

Amy Yip (July 10, 1965 Hong Kong-) also known as Amy Yip Chi-Mei or Amy Ip is a Chinese actor.

She started her career as a model and gained fame in the late 1980s and early 1990s for her roles in Hong Kong Category III films, a rating similar to NC-17 in the United States. Yip was known for her voluptuous figure and risqué roles in films such as "Sex and Zen" and "Erotic Ghost Story". Despite her controversial roles and on-screen nudity, Yip was respected for her acting abilities and won the Best Actress award at the 1991 Hong Kong Film Awards for her role in "The Fruit Is Swelling". After retiring from acting in 1997, Yip pursued a career in interior design and also became a Buddhist nun.

Gong Li

Gong Li (December 31, 1965 Shenyang-) otherwise known as 巩俐, Lei Gung, Li Gong, Gung Lee or Kung Lee is a Chinese actor. She has one child, Mamoru Yoki Chung Li.

Gong Li is considered one of the finest actresses in Chinese cinema history. She began her career in the film industry in 1987 and immediately gained recognition for her performances. She became well-known for her collaboration with director Zhang Yimou in films such as "Red Sorghum," "Raise the Red Lantern," and "To Live."

Apart from her work in Chinese cinema, Gong Li has also acted in several international productions, including "Memoirs of a Geisha," "Miami Vice," and "442: Live with Honor, Die with Dignity." She has received numerous awards for her work, including Best Actress at the Cannes Film Festival and the Venice Film Festival.

In addition to her successful acting career, Gong Li is also an ambassador for the United Nations Development Programme and a spokesperson for L'Oreal cosmetics. She is known for her philanthropic work and dedication to women's causes.

Carina Lau

Carina Lau (December 8, 1965 Suzhou-) also known as Carina Liu, Jia-Ling Liu, Carina Lau Ka Ling, Jialing Liu, Kar-Ling Lau, Ka-Ling Lau, Lau Ka Ling, Lau Ka-Ling, Carina Lau Kar-ling, Liú Jiālíng, Ka Ling Sister, Mrs. Leung, Ka Ling, Lau4 Gaa1-ling4, Carina Lau Kar Ling or Carina Lau Ka-Ling is a Chinese actor and singer.

She was born in Suzhou, Jiangsu province and grew up in Hong Kong. Lau began her acting career in the 1980s and has since appeared in over 90 films, mostly in Hong Kong but also in mainland China and Taiwan. She has won numerous awards including the Hong Kong Film Award for Best Actress and the Golden Horse Award for Best Leading Actress. In addition to her acting career, Lau is also a successful singer, having released several albums and won multiple awards for her music. She is considered one of the most popular and influential actresses in the Chinese-speaking world and has a large following both in Hong Kong and mainland China. Lau is married to Hong Kong film director Tony Leung and the couple is considered one of the most successful and enduring power couples in the entertainment industry.

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Pat Ha

Pat Ha (November 21, 1965 Hong Kong-) a.k.a. 夏文汐, Pat Ha Man Jing, Wen-Hsi Hsia, Wenxi Xia, Man-Chik Ha or Patricia Ha is a Chinese actor.

She began her acting career in the 1980s and has since appeared in over 50 films and TV dramas. She is known for her roles in films such as "Duel to the Death" (1983), "Peking Opera Blues" (1986), and "The Eighth Happiness" (1988). In addition to acting, Ha has also worked as a television host, singer, and dancer. She retired from the entertainment industry in the late 90s to focus on her family and has since made occasional appearances in films and television shows.

Maggie Shiu

Maggie Shiu (February 27, 1965 Hong Kong-) a.k.a. Maggie Siu Mei-Kei, Maggie Shaw, Shiu Mei-Kei, Mei-qi Shao, Mei-Kei Siu, shào měiqí, siu6 mei5 kei4, Maggie Shiu Mei-Kei, Siu Mei-Kei, Maggie Siu or Maggie Shiu is a Chinese actor.

Shiu started her acting career in 1985 and has since appeared in over 80 films and numerous television series. She is best known for her roles in the TVB dramas "Detective Investigation Files IV" and "Armed Reaction". Her work has earned her critical acclaim and several awards, including the TVB Anniversary Award for Best Actress.

In addition to her acting, Shiu has also served as a UNICEF ambassador since 2000, promoting the rights and well-being of children around the world. She is also a devout Buddhist and has spoken publicly about her faith and its influence on her life and career.

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Sandra Ng

Sandra Ng (August 2, 1965 Hong Kong-) a.k.a. Ng Kwan Yue, Sandra Kwan Yue Ng, Ng, Sandra, Sandra Ng Kwun-Yu, Kwan-yue Ng, Kwun-Yu Ng, Sandra Lin, Jun-Ru Wu, Sandra Ng Kwan Yue, Sandra Ng Kwan-yu, wu2 jun1 ru2 or ng4 gwan1 jyu4 is a Chinese actor, disc jockey and presenter. Her child is called Jilian Chan.

Sandra Ng began her career in the entertainment industry in the 1980s as a DJ and host for various radio and TV shows. She later transitioned to acting and became a prominent figure in Hong Kong cinema, starring in popular films such as "sister Cupid" and "Portland Street Blues". She has won numerous accolades for her performances, including Best Actress at the Hong Kong Film Awards.

Aside from her acting career, Ng is also a successful businesswoman, having founded her own production company, which bears her name. She is also an advocate for gender equality and has spoken out about the lack of opportunities for women in the film industry.

In her personal life, Ng is married to film director Peter Chan and they have a daughter together. She is also known for her humor and wit, often making appearances on comedy shows and in comedic roles in films.

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