Mandy Wong

1.1. Birth, Childhood, and Family

Born on 21 December 1982, in British Hong Kong, Mandy Wong was raised in a single-parent household. She has an older sister, Cathy Wong, who was a former English language specialist at King's Glory Education Centre and now co-operates an English education center called UP to U Education with her husband. Her mother owns a cosmetics boutique named Promising Cosmetics in Wan Chai. Wong developed a strong fondness for dancing from her teenage years, and she also achieved Grade 8 certification in piano.

1.2. Education

Wong attended Cognitio College (Kowloon) for her secondary education. She continued her studies at The Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts, where she obtained a diploma in Dance in 2002, and later another diploma in Drama in 2007, specializing in performing arts. Prior to her acting career, Wong worked as a flight attendant for Cathay Pacific for three years.

2.1. Early Career and Breakthrough (2007-2011)

Wong started her journey in the entertainment industry by participating in the Miss Hong Kong 2007 beauty pageant, where she was a top five finalist. Following the pageant, she was offered an artiste contract by TVB in 2007. She then enrolled in and graduated from TVB's acting class in 2008. Her debut was an uncredited cameo appearance in the 2007 sitcom Best Selling Secrets.

After two years of minor supporting roles, Wong garnered public attention with her performance as So Fung-lin, the bespectacled younger sister of Myolie Wu's character, in the 2009 comedy drama A Chip Off the Old Block. Impressed by her portrayal, producer Poon Ka-tak cast her as Cheng Siu-man, the timid younger sister of Flora Chan's character in the 2010 romantic comedy drama Suspects in Love, a role that again drew attention from netizens. To prepare for this role, Wong studied Maggie Cheung's performance in Police Cadet '84. This collaboration marked a turning point, as she frequently worked with Poon Ka-tak thereafter, often securing major roles in his dramas. In 2011, she received her first nomination for the TVB Anniversary Award for Most Improved Female Artiste at the 2011 TVB Anniversary Awards.

2.2. Rise to Prominence (2012-2015)

In 2012, Wong's popularity surged following her role as Lau Siu-lan, the overbearing wife of Oscar Leung's character, in the family drama L'Escargot. Her performance earned widespread praise from netizens and led to her winning the My Favourite Most Promising Female Artiste award at the 2012 MY AOD Favourites Awards. She also received her first Best Supporting Actress nomination at the 2012 TVB Anniversary Awards, placing among the top two. In the critically acclaimed medical drama The Hippocratic Crush, Wong portrayed Hung Mei-suet, a medical intern, opposite Kenneth Ma and Tavia Yeung. She also took on the role of SDU member So Man-keung in Tiger Cubs and collaborated with veteran actresses Liza Wang and Gigi Wong in the comedy drama Divas in Distress. Her strong performances throughout 2012 culminated in her winning the TVB Anniversary Award for Most Improved Female Artiste at the 2012 TVB Anniversary Awards, solidifying her status as one of TVB's Next-Gen Fadans.

In 2013, Wong starred in the romance drama Always and Ever as the younger sister of Esther Kwan's character, which was her first villainous role. Her performance garnered public praise from the producer. She reprised her role as neurosurgeon Hung Mei-suet in the sequel The Hippocratic Crush II, earning her one of the Top 15 Favourite TVB Drama Characters awards at the 2013 TVB Star Awards Malaysia. In 2014, she continued as So Man-keung in the sequel Flying Tiger II, receiving her first nomination for TVB Anniversary Award for Most Popular Female Character at the 2014 TVB Anniversary Awards.

The year 2015 marked a significant step in her career as she secured her first female leading role in the crime drama The Fixer. This role earned her first Best Actress nomination at the 2015 TVB Anniversary Awards and another Top 16 Favourite TVB Drama Characters award at the 2015 TVB Star Awards Malaysia. In the same year, she made her debut in ancient drama with Captain of Destiny, portraying a courtesan.

2.3. Established Lead Actress (2016-present)

In 2016, Wong took on the first female lead role in the family drama Daddy Dearest. She then played Martha Fong, an astute lawyer, alongside veteran actors Alex Fong and Liu Kai Chi in the legal drama Law dis-Order. For this role, she won one of the Top 15 Favourite TVB Drama Characters awards at the 2016 TVB Star Awards Malaysia and one of My Favourite TVB Female Character awards at the 2016 StarHub TVB Awards, also being nominated among the top five for Favourite TVB Actress.

In 2017, Wong starred as the first female lead in two dramas. In the crime drama Nothing Special Force, she played a pregnant cause-of-death inspector, earning her another My Favourite TVB Female Character award at the 2017 StarHub TVB Awards. Later that year, she starred in the critically acclaimed supernatural drama The Exorcist's Meter, portraying both Chong Tsz-yeuk, a kind-hearted A&E doctor, and a devil named Salvia. Her performance as Dr. Chong placed her among the top five for the TVB Anniversary Award for Most Popular Female Character at the 2017 TVB Anniversary Awards. She was also nominated for Best Actress in the 2017 People's Choice TV Awards, where she ranked second.

The year 2018 was pivotal for Wong with her lead role in the legal comedy Threesome. She garnered critical acclaim for her portrayal of Evie Fong, a competitive barrister with dissociative identity disorder, and her two distinct alternate personalities, Piña Colada (wild) and Sau Mak Mak (pessimistic). To prepare, Wong conducted extensive research, watched films and television shows, and read books on the disorder. Her performance led to strong public support for her to win the TVB Anniversary Award for Best Actress. She became the first TVB artiste to be featured on the NASDAQ MarketSite at New York Times Square and was invited as a special guest at the 17th Miss Chinese Beauty Pageant 2018 Final in August. Her exceptional work in Threesome earned her Favourite TVB Actress awards in both Malaysia and Singapore at the 2018 TVB 51st Anniversary Gala. In her acceptance speech, Wong emphasized, "I still firmly believe, that one's effort may not necessarily be rewarded, but as long as we are willing to work hard, someone will see it." She was a strong contender for the Best Actress award at the 2018 TVB Anniversary Awards, ultimately placing among the top five in both Best Actress and Most Popular Female Character categories. Additionally, she won the 2018 People's Choice TV Awards for Best Actress and the 2018 Hong Kong Television Awards for Best Leading Actress in Drama Series, both determined by 100% audience and netizen votes.

In 2019, Wong starred as a passionate social worker, Mary Chu Ma-lei, in the comedy drama My Life As Loan Shark, collaborating with veterans Kent Cheng, Kingdom Yuen, and Maggie Shiu.

The year 2020 saw Wong as the first female lead in three dramas. She first starred in the crime drama Brutally Young, where her character's tragic experiences deeply affected her, requiring nearly half a year for her to emotionally withdraw from the role after filming. In the sequel The Exorcist's 2nd Meter, she reprised her role as Dr. Chong Tsz-yeuk and was particularly praised for her nuanced portrayal during a scene where Chong Tsz-yeuk's body was borrowed by the spirit of Beibei Na. This role earned her the Best Actress award in the hk01 Television Drama Awards, receiving over 400 votes from netizens. Later that year, Wong starred in the crime drama Line Walker: Bull Fight, playing Chief Inspector Cheung Kei-gee (Madam G), a police officer with savant syndrome and Asperger syndrome. Her profound portrayal of the character was highly praised. She was again a strong contender for the TVB Anniversary Award for Best Actress at the 2020 TVB Anniversary Awards, finishing among the top five.

In 2021, Wong starred in the crime thriller Murder Diary as SIP Yau Ngan-sing (Madam Sing), the "Number One" Explosive Ordnance Disposal Bureau officer. During filming, she had to wear a bomb suit weighing 80 lb ^{(80 lb)} and a 20 lb ^{(20 lb)} helmet. In the same year, she starred as the first female lead in The Line Watchers, playing Yan Kwan (Madam Kwan), a Chief Trade Control Officer in the Hong Kong Customs and Excise Department, once again paired with Benjamin Yuen. Her portrayal of a mother-to-be experiencing a miscarriage in this drama was highly praised by netizens. For this role, Wong was again among the top five nominees for the 2021 TVB Anniversary Award for Best Actress.

In 2023, Wong starred as the first female lead in the drama Secret Door, portraying Luna Cheung Sum-yuet. She described this as the most emotionally taxing character she had ever played, leading her to enroll in a short psychological course for preparation. Her performance was highly praised by producer Amy Wong, veteran actor Hugo Ng, and netizens, who widely recognized her acting skill.

2.4. Departure from TVB

On 1 December 2023, Mandy Wong officially announced her departure from TVB via social media, concluding her 16-year collaboration with the television station. She expressed gratitude for TVB's nurturing role in her career. She is currently managed by Supreme Art Entertainment. In 2024, Wong's farewell work at TVB, In Bed With A Stranger, where she played the first female lead Koo Ching-tin, was broadcast. The same year, she launched a live-selling project on her YouTube channel, focusing on themes of dream pursuit, courage, and emotional upliftment, aiming to spread positive energy.

3.1. Television Dramas

3.2. Films

3.3. Stage Plays

4.1. Variety Shows and Hosting

Mandy Wong has actively participated in and hosted various television programs and reality shows, showcasing her versatility beyond acting. In 2017, she filmed the travel show The Sisterhood Traveling Gang in Australia alongside her close friends Myolie Wu, Nancy Wu, Paisley Wu, Elaine Yiu, and Selena Lee.

In 2019, Wong hosted her first reality TV show, Dancing For a Reason, filmed in Seoul, South Korea. For the show, she intensively trained to become a K-pop girl group member. Despite falling ill and requiring brief hospitalization due to the demanding schedule and lack of rest, she was praised by viewers for her dedication and earnestness.

Wong has also made numerous guest appearances on various TVB shows, including Infolink (2007, fixed outdoor host), Scoop (2009, fixed outdoor host), Love Academy (2010), All Things Girl 2 (2011), Local Business 2 (2011), Big Fun Canton (2011), The Green Room (multiple episodes, 2012-2020), TV Funny (2012), TVB Most Popular TV Commercial Awards (2012), Super Trio Maximus (2013), Summer Stars Gone Wild (2013), Reigning Cats and Dogs (2013), Eating Well With Madam Wong (2013), Neighborhood Ghost Stories (2014), Street Sorcerers 2 (2014), Sweet Corner (2014-2015), Wellness On The Go (2014), Sze U Tonight (2015), Feastival a la Stars (2015), Midnight Munchies (2015), World's Great Parties (2015), The Million Dollar Minute (2015), Smarty Pants (2015), Chow HK Block to Block (2016), Big Boys Club (multiple episodes, 2016-2019), Neighborhood Gourmet 4 (2017), Chef Minor (2017), EYT Anniversary Edition (2017), Tung Wah Charity Show (2017, 2019), Yan Chai Charity Show (2018), Do Did Eat (multiple episodes, 2018-2020), Cooking Beauties (2018), Sir Ben Prop. Guide (2018), Big Big Little Star (2018-2019), Liza's Online (multiple episodes, 2019-2020), Cantopop At 50 (2019), Neighborhood Treasures (2020-2021), The PakhoBen Outdoor Show (2020), Fortune Show (2021), Oppa's Cuisine (2021), Have A Big Laugh (2021), Game Of Valuers (2022), Super Trio Returns (2022), One From The Heart 2022 (2022), Guru Coffee Tour (2022), Super Trio Ladies First Thanks Festival (2023). She also appeared in the 2024 series Seeking Another Me in the World (Taiwan chapter).

5.1. Relationships and Friendships

Wong is known for her strong bonds within the Hong Kong entertainment industry. She is best friends with Myolie Wu, Nancy Wu, Paisley Wu, Elaine Yiu, and Selena Lee. Together, they formed a prominent friendship group known as 胡說八道會_{Nonsense Club}^Chinese, sharing common interests and providing mutual encouragement. They filmed the travel show The Sisterhood Traveling Gang together. Another close friend is Candice Chiu, whom Wong refers to as her "soul sister," due to their shared experiences of participating in Miss Hong Kong 2007 and graduating from the same TVB acting class.

Wong is also good friends with her colleagues from various television dramas, including Benjamin Yuen, Kenneth Ma, Joel Chan, Vincent Wong, Him Law, Lokyi Lai, Shaun Tam, Ali Lee, Venus Wong, Yoyo Chen, and Nicholas Yuen. Additionally, she formed the friendship group 降魔的偷跳小隊_{The Exorcist's Meter's Hidden Team}^Chinese with her The Exorcist's Meter co-actors Hubert Wu and Anthony Ho.

Due to their common interest in long-distance running, Wong, along with Benjamin Yuen, Joel Chan, Brian Tse, Jack Wu, Nancy Wu, Paisley Wu, Elaine Yiu, and Selena Lee, formed the group Crazy Runner. This group was featured in the TVB documentary series ''Shall We Run'', which documented their running journeys.

5.2. Marriage

Mandy Wong's long-term partner is Anthony Jim, a C-level executive at TSL Jewellery Ltd. They began dating in 2012. On 5 October 2023, Wong publicly announced their marriage via social media. The couple had a destination wedding in New Zealand in early 2023, where they completed their marriage rituals. In her announcement, Wong wrote, "I always believed I'm a very lucky girl. I grew up in a warm and loving environment, and have always been surrounded by people who cherished me. I'm thankful for you," including the hashtag #WeAreMarried.

5.3. Business Ventures

In mid-March 2023, Mandy Wong, along with her family, launched an online store named "MAJOR C," which primarily sells Japanese and Korean fashion items. Her mother also operates a cosmetics boutique in Wan Chai.

6.1. TVB Anniversary Awards

6.2. MY AOD Favourites Awards

6.3. TVB Star Awards Malaysia

The MY AOD Favourites Awards were rebranded as TVB Star Awards Malaysia.

6.4. StarHub TVB Awards

6.5. Next TV Awards

6.6. People's Choice Television Awards

6.7. Hong Kong Television Awards

6.8. hk01 Television Drama Awards

6.9. Hong Kong Drama Awards