Cecilia Cheung - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | May 24, 1980 |
|---|---|
| Age | 45 |
| Birthplace | Hong Kong |
| Zodiac Sign | Gemini - (see also Cecilia Cheung's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Monkey |
| Generation | Generation X |
| Known For | Starring roles in Hong Kong films like 'King of Comedy,' 'Fly Me to Polaris,' and 'Lost in Time'; acclaimed singer in the Cantopop genre. |
Intro
Cecilia Cheung is a renowned Hong Kong actress and Cantopop singer, widely recognized for her performances in prominent films such as 'King of Comedy' and 'Lost in Time.' She is known for her versatility as an entertainer in the Hong Kong film and music industries.
Early Life & Background
Cecilia Cheung was born in Hong Kong on May 24, 1980. She is the daughter of David Cheung, a Chinese restaurateur, and Davies Shally, who is of half-Chinese and half-British descent. She studied in Australia during her teenage years before returning to Hong Kong to pursue a career in entertainment.
Career Highlights
- Breakout role in Stephen Chow's 'King of Comedy' (1999)
- Won Best Actress at the Hong Kong Film Awards for 'Lost in Time' (2003)
- Starred in popular films such as 'Fly Me to Polaris,' 'The Lion Roars,' and 'The Promise'
- Established a successful Cantopop singing career
Trivia
- Was involved in the high-profile 2008 Edison Chen photo scandal, which impacted her career but she resumed acting afterward.
- She is fluent in Cantonese, Mandarin, and English.
- Cheung has three sons.
FAQs
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On Her Birth-Day
About May 24th, 1980, in brief:
- Historical events: On May 24, 1980, the International Court of Justice (ICJ) ruled that Iran violated international law by holding U.S. embassy personnel hostage. The court ordered Iran to release the hostages and restore the embassy premises to the United States. Despite the ruling, Iran did not comply, and the hostages were not released until January 20, 1981.
- Day of the week: May 24th, 1980 was a Saturday
- Zodiac Sign: Gemini (in western zodiac), Monkey (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Call Me by Blondie
- #1 UK song: What's Another Year by Johnny Logan
- Popular movie: The Blues Brothers directed by John Landis
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