Personal details
Born:
- Birthday: 1979-09-13
- Born Place: Shanghai, China
Also Known As:
Yi Huang, 黃奕, Crystal Huang Yi, 黄奕, 黄若蔚, Betty Huang
Huang Yi
Huang Yi (黄奕), also known as Crystal Huang Yi, is a prominent Chinese actress and singer. Born on September 13, 1979, in Shanghai, China, she graduated from the TV Film Department of the Shanghai Institute of Oriental Culture.Huang Yi rose to fame in the early 2000s, becoming widely recognized for her roles in popular television series. Her breakthrough came with "Wrong Carriage, Right Groom" (2000), where her natural charm and performance captivated audiences. She further solidified her star status by portraying Xiaoyanzi in the highly popular "My Fair Princess III" (2003), taking over an iconic role.Throughout her career, Huang Yi has demonstrated a wide acting range across various genres in both television and film. Some of her notable film credits include "Drug War" (2012), "Overheard 2" (2011), "The Woman Knight of Mirror Lake" (2011), "The Legend Is Born: Ip Man" (2010), and "Overheard 3" (2014). She has also been a familiar face in numerous TV dramas.Beyond her acting, Huang Yi has also ventured into singing. Her career, however, has also seen public attention surrounding her personal life, including two high-profile divorces. Despite personal challenges, she has shown resilience, actively engaging in philanthropic work. She co-founded "Angel Baby," a charity dedicated to supporting children affected by burns and scalds, for which she has received recognition as a top philanthropist.Most recently, Huang Yi appears in the 2025 Chinese financial crime thriller "A Gilded Game," where she plays the ambitious Managing Director Helen Li, showcasing her ability to portray strong and complex characters.
