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Qi Shu

Qi Shu - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

BornApril 16, 1976
Age49
BirthplaceXindian, Taipei County, Taiwan (now New Taipei City, Taiwan)
Zodiac SignAries - (see also Qi Shu's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese ZodiacDragon
GenerationGeneration X
Known ForStarring in films such as 'Millennium Mambo', 'Viva Erotica', 'The Transporter', and 'The Assassin'; awarded Best Actress at the Golden Horse Awards

Intro

Qi Shu, also known as Shu Qi, is a renowned Taiwanese actress and model who has built a prominent career in both Asian and international cinema. She is best known for her roles in films such as 'Millennium Mambo', 'Viva Erotica', 'The Transporter', and 'The Assassin'.

Early Life & Background

Shu Qi was born on April 16, 1976, in Xindian, Taipei County, Taiwan. She began her career as a model before transitioning into acting. Shu moved to Hong Kong in the mid-1990s to pursue more opportunities in the entertainment industry.

Career Highlights

  • Starred in the critically acclaimed film 'Millennium Mambo' directed by Hou Hsiao-hsien (2001).
  • Appeared in the international action film 'The Transporter' (2002) alongside Jason Statham.
  • Won Best Actress at the Golden Horse Awards for 'Three Times' (2005).
  • Acclaimed for her lead role in 'The Assassin' (2015), which earned her widespread recognition and multiple awards.

Trivia

  • Shu Qi was a jury member at the Cannes Film Festival in 2009.
  • She originally intended to become a hairdresser before being discovered as a model.
  • Shu Qi married Hong Kong actor-director Stephen Fung in 2016.

FAQs

People also ask

How old is Qi Shu?

Qi Shu is 49 years old.

When was Qi Shu born?

Qi Shu was born the 16 April 1976.

Where is Qi Shu from?

Xindian, Taipei County, Taiwan (now New Taipei City, Taiwan).

On Her Birth-Day

About April 16th, 1976, in brief:

  • Day of the week: April 16th, 1976 was a Friday
  • Zodiac Sign: Aries (in western zodiac), Dragon (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase:
  • #1 US song: Disco Lady by Johnnie Taylor
  • #1 UK song: Save Your Kisses For Me by Brotherhood Of Man
  • Popular movie: Rocky directed by John G. Avildsen

Check the link for more news and curiosities on April 16th, 1976.

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Sources

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shu_Qi
  2. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0796502/