AngelaBaby
Biography
Angelababy, whose real name is Yang Ying, is a prominent Chinese model, actress, and singer, born in Shanghai. She hails from a diverse background, with a Shanghainese mother and a father of mixed German and Chinese heritage. Growing up in a family involved in fashion—her father owning a fashion business—she developed a passion for style at an early age.
At the age of 13, Angelababy relocated to Hong Kong, where she began her modeling career after signing with Style International Management at just 14. Fluent in several languages, including English, Mandarin, Shanghainese, Japanese, and Cantonese, she quickly became a fixture in the entertainment industry. Recognized as one of the "New Four Dan Actresses," she has made significant contributions to both modeling and acting.
Her personal life garnered public attention during her six-year relationship with actor Huang Xiao Ming, who is 11 years her senior. Their relationship remained private until revealed publicly in February 2014. The couple married on May 27, 2015, in a ceremony that became one of the most extravagant in China, costing approximately $31 million. They welcomed their son on January 17, 2017, but announced their divorce on January 28, 2022. Throughout her career, Angelababy has not only captivated audiences with her talent but also influenced the fashion industry significantly.
Filmography
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Rise of the Legend
2014 • Orchid
Short of Love
2009 • Angel
Tai Chi Hero
2012 • Chen Yu Niang
Black & White: The Dawn of Assault
2012 • Xu Dafu
Love O2O
2016 • Bei Weiwei / Luwei Weiwei
League of Gods
2016 • Blue Butterfly
Tai Chi Zero
2012 • Chen Yu Niang
Hitman: Agent 47
2015
All's Well, Ends Well 2011
2011
Young Detective Dee: Rise of the Sea Dragon
2013 • Yin Ruiji
See You Tomorrow
2016 • Xiao Yu
Independence Day: Resurgence
2016 • Rain Lao
You Are My Sunshine
2015 • He Yimei
Keep Running
2014 • MC