ZHAO LIYING
赵丽颖
Anglicised Name:
Zanilia Zhao
Birthdate:
October 16, 1987
Star Sign | Chinese Zodiac:
Libra | Rabbit
Birthplace | Nationality:
Langfang, Hebei Province | Chinese
Height | Weight:
Civil Status:
Occupation:
Ex-Husband - Feng Shaofeng
Actress | Singer | Producer | Brand Ambassador | Public Official
1.65 cm | 45 kg
Zhao Liying born on October 16, 1987, in Langfang, Hebei Province, is a highly acclaimed Chinese actress, singer, and producer. She is widely regarded as one of the most successful and influential figures in Chinese entertainment, often referred to as the "Queen of TV Ratings" for her record-breaking viewership.
Her career spans nearly two decades, with major hits including The Journey of Flower, Princess Agents, and The Story of Minglan. In 2024, she won "Best Actress" at the Flying Apsaras Awards and the Golden Eagle Awards for her role in Wild Bloom. She has moved into production, notably serving as an executive producer for the 2024 series The Legend of Shen Li. Zhao frequently contributes to the soundtracks of her dramas, performing theme songs for series like The Story of Minglan and Princess Agents. She is a major figure in global fashion and beauty, serving as the Global Brand Ambassador for Givenchy Beauty and representing luxury brands like Longines, Self-Portrait, and Galénic. She has held several industry and cultural leadership roles, including Vice Chairperson of the Hebei Film and Television Association and a Tourism Ambassador for Hebei.
Zhao Liying remains a dominant force in both film and television. In early 2026, she premiered her new urban drama The Dream Maker (also known as Small Town Big Events), playing the lead role of Liu Qiuping.