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Chinese actresses who were born in 1982

Here are 11 famous actresses from China were born in 1982:

Betty Sun

Betty Sun (September 26, 1982 Shanghai-) otherwise known as Sun, Li, 孫儷, Sun Li, Li Sun, Betty Sun Li, Susan Sun, Susan Sun Li, Susan or Betty is a Chinese actor and singer. She has one child, Deng Hanzhi.

Betty Sun began her career as a singer in 1999 and later transitioned into acting. She gained international recognition for her role as Empress Qi in the 2011 television series "The Legend of Zhen Huan" which was broadcast in more than 40 countries. She also received critical acclaim for her performance in the 2015 drama "To The Sky Kingdom". In addition, Betty Sun has won numerous awards including the Best Actress at the 2014 Golden Rooster Awards and the 2015 Magnolia Awards. Outside of her acting career, she is also known for her philanthropic work, particularly her efforts in promoting education and environmental conservation.

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Li Xiaolu

Li Xiaolu (September 30, 1982 Beijing-) also known as Xiaolu Li, Li Xiaolu, Jacqueline Li, Jacqueline Lu Li, Lulu Li, Jacqueline Li Xiaolu, Lulu Li Xiaolu, Li Xiao-Lu or Lu Lu is a Chinese actor.

She was born in Beijing and started her career at the age of 16 as a model. In 2001, she made her acting debut in the film "The Road Home" directed by Zhang Yimou. From there, she went on to star in numerous films and television dramas, becoming one of the most popular actresses in China. In addition to acting, Li Xiaolu is also a singer and has released several albums. She has won several awards for her performances, including the Best Actress Award at the 6th Asian Film Awards. Outside of her career, Li Xiaolu is also known for her philanthropy work and has been involved in various charitable organizations. She is married to Jia Nailiang, a fellow actor, and they have a daughter together.

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Du Juan

Du Juan (September 15, 1982 Shanghai-) also known as Juan Du or Du Juan is a Chinese fashion model, ballet dancer and actor.

Du Juan was born in Shanghai and began her ballet training at the age of 3. She joined the Shanghai Ballet School and eventually became a principal dancer with the Shanghai Ballet. In 2002, she was discovered by a modeling agency and began her career as a fashion model. Du Juan has since become an international sensation and has worked with many top designers and brands, including Louis Vuitton, Yves Saint Laurent, and Chanel. She has also been the face of numerous advertising campaigns and has appeared on the covers of many fashion magazines. In addition to her modeling career, Du Juan has also acted in several films and television shows. She has been recognized for her contributions to fashion and was named one of Time Magazine's 100 most influential people in the world in 2009.

Fala Chen

Fala Chen (February 24, 1982 Chengdu-) also known as Fat-La Chan, Chén Fǎlā or Can3 Faat3 Laai1 is a Chinese model and actor.

Fala Chen was born in Chengdu, Sichuan Province, China, but grew up in a number of different places, including Shenzhen, Guangzhou, and Hong Kong. She studied at the Parsons School of Design in New York City before returning to Hong Kong to pursue a career in entertainment.

Chen began her career as a model, appearing in various commercials and print advertisements before making her acting debut in the TV drama "Survivor's Law" in 2003. She became known for her roles in popular series such as "Moonlight Resonance" and "Heart and Greed". In 2013, Chen won the TVB Anniversary Award for Best Actress for her performance in the drama "No Regrets".

In addition to acting, Chen is also a singer and has released a number of singles and albums throughout her career. She is also an ambassador for various charitable organizations and has been recognized for her contributions to the community. Off screen, Chen is known for her fashion sense and has been named one of the "Best Dressed Women" by various publications.

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J.J. Jia

J.J. Jia (September 20, 1982 Jinan-) also known as JJ Jia, Xiao-chen Jia, Gu Hiu-san, Jia Xiaochen, 贾晓晨, Jiǎ Xiǎochén, 賈曉晨, Gaa2 Hiu2 San4, Fatumai or JJ Jia Xiao-Chen is a Chinese model and actor.

She started her career in the entertainment industry as a model before transitioning to acting. J.J. Jia is best known for her roles in the popular Chinese TV series "The Heaven Sword and Dragon Saber" (2003), "Liao Zhai" (2005), and "Beautiful Cooking" (2007). She has also appeared in numerous films, such as "The Sorcerer and the White Snake" (2011) and "The Bullet Vanishes" (2012). J.J. Jia has won several awards throughout her career, including the Best Supporting Actress Award at the Hong Kong Film Awards in 2013 for her role in "The Bullet Vanishes". In addition to her acting career, J.J. Jia is also known for her philanthropic work and has been involved in various charitable organizations.

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Mandy Wong

Mandy Wong (December 21, 1982 Hong Kong-) is a Chinese actor.

She was born and raised in Hong Kong and later studied at the Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts. Mandy began her career as a actress in 2007 through the TV series "Best Bet". Since then, she has starred in many popular TV dramas, including “The Hippocratic Crush”, “Swipe Tap Love”, “The Executioner”, “My Ages Apart” and “Threesome”, among others. In 2013, Mandy won the TVB Anniversary Award for Best Actress for her outstanding performance in the TV series “The Other Truth”. She is also recognized for her singing talent and has released several singles and albums throughout her career. In her free time, Mandy is known to enjoy hiking and traveling.

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Koni Lui

Koni Lui (September 3, 1982 Hong Kong-) is a Chinese actor and model.

She began her career as a participant in the 2006 Miss Hong Kong beauty pageant, where she finished as the third runner-up. After that, she started getting offers for modeling and acting gigs. Koni has appeared in diverse TV series such as "The Academy" and "Survivor's Law II" and "The Four" among others. She has also won a couple of awards including Best Supporting Actress at TVB Anniversary Awards in 2017. Besides her acting career, she is also a popular TV host and has participated in a range of talk shows and game shows.

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Di Yao

Di Yao (March 17, 1982 Tongxiang-) a.k.a. Yao Di is a Chinese actor.

He graduated from the Shanghai Theater Academy with a degree in acting. Yao Di is best known for his roles in the television dramas "Struggle" and "The Disguiser". He has also appeared in several films, including "Raging Fire" and "The Mermaid". In addition to acting, Yao Di is a talented singer and has released several albums. He is known for his dedication to his craft and has won several awards for his work in acting, including the Best Actor award at the 24th Huading Awards. Outside of his acting career, Yao Di is also an advocate for environmental protection and has served as a goodwill ambassador for the United Nations Development Programme.

Romola Garai

Romola Garai (August 6, 1982 British Hong Kong-) otherwise known as Romola Sadie Garai or Romster is a Chinese actor and model.

While Garai was born in British Hong Kong, she was raised mostly in England. She began her acting career in 2000 with a role in the television series "The Last of the Blonde Bombshells". Garai went on to appear in a number of films and television series, including "Dirty Dancing: Havana Nights", "Atonement", "The Hour", and "Suffragette". In addition to her acting career, Garai has also dabbled in modeling, having posed for various magazines and campaigns. She is also a prominent voice in the #MeToo movement and has spoken out about her personal experiences with sexual harassment in the entertainment industry.

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Shirley Dai

Shirley Dai (June 4, 1982 Shanghai-) is a Chinese actor and singer.

She began her career in the entertainment industry at a young age, first gaining recognition as a contestant on a singing competition in 2002. She continued to pursue music, releasing her first album in 2004, and quickly rose to fame as a popular singer in China.

In 2009, Shirley transitioned to acting, starring in a number of popular Chinese TV dramas and films. Her notable roles include "The Heaven Sword and Dragon Saber" (2009) and "The Four" (2015). She also starred in the Hollywood film "The Meg" (2018), alongside Jason Statham and Li Bingbing.

Aside from her successful entertainment career, Shirley is also a philanthropist, heavily involved in various charity work in China. In 2016, she was named as the first Chinese ambassador for the international charity organization World Vision.

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Cica Zhou

Cica Zhou (August 26, 1982 Qiandongnan Miao and Dong Autonomous Prefecture-) is a Chinese actor and model.

She first gained attention for her role in the popular Chinese TV drama, "Journey to the West" in 2011, and has since appeared in several other TV shows and films, including "Perfect Couple" and "The Investiture of the Gods". In addition to her acting career, Zhou is also a successful model, having worked with several well-known brands in China. She is known for her elegant, classic style, and has been featured in numerous fashion magazines. Zhou has won several awards for her acting, including the Best Supporting Actress award at the 7th China TV Drama Awards for her role in "Journey to the West". She is also a philanthropist, and has supported several charitable causes throughout her career.

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