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Nicky Wu
吳奇隆
Nicky Wu with Canon camera on the streets of Paris 20120207.jpg
Nicky Wu in 2012
Born
Nicholas Wu Qilong

(1970-10-31) 31 October 1970 (age 54)
Alma mater Taiwan Provincial Junior College of Physical Education
Fu Jen Catholic University
Peking University
Occupation Actor, singer
Years active 1988–present
Spouse(s)
Ma Yashu
(m. 2006; div. 2009)
Cecilia Liu
(m. 2015)
Children 1 son
Musical career
Also known as Thunderbolt Tiger (霹靂虎)
Genres Mandopop
Instruments Vocals, guitar
Labels UFO (Taiwan)
Associated acts Xiao Hu Dui
Chinese name
Traditional Chinese 吳奇隆
Simplified Chinese 吴奇隆
Transcriptions
Standard Mandarin
Hanyu Pinyin Wú Qílóng
Yue: Cantonese
Jyutping Ng4 Kei4-lung4

Nicky Wu, born on October 31, 1970, is a famous singer, actor, and producer from Taiwan. He became well-known in 1988 as a member of a popular boy band called Little Tigers. After the band, he started a successful solo career. He is especially famous for his roles in TV shows like At the Threshold of an Era (1999) and Scarlet Heart (2011).

Nicky Wu's Career Journey

Starting as a Star

In 1988, Nicky Wu was discovered by a talent agency. He was setting up a small stall by the road to help his family. After an audition, he joined the boy band Little Tigers. In the group, he was given the fun nickname "Thunderbolt Tiger." The other members were Alec Su and Julian Chen.

The Little Tigers became very popular all over Asia. However, the group took a break in 1991 because Julian Chen had to do his military service. Nicky then started his own solo music career. Over the next five years, he released many albums in Mandarin and Cantonese. He also gained praise for his acting in the movie The Lovers (1994). The Little Tigers officially ended in 1995.

Returning to the Spotlight

Nicky Wu completed his own required military service in February 1997. He returned to the entertainment world in late 1998. He starred in the popular Hong Kong TV series At the Threshold of an Era (1999). After this, he focused mostly on acting in TV shows in mainland China. Some of these shows include Treasure Venture (2000) and Treasure Raiders (2002).

In February 2010, Nicky Wu and the other Little Tigers members reunited for a special performance. They sang together at the CCTV Spring Festival Gala, a huge TV event. Nicky became very popular again after starring in the TV series Scarlet Heart (2011). This role brought him a lot of new fans.

Nicky Wu's Family Life

Nicky Wu is the middle child in his family. He has an older brother named Wu Qizhan and a younger brother named Wu Qilin.

He married Chinese actress Ma Yashu in December 2006. They later divorced in August 2009.

In 2015, after dating for two years, Nicky married actress Cecilia Liu. Their wedding was held in Bali, Indonesia, on March 20, 2016. On April 27, 2019, Cecilia gave birth to their son, who they nicknamed BuBu.

Nicky Wu's Acting Roles

Movies

Nicky Wu has acted in many movies throughout his career. Here are some of them:

Year English Title Chinese Title Role
1990 Wandering Heroes 好小子之游侠儿 Xiao Long
1994 The Lovers 梁祝 Leung San-pak (Liang Shanbo)
1995 Young Policemen in Love 新扎師兄追女仔 (逃学战警) Suantou
1996 Forever Friends 號角響起 (四个不平凡的少年) Xiao Dingzhong
1999 My Heart Will Go On 还我情心 Leo
2006 A Battle of Wits 墨攻 Zi Tuan

Television Shows

Nicky Wu has also starred in many television series. Here are some of his notable roles:

Year English Title Chinese Title Role
1999 At the Threshold of an Era 創世紀 Joe Yip
2000 Treasure Venture 俠女闖天關 Shui Ruohan/Lin Xiaolong
2002 Treasure Raiders 蕭十一郎 Xiao Shiyilang
2003 Wesley 冒險王衛斯理 Wesley
2005 How Much Sorrow Do You Have 問君能有幾多愁 Li Yu
2011 Scarlet Heart 步步惊心 Yinzhen
2012 The Bride with White Hair 新白发魔女传 Zhuo Yihang
2014 Scarlet Heart 2 步步惊情 Yin Zheng
2015 Legend of Zu Mountain 蜀山战纪之剑侠传奇 Shangguan Jingwo/Lv Pao
2018 Mr. Nanny 月嫂先生 Shen Xinwei
2021 My Bargain Queen'- 我的砍价女王 Qin Hebo

Nicky Wu's Music Albums

Nicky Wu has released many music albums as a solo artist. Here are some of his studio albums:

Year English Title Chinese Title Language
1992 Wind Chaser 追风少年 Mandarin
1993 Chase after the Dreams 追梦 Mandarin
1994 A Future Out of Love 爱出个未来 Cantonese
1995 To Persist 坚持 Mandarin
1997 Hero 英雄 Mandarin
2016 Journey 旅程 Mandarin
2018 Different World 異世界 Mandarin

Awards and Achievements

Nicky Wu has received several awards for his work in entertainment.

Year Award Category Nominated work
2014 Chinese Opera Festival The Most Influential Actor himself
2017 18th Shanghai Television Festival Most Popular Actor Scarlet Heart

See also

Kids robot.svg In Spanish: Nicky Wu para niños

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