Liu Yifei
Liu Yifei
Personal Life
- Full Name: Liu Yifei
- Date of Birth: August 25, 1987
- Place of Birth: Wuhan, Hubei, China
- Occupation: Actress, Singer, Model
- Years Active: 2002-Present
- Agency: William Morris Endeavor Entertainment
Biography
Liu Yifei, also known as Crystal Liu, is a Chinese-American actress, singer, and model. She gained recognition for her roles in television dramas such as "Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils" (2003), "The Return of the Condor Heroes" (2006), and "Chinese Paladin 3" (2009). Liu has also starred in several films, including "The Forbidden Kingdom" (2008), "Mulan" (2020), and "Night Peacock" (2021).
Liu was born in Wuhan, Hubei, China, on August 25, 1987. Her parents divorced when she was young, and she moved to New York City with her mother when she was 10 years old. Liu attended the High School of Music & Art in New York City and later studied at Peking University in Beijing, China.
Liu began her acting career in 2002 when she appeared in the television drama "The Story of a Noble Family." She gained wider recognition in 2003 for her role as Wang Yuyan in the television drama "Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils." Liu's popularity continued to grow with her roles in the television dramas "The Return of the Condor Heroes" (2006) and "Chinese Paladin 3" (2009).
In addition to her acting career, Liu has also released several music albums. Her debut album, "Liu Yifei's World," was released in 2006. She has also sung theme songs for several of the television dramas and films in which she has starred.
Liu is a popular figure in China and has been featured on the covers of numerous magazines. She has also been involved in several advertising campaigns and has served as a brand ambassador for several products.
In 2020, Liu starred in the live-action remake of Disney's "Mulan." The film was a critical and commercial success, and Liu received praise for her performance.
Liu is fluent in both English and Mandarin Chinese. She is also a skilled dancer and martial artist.
Awards and Nominations
- Golden Horse Film Awards: Best Actress Nomination for "Mulan" (2020)
- Huading Awards: Best Actress Award for "The Return of the Condor Heroes" (2006)
- Hundred Flowers Awards: Best Actress Nomination for "The Forbidden Kingdom" (2008)
- Asian Film Awards: Best Actress Nomination for "Mulan" (2020)
- MTV Movie & TV Awards: Best Fight Award for "Mulan" (2021)
Personal Life
Liu is a private person and does not share much information about her personal life. However, it is known that she is a supporter of animal rights and has worked with several animal welfare organizations. Liu is also an avid traveler and enjoys spending time outdoors.