Zhao Wei

Zhao Wei is a Chinese film actress and pop singer. She was born and raised in Wuhu, Anhui province, China on 12 March 1976. Audiences sometimes refer to her by her English name, Vicki Zhao. She is considered one of the "Four Young Dan actresses" in China, along with Xu Jinglei, Zhang Ziyi and Zhou Xun.

After being chosen to work as an extra on a filming set, Zhao Wei developed a passion for acting. While studying at Beijing Film Academy, Zhao participated in various film projects. Zhao's breakout role as a leading actress was in Princess Pearl, a television series. In 1999, after Princess Pearl was broadcast, Zhao also began a singing career with her first album, "Swallow".

Throughout her career, Zhao Wei has starred in many TV series like "Romance in the Rain" as Lu Yiping, a policewoman named An Xin in "Jade Goddess of Mercy", the playful Qu Ran in "A Time to Love", and the gentle, intelligent Yao Mulan in "Moment in Peking". She has also remained active in her music, recording several albums since her debut in 1999.

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