Daniel Wu Neh-Tsu is an accomplished actor and director who has gained recognition in both the Chinese and Hollywood film industries.
With an extensive filmography of more than 60 movies, he has been honored with the prestigious Golden Horse Award three times.
Additionally, he has showcased his talent in popular television shows such as “Into the Badlands” and “American Born Chinese”.
REAL FACTS ABOUT DANIEL WU
FULL NAME:Daniel Wu Neh-Tsu
DATE OF BIRTH:September 30, 1974
PLACE OF BIRTH:Berkeley, California
OCCUPATION: Actor
EARLY LIFE AND EDUCATION
Daniel Wu, born on September 30, 1974, in Berkeley, California, to Chinese immigrant parents, had a mother named Diana Wu who was a professor and a father named George Wu who was an engineer.
He grew up in Orinda, California, with his older sisters and developed a passion for acting and martial arts at a young age.
After attending the Head-Royce School in Oakland, California, he pursued a degree in architecture at the University of Oregon.
Wu’s parents supported his interest in Chinese culture and language, and he spent several summers in China, visiting relatives and learning Mandarin. Additionally, he trained in martial arts and achieved a black belt in wushu.
CAREER
Daniel Wu rose to prominence in 2000 when he starred in the film “City of Glass” directed by Mabel Cheung.
This marked the beginning of a successful streak for him, as he went on to appear in several hit movies such as “Purple Storm” (2000), “The Peeping” (2002), and “Night Corridor” (2003).
In 2006, Daniel Wu’s career reached new heights with his role in the critically acclaimed film “The Banquet” directed by Feng Xiaogang.
His portrayal of the prince earned him a nomination for Best Actor at the Hong Kong Film Awards.
Daniel Wu continued to diversify his filmography by appearing in various movies like “Protégé” (2007), “The Warlords” (2007), and “Overheard” (2009).
Additionally, he ventured into producing and established his own production company, Diversion Pictures, in 2008.
In 2015, he took on the lead role in the AMC television series “Into the Badlands,” which aired for three seasons.
In the show, he played the character of Sunny, a formidable warrior navigating a post-apocalyptic world.
PERSONAL LIFE
In 2010, Daniel Wu tied the knot with Lisa S., who is both a model and actress.
They have been blessed with two children, a son and a daughter.
Daniel is skilled in speaking English, Mandarin, and Cantonese languages.
Additionally, Wu holds the distinction of being one of the founding members of Diversion Pictures, a production company situated in Hong Kong.
This company has successfully produced numerous movies and TV shows.
