Yang Mi entered showbiz at a very young age, when she was just three years old. That year, the historical drama Tang Ming Huang marked her screen debut, launching what would become a long and successful acting career.
Although the drama might have faded from public memory after nearly four decades, a former co-star has unexpectedly shared rare behind-the-scenes photos of Yang Mi. The actor, who is four years older than her, reportedly considered sharing his memories and photographs of the actress for some time. After realizing there was nothing negative about the story, he decided to post them, receiving an enthusiastic response from netizens.
He explained that he was seven years old at the time, while Yang Mi was only three, making them the two youngest actors on the set of Tang Ming Huang. “I was seven that year, and she was three. Although we didn’t have any scenes together, we were the two youngest children on set, so we stuck together every day. From the props, such as the royal throne, to the miniature palace sets, we climbed up and down and played everywhere without ever getting bored. I think my filming schedule finished first, so after wrapping up, she and I took a commemorative photo with the director. As for the picture of us with Uncle Liu Wei, it was taken outside the dressing room. He thought the two of us playing together looked so adorable that he pulled us over for a photo. Before we knew it, more than 30 years had passed. Looking back at those old pictures brings back an entire world of childhood memories…” the former co-star shared.
After the drama wrapped, the actor stopped appearing in films and never pursued a career in showbiz, choosing instead to live an ordinary life. Yang Mi, meanwhile, continued acting, becoming a promising child star before eventually growing into one of the biggest names in the Chinese entertainment industry.
What particularly amazed netizens were the rare childhood photos of the actress, who is now 40 years old. At just three, Yang Mi already had delicate, well-defined features and the doll-like beauty that would later become one of her trademarks. Her expressions and gestures were so adorable that fans could hardly contain their affection. Even more remarkably, many of her charming facial features appear to have remained unchanged to this day.
Yang Mi is one of the most prominent actresses in Chinese entertainment, known for starring in numerous hit television dramas and for her influence in fashion and advertising. Born on September 12, 1986, in Beijing, China, she graduated from the Beijing Film Academy. With her captivating beauty, modern fashion sense, and strong work ethic, Yang Mi has carved out a distinctive place for herself in the Chinese entertainment industry and become a familiar face to audiences across Asia.
Yang Mi began her acting career as a child, appearing in film and television projects from 1990 onward. However, she gained widespread recognition for playing Guo Xiang in the 2006 television series The Return of the Condor Heroes. She subsequently impressed audiences as Xue Jian in Chinese Paladin 3 (2009). A major turning point came in 2011, when she starred as Luo Qingchuan in the time-travel historical drama Palace. The show’s success propelled her to fame and opened up numerous opportunities in both film and television.
In the years that followed, Yang Mi continued to appear in notable productions, including Swords of Legends (2014), Eternal Love (2017), and Legend of Fuyao (2018). In particular, her portrayal of Bai Qian in Eternal Love helped cement her popularity, thanks to a character who was strong and independent while also emotionally complex.
Beyond acting, Yang Mi has also ventured into film production and business within the entertainment industry. She is equally recognized for her fashion choices, regularly attending major fashion events and serving as an ambassador for numerous brands. Although her acting has occasionally attracted mixed reviews, she has maintained her popularity through hard work, an ability to understand audience tastes, and a willingness to reinvent herself at different stages of her career.
In her personal life, Yang Mi was previously married to actor Hawick Lau, and their relationship attracted considerable public attention. The couple went public with their romance in 2012, married in Bali, Indonesia, in January 2014, and welcomed a daughter, whom the media often refers to by the nickname Little Sticky Rice. In December 2018, they announced their divorce, stating that they would continue to raise their daughter together. Following the end of her marriage, Yang Mi devoted more attention to her career, continued taking on new acting projects, and cultivated the image of an independent woman who takes charge of her own life.
Sources: kenh14