##Yang Zi, also known as Andy Yang, is a prominent Chinese actress and singer.
She first gained significant recognition for her role in the famous sitcom Home with Kids, which aired in 2005.
Since then, Yang Zi has established herself as one of the leading actresses in the Chinese entertainment industry. She is known for her versatility and ability to portray various characters.
Her breakout role came in the hit drama Go Go Squid!, where she played a talented computer science student and aspiring singer.
| Attribute | Details |
| Full Name | Yang Zi |
| Nickname | Andy Yang |
| Date of Birth | 6-Nov-92 |
| Age | 32 years old |
| Gender | Female |
| Place of Birth | Fangshan District, Beijing, China |
| Nationality | Chinese |
| Profession | Actress, Singer |
| Height | 5 feet 5 inches (167 cm) |
| Parents | Yang Yunfei and Ma Haiyan |
| Siblings | N/A |
| Spouse | N/A |
| Children | N/A |
| Relationship Status | N/A |
| Religion | N/A |
| Ethnicity | Han Chinese |
| Net Worth | $10 million |
Yang Zi’s Early Life and Education
Yang Zi is thirty-two years old currently. Yang Yunfei and Ma Haiyan welcomed her into the Fangshan District of Beijing on November 6, 1992. Her mother was a housewife while her father was in a combat zone.
She started performing young and had her entertainment debut in 1999. From 2010 to 2014, she studied performing and polished her acting skills at the Beijing Film Academy.
She had a good basis in acting and singing throughout her early years; subsequently, this helped her succeed in many television plays and movies.
She speaks Han Chinese. Although her familial history is not publicly known, it is known that she has always been passionate in performing from early life.
Her career possibilities were improved even more by her contacts with other aspirant actors and actresses made possible by her study at the Beijing Film Academy.
Yang Zi’s Personal Life
Actress was once in a relationship with actor Qin Junjie; specifics about their relationship and later break-ups have not yet been fully reported in the media.
She seems to be entirely preoccupied with her work and has not officially acknowledged any fresh unions or partnerships.
Yang Zi’s Career
Yang Zi’s career took off as she became a regular sight on Chinese television following her part in Home with Kids. She then appeared in multiple hit dramas like Ashes of Love (2018), Ode to Joy (2016), and Battle of Changsha (2014).
Her performance in Go Go Squid! (2019) marks a career turning point and resulted in much praise and many awards. She not only acts but also dabbles in singing.
For Go Go Squid!, she sang the closing theme tune ***Milk Bread,” which had notable commercial success. Her reputation in the entertainment business has come from her ability to strike a mix between singing and acting.
Yang Zi’s Awards
“Yang Zi has received numerous awards and nominations throughout her career:
- Best Actress at the 26th Huading Awards for Go Go Squid! (2019)
- Most Influential Actress of 2019 by Powerstar China
- Weibo Queen at the Weibo Awards Ceremony (multiple years)
- Actress of the Year 2023 by People magazine
Yang Zi’s Net Worth
Yang Zi’s net worth is estimated to be around ***$10 million. This wealth has been accumulated through her successful acting career across television dramas and films and endorsements and appearances in various media projects.
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Yang Zi’s Controversy
Rising to popularity for Yang Zi is not without controversy. One such instance was criticism directed against other performers during the Lost You Forever (2023) broadcast.
Targeting Yang Zi for supposedly coasting on her popularity, fans failed to sufficiently credit her co-star Deng Wei for helping the drama to flourish.
This caused conflicts among fan bases and spurred debates about industry competitiveness. She has also been under fire over her public image and internet contacts with followers.
Some detractors have said that while she presents herself as a victim when problems develop, her behaviour towards other fan groups is destructive. These dynamics draw attention to the complicated character of celebrity culture in China, where public conflicts often follow from fan devotion.
Yang Zi’s Filmography
- Home with Kids (2005)
- Battle of Changsha (2014)
- Ode to Joy (2016)
- Noble Aspirations (2016)
- Ashes of Love (2018)
- Go Squid! (2019)
- The Oath of Love (2022)
- Immortal Samsara (2022)
- Lost You Forever (2023)
