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Michelle Yeoh (born 6 August 1962) is a Malaysian actress, producer and former model. Yes ma’am! (1985), Police Story 3: Super Cop (1992), and Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon (2000) etched her name into film history.
In addition to action, Michelle Yeoh’s versatility is also fascinating in the film, such as Tomorrow is a new day (1997), Memoirs of a Geisha (2005), and the groundbreaking Crazy Rich Asians (2018), a film that earned her an Academy Award nomination.
Michelle Yeoh’s dazzling talent has won her numerous awards, including the BAFTA Award for Best Supporting Actress, the Golden Globe Award for Best Actress – Musical or Comedy, and the Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Actress in a Leading Role.
Malaysian actress
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| full name: | Michelle Yeoh Choo Kheng |
| stage name: | Michelle Yeoh |
| date of birth: | August 6, 1962 (age 61) |
| place of birth: | Ipoh, Malaysia |
| educate: | Royal Academy of Dance |
| Country of Citizenship: | Malaysia |
| high: | 1.63 m |
| parents: | Yang Jiande, Yang Zhenni |
| brothers and sisters: | ert Yeoh, Lam Hoe Yeoh |
| spouse: | Dickson Poon (married 1988–1991) |
| Boyfriend and partner: | Jean Todt (2004–) |
| children: | not applicable |
| Profession: | Actress • Television personality |
| net worth: | $40 million |
Early life and education
Michelle Yeoh was born in the charming city of Ipoh, Malaysia on 6 August 1962. She was born into a loving family and was raised by her homemaker father, Jenny Yeoh, and her enterprising businessman father, Ken Yeoh, along with two loving siblings, Robert Yeoh and Lin Ho Yeoh.
Michelle Yeoh has rich Chinese ancestry and speaks English, Malay and Cantonese with ease, a language dance that depicts the colorful journey of her upbringing.
The ethereal world of ballet has attracted Michelle Yeoh since she was a child, and she entered the famous Royal Academy of Dance in London. Although fate had other plans, she remained resilient and at the age of 15 went to the Hammond School in Chester to continue her ballet training.
Profession
Michelle Yeoh rose to fame in 1983 when she won the Miss Malaysia beauty pageant and represented Malaysia in the respected Miss World pageant. Although she did not win the title, her alluring qualities caught the attention of film producers, who cast her in a number of Hong Kong action films, such as Yes Ma’am (1985), Police Story 3: Super Cop (1992), and the timeless Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon (2000).
Michelle Yeoh’s versatility has been fully demonstrated in many films, including Memoirs of a Geisha (2005), This lady (2011), Crimson Peak (2015), and the groundbreaking Crazy Rich Asians (2018). She is known for her activism skills, beauty, and intelligence, and has become a respected advocate for human rights and social justice.
In 2021, Michelle Yeoh was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role in the film “Beauty at War”, and her star journey reached a new high. Crazy Rich Asiansbecoming the first Malaysian actress to receive this honor.
Michelle Yeoh’s illustrious career spans over 100 films, spanning action, comedy, drama and fantasy. From her beginnings as a ballerina to her rise to action star, Michelle Yeoh’s grace and talent shine through, making her a true inspiration in the film industry and beyond.
Awards and nominations
- Academy Award for Best Actress (2023)
- Golden Globe Award for Best Actress – Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy (2023)
- Screen Actors Guild Award for Best Actress (2023)
- Screen Actors Guild Award for Best Actor in a Motion Picture (2023)
- Satellite Award for Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy (2023)
- Saturn Award for Best Actress (2022)
- Asian Film Awards Best Actress (2001)
- Hong Kong Film Awards Best Actress (1993)
- Hundred Flowers Award for Best Actress (1993)
- Golden Horse Award for Best Actress (1992)
- Singapore Film Festival Best Actress Award (1993)
social media
- Facebook: Michelle Yeoh
- Instagram: @michelleyeoh_official
- Twitter: @michelleyeoh
- TikTok: @michelleyeoh
- YouTube: Michelle Yeoh
personal life
Michelle Yeoh was married to Hong Kong businessman Dickson Poon from 1988 to 1992. They had no children.
Michelle Yeoh has been dating Jean Todt, the former president of the International Automobile Federation (FIA), since 2004. The couple has no children. Michelle Yeoh herself does not have any children.
Filmography
Movie
- Yes, Ma’am! (1985)
- Royal Warriors (1986)
- The Magnificent Warrior (1987)
- Project A Part 2 (1987)
- Police Story 3: Super Cop (1992)
- Heroic Trio (1993)
- Tai Chi Master (1993)
- Wing Chun (1994)
- Tomorrow Never Dies (1997)
- Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon (2000)
- Memoirs of a Geisha (2005)
- Sunshine (2007)
- The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor (2008)
- Assassins Reign (2010)
- Kung Fu Panda 2 (2011)
- The Lady (2011)
- Star Trek Beyond (2016)
- Crazy Rich Asians(2018)
- Last Christmas(2019)
- Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings(2021)
- Everything Happens at Once (2022)
TV show
- The Tomorrow War (1982)
- The Master (1984)
- The Legend of the Condor Heroes (1983)
- Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils (1989)
- The Return of the Condor Heroes (1995)
- Star Trek: Discovery (2017-2020)
- The Witcher: Bloodborne (2022)
Upcoming Movies
- Avatar 3
- Evil Part 1
- Venice Haunted
- Avatar 5
- Avatar 4
- Electrical State
- Tiger’s Apprentice
net worth
Michelle Yeoh is a Malaysian actress with a net worth of $40 million. She is best known for her roles in action films such as Yes Ma’am (1985), Police Story 3: Super Cop (1992), and Heroic Trio (1993).
Michelle Yeoh has also starred in many Hollywood films, including Tomorrow is a new day (1997), Memoirs of a Geisha (2005), and Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 (2017).
