Personal details
Born:
- Birthday: 1985-05-22
- Born Place: Chaozhou, Guangdong, China
Also Known As:
Chrissie Chow, Chrissie Chau Sau-Na, Chow Sau-Loh, Sau-na Chow, Chrissie Chaw, Zhou Xiu-na, Zhou Xiuna, Xiuna Zhou, 周秀娜, クリッシー・チャウ, Chrissie Chau, Chau Sau-Na, کریسی چائو سائو-نا
Chrissie Chau
Chrissie Chau Sau-na (周秀娜), born on May 22, 1985, in Chaozhou, Guangdong, China, is a prominent Hong Kong actress and model. She gained widespread recognition after the release of her gravure photo albums in 2009 and 2010, which significantly boosted her public profile. Her acting career commenced with a role in the horror film Womb Ghosts (2009), and she has since featured in over 20 productions across Hong Kong, China, Taiwan, and Malaysia. Chau's early life in Hong Kong was modest; she migrated with her family at the age of 10 and worked in a fast-food restaurant at 15 to support them. Her entry into the entertainment industry began after winning the runner-up prize at the 2002 Comics Festival 'Game Girl' competition, leading to modeling opportunities and minor roles in films and TV shows. Throughout her career, Chau has received several accolades, including four "Most Searched Photos on Yahoo!" awards from 2009 to 2012, the "Yahoo! Entertainment Spotlight Person" in 2009, and the "Most Popular Actress Award" at the Yahoo Asia Buzz Awards. In 2011, she was honored with the "Award of Merit: Leading Actress" from The Accolade Competition for her performance in Beach Spike. In 2025, she starred in the action thriller Behind the Shadows, directed by Jonathan Li and Choy Man-yu, alongside Louis Koo and Liu Kuan-ting. The film, which began production in Kuala Lumpur in September 2023, was released theatrically in Hong Kong on June 12, 2025.. Beyond her acting career, Chau is known for her dedication to fitness and skincare. She enjoys activities like wakesurfing, snowboarding, and regular gym workouts. Her skincare regimen includes products from Sisley Paris, Clarins, and Shiseido, which she credits for her youthful appearance..
