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Joanne Tseng
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![]() Joanne Tseng in 2019
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Born | Jianshi, Hsinchu, Taiwan
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17 November 1988 ||||||
Other names | Zeng Zhiqiao Chiao Chiao (喬喬) Qiao Qiao |
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Alma mater | National Taiwan University of Arts | ||||||
Occupation | Singer, actress, television host | ||||||
Years active | 2002-present | ||||||
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Labels | HIM International Music | ||||||
Associated acts | Sweety | ||||||
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Traditional Chinese | 曾之喬 | ||||||
Simplified Chinese | 曾之乔 | ||||||
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Joanne Tseng Chih-chiao (Chinese: 曾之喬) is a talented Taiwanese actress, singer, and television host. She was born on November 17, 1988. Joanne is well-known for her roles in many TV shows and for being part of the music duo Sweety.
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Early Life and Background
Growing Up in Taiwan
Joanne Tseng was born in Jianshi, Hsinchu, Taiwan. She has an older sister named Chih-ying. Both of her parents are teachers, which means they help educate others.
Family Heritage and Education
Joanne's family is part of the Atayal tribe. This is one of the many indigenous groups in Taiwan. She studied at the National Taiwan University of Arts. There, she earned a degree in Drama & Theater. Joanne is also very musical. She can play the piano, flute, and violin.
Personal Life
Marriage to Calvin Chen
Joanne Tseng is married to Taiwanese singer Calvin Chen. They announced their marriage on January 23, 2020. They had been in a relationship for ten years before getting married.
Career Highlights
Starting with Sweety
In 2002, when Joanne was just 14 years old, she formed a Mandopop music duo. She teamed up with Esther Liu to create the group called Sweety. They released their first music in 2003.
Sweety's Music and Hiatus
Sweety was active from 2003 to 2006. During this time, they released three studio albums. They also released two soundtracks for TV shows. The group went on a break in 2007. This happened because Esther Liu went to study in Paris. Joanne then started to focus on her solo career.
Acting and Solo Music
Besides singing, Joanne has also acted in many films and TV series. She has appeared in shows in both Taiwan and mainland China. She is currently signed with HIM International Music. In 2017, Joanne started her singing career again as a solo artist. This was eleven years after Sweety released their last album.
Filmography
Television Series Roles
Joanne Tseng has starred in many popular television series. Here are some of her roles:
Year | English title | Original title | Role | Notes |
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2004 | Top on the Forbidden City | 紫禁之巅 | Xiao-ying | |
2005 | Chinese Paladin | 仙劍奇俠傳 | Xiu-lan | Cameo |
2005 | Mr. Fighting | 格鬥天王 | Xiao-kui | |
2005 | The Doctor | 大熊醫師家 | Chiao Chiao | Cameo |
2006 | The Magicians of Love | 愛情魔髮師 | Bei Ruo-yi / Xiao-bei | |
2007 | The Sun's Daughter | 太陽的女兒 | Hu Yang-yue | Cameo |
2007 | Dreams Link | 又見一簾幽夢 | Liu Yu-shan | |
2007 | Mean Girl Ah Chu | 惡女阿楚 | Yin Chu-chu | |
2007 | Full Count | 愛情,兩好三壞 | Su Xiao-xue | |
2010 | Rogue President | 流氓校長 | Jiang Qing-mei | |
2011 | In Time with You | 我可能不會愛你 | Chen Ping-an | Cameo |
2011 | Pa Pa PK Show | 門當父不對 | Chen Li-jun | |
2012 | Ti Amo Chocolate | 愛上巧克力 | Hong Xi-en | |
2013 | True Love 365 | 求愛365 | Zhang Bi-ting | |
2013 | Our Love | 愛的創可貼 | Tang Shao-yin | |
2014-2015 | Dear Mom | 我的寶貝四千金 | Li Yi-wan | |
2015 | Be With You | 好想談戀愛 | Li Yi-wan | Cameo |
2015 | Love or Spend | 戀愛鄰距離 | Li Yi-wan | Cameo |
2015-2016 | Marry Me, or Not? | 必娶女人 | Amber Hao Sheng-nan | |
2016 | Refresh Man | 後菜鳥的燦爛時代 | Zhong Yu-tang | |
2017 | Attention, Love! | 稍息立正我愛你 | Chung Shao-hsi | |
2019 | All Is Well | 你那邊怎樣·我這邊OK | Fan Hsiao-ai | |
2021 | Rainless Love in a Godless Land | 無神之地不下雨 | Xie Tiandi |
Film Appearances
Joanne has also appeared in several movies:
Year | English title | Original title | Role | Notes |
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2004 | 20 30 40 | N/A | Lily's daughter | Cameo |
2012 | Fox Fairy | 狐仙 | Ying Ning | |
2019 | The Last Thieves | 聖人大盜 | Chen Hsi |
Variety Show Hosting
Joanne has also been a host on various TV variety shows:
Year | English title | Original title | Network | Notes |
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2005 | Crazy Arcade | 阿給大滿貫 | Azio TV | Host |
2005-2006 | Ultimate Victory | 齊天大勝 | TTV | Host |
2006 | Game Attack | 電玩特攻 | Star Chinese Channel | Host |
2006-2008 | Guess | 我猜我猜我猜猜猜 | CTV | Stand-in host |
2007-2011 | Delicious Food All Over the World | 美食大三通 | SET Metro | Guest host |
2011 | TVBS Hot News | TVBS哈新聞 | TVBS | Guest host |
2014 | University | 大學生了沒 | CTi Variety | Stand-in host |
2014 | iWalker | 愛玩客 | SET Metro | Guest host |
Music Video Appearances
She has also appeared in music videos for other artists:
Year | Artist | Song title |
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2004 | Queenie Lin | "Too Silly" |
2006 | Achel Chang | "Now Now" |
2012 | Abin Fang | "In My Arms" |
2014 | Calvin Chen | "How Has Love Been" |
2016 | Power Station | "Only You" |
Discography
Solo Extended Plays (EPs)
Joanne Tseng has released several Extended Plays (EPs) as a solo artist:
Title | Album details | Track listing |
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Light Up 亮了 |
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A Book Written in Denmark, in Solitude 一個人去丹麥寫一本書 |
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Awards and Nominations
Joanne Tseng has been recognized for her acting and performances with several awards and nominations:
Year | Award | Category | Nominated work | Result |
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2015 | Sanlih Drama Awards | Best Actress | Dear Mom | Nominated |
Best Screen Couple (with Melvin Sia) | Won | |||
Best Kiss (with Melvin Sia) | Nominated | |||
Best Selling S-Pop Magazine Award | Nominated | |||
2016 | 51st Golden Bell Awards | Best Supporting Actress | Marry Me, or Not? | Nominated |
Sanlih Drama Awards | Best Actress | Refresh Man | Nominated | |
Best Screen Couple (with Aaron Yan) | Nominated | |||
Best Kiss (with Aaron Yan) | Nominated |
See also
In Spanish: Joanne Tseng para niños