Personal details
Born:
- Birthday: 1988-11-11
- Born Place: Pingtung, Taiwan
Also Known As:
Bob Liu, Liu Guanting
Liu Kuan-ting
Liu Kuan-ting (Chinese: 劉冠廷; born November 11, 1988) is a highly acclaimed Taiwanese actor known for his versatile performances across various genres in both television and film. He graduated from the Department of Drama at the National Taiwan University of Arts.Liu Kuan-ting's career gained significant momentum in 2017 when he won the Golden Bell Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role in the hit drama series "A Boy Named Flora A." He continued to impress critics and audiences, achieving further recognition in 2019 by winning Best Supporting Actor at the 56th Golden Horse Awards for his powerful performance in the critically acclaimed film "A Sun." His success didn't stop there; in 2021, he became the first actor to achieve Taiwan's "triple-crown" of Best Supporting Actor Awards, adding wins at the Taipei Film Awards and another Golden Horse Award for his role in "Treat or Trick."His filmography showcases a diverse range of roles, from gritty characters in crime dramas to comedic and romantic leads. Some of his notable film credits include "My Missing Valentine" (2020), "The Silent Forest" (2020), "Classmates Minus" (2020), "The Falls" (2021), and "Old Fox" (2023). He has also made a name for himself in television series such as "Tears on Fire" (2021) and the HBO Asia series "Trinity of Shadows" (2021), where he played a rookie policeman.Liu Kuan-ting is admired for his dedication to his craft, meticulously researching and embodying each character he portrays. His ability to deliver impactful performances across a wide spectrum of emotions and roles has cemented his reputation as one of the strongest and most respected actors of his generation in Taiwan. He is also part of the cast for the 2025 Hong Kong crime thriller "Behind the Shadows," where he plays a homicide detective, Chen Heong Men. He married actress Sun Ke-fang in 2023.
