Early Life and Career
While the search results show information about a different Yang Ying, it does not show any information about Angelababy's early life and career. Angelababy, whose birth name is Yang Ying, was born in Shanghai, China, on February 28, 1989. She moved to Hong Kong at age 13 and began her career as a model at 14, signing with Style International Management. Her father ran a fashion business in Shanghai, and she developed an interest in fashion as a child. She later combined her English name, Angela, with the nickname "Baby" to create her stage name, Angelababy.
Rise to Success
Angelababy transitioned from modeling to acting, quickly gaining recognition. She was chosen as one of the "New Four Dan Actresses" in 2013 by Southern Metropolis Entertainment Weekly. In 2016, she won the Hundred Flowers Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role in the film "Mojin: The Lost Legend". She also became a cast member of the variety show "Keep Running" from 2014 to 2023. In 2021, she established her own personal studio. Her career has experienced periods of both success and, more recently, setbacks due to controversies.
Key Business Strategies and Philanthropy
Angelababy has been involved in several businesses, including a nail parlor, a cafe, and a lifestyle store. In 2015, she set up her own venture capital fund, AB Capital. She has also invested in several companies. In 2016, she entered the Hurun Philanthropy List and has been recognized for her philanthropic efforts. Along with her then-husband, Huang Xiaoming, she donated US$2.6 million to a charity program to help university graduates start a business or seek employment. They also donated to hospital relief efforts during the 2019–20 coronavirus pandemic.
Current Status
As of April 1, 2025, Yang Ying's net worth was $1.5 billion. She is a director of Xiamen Amoytop Biotech, a Chinese drugmaker that supplies recombinant protein drugs. Her husband, Lan Chun, is the chairman of the company.
