Li Bingbing is a Chinese actress who received critical acclaim for her performance in Seventeen Years.
She has achieved widespread success with acclaimed films such as A World Without Thieves, The Knot, Forbidden City, The Message, Detective Dee and The Mystery of the Phantom.
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- Full name: Li Bingbing
- Stage name: Li Bingbing
- Date of birth: February 27, 1973
- Age: 51 years old
- Place of birth: China, Harbin, Wuchang
- Nationality: Chinese
- Occupation: Chinese actress.
- Height: 1.65m
- Parents: Zhang Chuanmei, Fan Tao
- Brothers and sisters: Li Xue
- Partner: Xu Wennan (2019-2023)
- Children: unknown
- Relationship: Single
- Net worth: $80 million
early life and education
Li Bingbing was born on February 27, 1973 in Wuchang, Heilongjiang, China, to Zhang Chuanmei and Fan Tao. She has a sister named Li Xue.
At the age of 16, Li Bingbing was admitted to Jixi Normal School of Heilongjiang University of Technology. After completing her studies there in 1992, she served as a trainee music teacher in a primary school in Harbin for a year.
In 1993, in order to pursue her passion for acting, Li Bingbing was admitted to the famous Shanghai Theater Academy, where she began formal artistic training. This marked the beginning of her career in the entertainment industry. Li is Han Chinese and her religious beliefs are kept secret.
Profession
Li Bingbing debuted in 1999 and received critical acclaim for her role in Zhang Yuan’s “Seventeen Years of Yuan”. In this drama, she created a complex character and won her the Best Actress Award at the 13th Singapore International Film Festival, an honor she shared with actress Liu Lin.
Unfortunately, despite this recognition, the film went largely unnoticed in China due to domestic bans. However, her early exposure in the film industry laid the foundation for her rise to fame. Her breakthrough as an actress came in film and television, and she began to build her reputation.
In 2001, Li gained further attention after starring in the popular TV series “Young Master Bao Qingtian”. Her performance in the historical drama made her a household name in China and opened the door to future television roles.
In the following years, Li Na starred in many martial arts TV series such as “Tai Chi Prodigy” and “The Eight Heroes”, establishing her status as an action actor. This career period earned her the label as a skilled performer of martial arts and action roles, a trait that would accompany her later in her film career.
In 2004, Li Na made a breakthrough in the film field with her performance in “A World Without Thieves” directed by Feng Xiaogang. Her performance in the heist film earned her a Hundred Flowers Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress, marking a major achievement in her film career.
The film’s success cemented her status as one of China’s top actresses, attracting more high-profile roles in the Chinese and international film industry. This led to her working on several other major productions, including Tsui Hark’s action-suspense film Detective Dee: The Legend of Naruto (2010).
In 2011, Li Na took an important step into the international film scene with her first English-language film “Snowflakes and the Secret Fan,” directed by Wayne Wang.
The film, based on Shri Lisa’s 2005 novel, premiered at the Cannes Film Festival and marked Lee’s debut on the international stage. That same year, she played Ada Wong in Resident Evil: Retribution, further raising her profile in Hollywood.
Her success continued with prominent roles in films such as Transformers: Age of Extinction (2014), significantly raising her international profile. Li’s work in Hollywood has cemented her success outside of China, demonstrating her versatility and global appeal.
In addition to her acting career, Li Bingbing is also known for her philanthropy. She founded LOVE, a charitable organization that promotes active and environmentally responsible lifestyles. Her environmental and philanthropic efforts have earned her the title of World Wildlife Organization’s “Most Influential Global Ambassador.”
Awards and nominations
Li Bingbing has received numerous awards and nominations throughout her career.
Awards:
- Hundred Flowers Award for Best Actress: Won for “The Knot” (2008)
- Golden Horse Award for Best Actress: won for “The News” (2009)
- Huabiao Award for Best Actress: “The Knot” (2007)
Nomination:
- Hundred Flowers Award for Best Supporting Actress: Nominated for “A World Without Thieves” (2004)
- Golden Rooster Award for Best Actress: Nominated for “Waiting Alone” (2004)
social media
- Instagram account: @libingbing
- Facebook account: Li Bingbing
- Twitter account: @libingbing
personal life
Li Bingbing is currently single. She previously had a four-year relationship with investment banker Xu Wennan, but the two ended their relationship in March 2023.
Li Na said that she is not interested in getting married and having children at this stage and is focusing on her career and personal growth.
film chronology
- Megalodon(2018)
- Transformers: Age of Extinction (2014)
- Resident Evil: Retribution (2012)
- Resident Evil: The Final Chapter (2016)
- Forbidden Kingdom(2008)
- News(2009)
- Detective Dee: The Mystery of the Phantom (2010)
- Snowflakes and the Secret Fan(2011)
- 1911 (2011)
- Zhong Kui: The Snow Girl and the Black Crystal (2015)
- I do (2012)
- A World Without Thieves(2004)
- Seventeen Years (1999)
- Ordinary Heroes(2022)
net worth
Li Bingbing is a famous Chinese actress and producer with an estimated net worth of $80 million as of 2024. Her wealth comes primarily from her successful career in Chinese and Hollywood films, with prominent roles in films such as Resident Evil: Retribution and Transformers: Age of Extinction.
In addition to her acting career, Li Na also earns considerable income through brand endorsements and has collaborated with luxury brands such as Gucci and L’Oréal. She also generates income through her business ventures, including her film production company.
