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Having started her career at the age of four, Yang Mi has grown to become one of the most influential actresses in the Chinese entertainment industry. She is widely recognized as part of the “New Four Dan Actresses,” a term for young stars who dominate television and film screens. Her popularity has surged thanks to the achievements she has garnered throughout her career.
Yang Mi's name soared through various major projects, from dramas to action films that earned her international awards. She is also known as a singer after performing the theme song for one of her popular series. Several of her works have even set audience records in China.
Her career success is accompanied by a personal life that has also attracted public attention. From relationships, marriage, to her role as a mother, all are important parts of her journey. Check out her complete profile below.
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1. Yang Mi's Career Start at Age 4

Profile of Chinese Actress Yang Mi (credit: instagram/yangmimimi912)
Yang Mi made her acting debut at the age of four through the series TANG MING HUANG which aired in 1990. This early role became her gateway into the Chinese entertainment world and opened up opportunities for her to appear in more major productions.
She later gained recognition as one of the “New Four Dan Actresses” by the media Southern Metropolis Daily. This title served as proof that Yang Mi was considered a young actress with the greatest potential of her time.
2. Popularity Through Drama and Music
A significant leap in her career occurred in 2011 when she starred in the series PALACE. Through this role, she won the Most Popular Actress award at the 17th Shanghai Television Festival.
Not only successful in acting, Yang Mi also sang the theme song of the series, which then topped various Chinese music portals. The song was deemed so popular that it won the Best Theme Song award.
3. Achieve the Peak of Success

Profile of Chinese Actress Yang Mi (credit: instagram/yangmimimi912)
In 2017, Yang Mi once again stole the spotlight with her role in the film RESET. Her performance earned her the Best Actress award at the WorldFest Houston International Festival and Best Action Movie Actress at the Jackie Chan Action Movie Week.
Following the success of that film, she starred in the series ETERNAL LOVE, which recorded over 50 billion views in China. This figure placed the series among the most popular shows of all time.
4. Building Her Own Agency
In 2012, Yang Mi founded her own agency called Jaywalk Studio in collaboration with H&R Century Pictures. This decision marked a significant step in her business career within the entertainment industry.
The agency represents various young actors and actresses who have developed through major projects. Yang Mi's role as the owner of the agency has made her known not only as an actress but also as an influential figure in talent management.
5. The Story of Relationships, Marriage, and Family

Profile of Chinese Actress Yang Mi (credit: instagram/yangmimimi912)
In early 2012, Yang Mi announced her relationship with Hong Kong actor and singer, Hawick Lau, through Weibo. The announcement garnered significant attention as the couple was often in the public eye.
On November 11, 2013, they announced their engagement and married in Bali on January 8, 2014. They were blessed with a daughter on June 1, 2014, before ultimately announcing their divorce on December 22, 2018, through Jaywalk Studio.
6. Questions About Yang Mi's Profile
Q: What makes Yang Mi one of the most popular actresses in China?
A: Her popularity is driven by her roles in major series such as PALACE and ETERNAL LOVE, as well as her achievements in winning various awards.
Q: What is Yang Mi's most internationally recognized film?
A: The film RESET is one of her widely recognized works for winning international awards.
Q: When did Yang Mi establish her own agency?
A: She established Jaywalk Studio in 2012.
Q: Who is Yang Mi's ex-husband?
A: She was married to actor-singer Hawick Lau.
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