Jackson Yee facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Jackson Yee
易烊千玺
Yee in 2019
Born	Yi Yangqianxi (2000-11-28) 28 November 2000 (age 24) Huaihua, Hunan, China
Alma mater	The Central Academy of Drama
Occupation	Singer Actor Dancer
Musical career
Genres	Mandopop Dance Street dance
Instruments	Drums Bass guitar
Years active	2005–present
Labels	Time Fengjun Entertainment (2013–) Jackson Yee Studio (2017–) Beijing Jiumude Culture Media Center (2018–)
Chinese name
Traditional Chinese	易烊千璽
Simplified Chinese	易烊千玺
Transcriptions Standard Mandarin Hanyu Pinyin Yì Yángqiānxǐ

Jackson Yee (simplified Chinese: 易烊千玺; traditional Chinese: 易烊千璽; pinyin: Yì Yángqiānxǐ; born on November 28, 2000) is a famous Chinese actor, singer, and dancer. He became well-known as a member of the Chinese boy band TFBoys starting in 2013.

His song, Li Sao (The Lament), was named "Mandarin Song of the Year" in 2017. Jackson Yee has also been highly praised for his acting in movies like Better Days (2019) and A Little Red Flower (2020). He also starred in TV shows such as The Longest Day in Chang'an (2019).

Jackson Yee was ranked among the top celebrities in China by Forbes. He was eighth in 2019 and then first in both 2020 and 2021. Many people in China see him as one of the most valuable stars.

Jackson Yee's Career Journey

Early Career and Fashion Youngster (2005–2013)

Jackson Yee started his career as a child star. From 2005 to 2008, he appeared in many TV shows. In 2009, he joined a Chinese idol group called Fashion Youngsters. He left this group in 2011.

In 2010, Jackson Yee acted for the first time in the TV series Iron Pear. In 2012, he joined a talent show called Up Young. Even though he didn't win, he caught the eye of TF Entertainment. Before joining TFBoys, he released his first solo song, "Dream Skyscraper".

Joining TFBoys and Solo Work (2013–2016)

Jackson Yee officially became a member of TFBoys in August 2013. In 2015, he lent his voice to the main character in the Chinese version of the animated movie The Little Prince.

In July 2016, he acted in a fantasy TV series called Noble Aspirations. He played a fox demon in the show. In November, he released his second solo song, "You Say". He also joined the cast of the variety show Let Go of My Baby.

Becoming a Mainstream Star (2017–Present)

In January 2017, Jackson Yee voiced a character in the animated movie GG Bond: Guarding. He also played a younger version of the main character in the historical drama Song of Phoenix. He sang his own version of Li Sao for the drama's soundtrack.

In September 2017, Jackson Yee started his own company for his solo projects. In November, he released his first English song, "Nothing to Lose". He also helped write the lyrics for this song. Soon after, he released another song called "Unpredictable". Both songs did very well on music charts.

In 2018, Jackson Yee became a captain on the dance show Street Dance of China. He was invited to the 60th Grammy Award Ceremony in New York. He was the youngest Chinese musician ever officially invited to this event. That same year, he was accepted into Beijing's famous Central Academy of Drama. He got the highest scores on his entrance exams. He also performed at the closing ceremony of the 2018 Asian Games. This was to promote the upcoming Hangzhou Asian Games.

In 2019, Jackson Yee starred in the movie Better Days. His acting in this film won him the Best New Performer Award at the 39th Hong Kong Film Awards. He also starred in the historical drama The Longest Day in Chang'an. On December 22, 2019, he held his first solo concert in Shanghai, China.

In 2020, he starred in the action drama Forward Forever. In November 2020, he released a cover album called Backseat Theater. His second movie, A Little Red Flower, came out on December 31, 2020.

In 2021, Jackson Yee's war film, The Battle at Lake Changjin, was released. It became the highest-grossing film of all time in China. He also appeared in a short film promoting the Beijing Winter Olympic Torch Relay. The next year, he starred in the sequel, The Battle at Lake Changjin II.

In January 2023, Jackson Yee starred in the movie Full River Red, directed by Zhang Yimou. This movie also became one of the highest-grossing films in mainland China. In April 2023, Madame Tussauds Hong Kong and Shanghai unveiled two new wax figures of him. He is the first person born in the 2000s to have three different wax figures at Madame Tussauds.

In January 2024, Jackson Yee became a member of the Chinese Film Association Council. This made him the youngest member. In June 2024, he was named the first Olympic™️ Friend in China. He will help promote the Olympic Values and the Paris 2024 games in his home country.

Other Activities

Helping Others (Philanthropy)

Jackson Yee is very active in charity work. In June 2017, the World Health Organization chose him as a Tobacco Control Champion in China.

In September 2017, he asked people to protect historical sites. He became an ambassador for the Great Wall Charity Campaign. In November 2017, he spoke at the World Health Organization in Geneva. He asked for an end to AIDS discrimination. He was then named WHO China Special Envoy For Health. He also supports a program that helps children in rural areas whose parents work in big cities.

At his birthday concert in November 2017, he started the Jackson Yee Fund. This fund helps children in rural areas whose parents have moved away for work. In 2019, he represented China at the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) Youth Forum. He encouraged young people to live active and healthy lives. In November 2019, he became the China Forest Fire Management Charity Ambassador. In July 2021, he donated money to help with flood damage in Henan.

Brand Deals (Endorsements)

Jackson Yee works with many big brands. On July 28, 2021, he became the Nescafé brand ambassador.

Fashion World

Jackson Yee is also a big name in fashion. On April 5, 2021, Armani beauty made him its global makeup and skincare ambassador. He had already been an ambassador for Giorgio Armani makeup in China since January 2020. He also became an Emporio Armani global ambassador in August 2020. On January 19, 2022, Armani beauty made him its Giorgio Armani Global Beauty Ambassador.

On April 16, 2021, he became a global ambassador for Tiffany & Co. His work with the brand in China had already led to a lot of fan growth. On November 1, 2022, he was named the global ambassador for Jaeger-LeCoultre, a luxury watch brand. In June 2024, he became the global brand ambassador for Lindberg eyewear. In August 2024, he was named the Golden Goose global brand ambassador.

Music

• Temperature Curve (2019)
• Back Seat Theater (2020)
• Liu Yanfen (2023)

Movies and TV Shows

Movies

TV Series

Web Series

Variety Shows

Short Films

Music Video Appearances

Awards and Recognitions

Forbes Rankings

See also

In Spanish: Jackson Yee para niños