1. Early Life and Background
Nguyễn Minh Tú was born on November 14, 1991. Details about her early life prior to her public career are limited, but she began her journey in the modeling industry in 2010.
2. Career
Nguyễn Minh Tú's career spans various facets of the entertainment and fashion industries, including extensive work as a model, participation in beauty pageants, numerous television appearances, and roles in acting.
2.1. Modeling Career
Minh Tú's modeling career began with local competitions and quickly expanded to international platforms, establishing her as a leading figure in Vietnamese fashion.
2.1.1. Vietnam Supermodel
Minh Tú first participated in the Vietnam Supermodel contest in 2010, reaching the Top 40. In 2011, she returned to the competition, advancing to the Top 20 finalists and earning the "Supermodel of Style" sub-award. Her persistence paid off in 2013 when she competed again in Vietnam Supermodel and secured one of the three silver prizes, sharing the honor with Phan Hà Phương and Trần Minh Trung. The winner of that year was Trần Ngọc Lan Khuê. Following her successes, she was invited to serve as a judge for Vietnam Supermodel 2015.
2.1.2. Asia's Next Top Model
A significant milestone in Minh Tú's career occurred in 2017 when she represented Vietnam in the fifth season of Asia's Next Top Model. She excelled in the competition, ultimately finishing in the Top 3 as a runner-up. This achievement marked the farthest a Vietnamese representative had advanced in the series, solidifying her status as a leading figure in the Vietnamese modeling industry after seven years of professional work. Her involvement with the franchise continued in 2018 when she accepted the role of an alumni mentor for the sixth season of Asia's Next Top Model.
2.1.3. International Fashion Weeks and Activities
Minh Tú has showcased her talent on international fashion stages. In May 2014, she participated in castings for Singapore Fashion Week and subsequently walked for a collection by designer Oscar de la Renta. Her international engagements also include appearances at New York Fashion Week in 2015 and various editions of Vietnam International Fashion Week.
2.1.4. Major Fashion Show Appearances
Minh Tú has been a prominent figure on numerous runways, often appearing as a "First Face" (opening model) or "Vedette" (closing model).
| Year | Position | Collection | Show | Designer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Model | Elise Kim Collection | Elle Fashion Show Fall/Winter 2012-2013 | Elise Kim |
| 2012 | First Face | I Dream | Thời trang và Đam mê | Chung Thanh Phong |
| 2013 | Vedette | Strong Girl | Thời trang và Đam mê | Thiên Toàn |
| 2013 | First Face | Love Paradise | Triển lãm tiệc cưới White Palace | Chung Thanh Phong |
| 2013 | First Face | La Niege | Special Collection Holiday 2013 | Chung Thanh Phong |
| 2013 | First Face | Bướm đêm | Her World | Chung Thanh Phong |
| 2013 | Vedette | Sói | Thời trang và Đam mê | Lưu Ngọc Kim Khanh |
| 2014 | First Face | Thanh Cong Collection | Thời trang và Đam mê | Tăng Thành Công |
| 2014 | First Face | Rin | Chung Thanh Phong Fall-Winter | Chung Thanh Phong |
| 2014 | First Face | Cat In The City | Vietnam International Fashion Week | Chung Thanh Phong |
| 2014 | Vedette | Singapore Fashion Week | Oscar De La Renta | |
| 2015 | First Face | Tinh tế hạt cà phê | Chung Thanh Phong Fashion Show | Chung Thanh Phong |
| 2015 | First Face | Nguyên bản | Vietnam International Fashion Week | Li Lam |
| 2015 | First Face | Angle ou Démon | Chung Thanh Phong Fall - Winter | Chung Thanh Phong |
| 2015 | Vedette | The Clara | Vietnam International Fashion Week | Ezra Santos |
| 2015 | Vedette | Cats D'amour | Thời trang và Nhân vật | Chung Thanh Phong |
| 2015 | Vedette | Æ'lkemi | Vietnam International Fashion Week | Alvin Fernandez |
| 2015 | Model | Ballerina | Elle Fashion Show | Lâm Gia Khang |
| 2016 | First Face | Resort | Lâm Gia Khang Fashion Show | Lâm Gia Khang |
| 2016 | Vedette | Infinite Dream | Yvy Moda Fashion Show | Nguyễn Thu Phương |
| 2016 | First Face | Love your body, be your self | Chung Thanh Phong Fall - Winter | Chung Thanh Phong |
| 2016 | First Face | Feeling | New York Fashion Week | Quỳnh Paris |
| 2016 | Vedette | Le Blanc | Chung Thanh Phong Bridal | Chung Thanh Phong |
| 2017 | Vedette | The Calla | Calla Luxury Show | Phương Linh |
| 2017 | Vedette | Đấu trường phong cách tréseme | Chung Thanh Phong | |
| 2017 | Vedette | Bóng hình | Soul Live Project | Trịnh Hoàng Diệu |
| 2017 | First Face | Self Portrait | Ivy Moda Fashion Show | Nguyễn Thu Phương |
| 2017 | First Face | She's a Goddess | Chung Thanh Phong Fashion Show | Chung Thanh Phong |
| 2018 | First Face | Citigym Collab | Thời trang và Cuộc sống | Nguyễn Tiến Truyển |
| 2018 | Vedette | Nàng Mây | Fashion Voyage | Chung Thanh Phong |
| 2018 | Vedette | Color Block | Asian Kids Fashion Show | Thanh Huỳnh |
| 2018 | Vedette | Phong | Chung Thanh Phong Pre Fall | Chung Thanh Phong |
| 2019 | Vedette | Cảm hứng Trung Đông | Vincent Đoàn Spring Summer | Vincent Đoàn |
| 2019 | Vedette | The Perennial | Thanh Huỳnh Winter Show | Thanh Huỳnh |
| 2019 | Vedette | Before Sunset | Fashion Voyage | Hà Nhật Tiến |
| 2019 | Vedette | Ocean's Sensation | Đỗ Long Fashion Show | Đỗ Long |
| 2019 | Vedette | Seen | Quỳnh Anh Shyn Fashion Show | Quỳnh Anh Shyn |
| 2019 | Vedette | Lãnh Mỹ A | Show diễn kỷ niệm 25 năm sự nghiệp | Võ Việt Chung |
| 2019 | Vedette | Zube Gyd | Asian Kids Fashion Week | Agied Derta & Hesti Zubaida |
| 2019 | First Face | Meuw Gene | Vietnam International Fashion Week | Chung Thanh Phong |
| 2019 | First Face | City Gym | Vietnam International Fashion Week | Wuan Phan |
| 2019 | Vedette | Feminism | Ly Qui Khanh Fashion Show | Lý Quí Khánh |
| 2019 | Vedette | Back to Nature | Đỗ Mạnh Cường Spring - Summer | Đỗ Mạnh Cường |
| 2020 | Vedette | Sắc Xuân | Phương Hồ Fashion Show | Phương Hồ |
| 2020 | Vedette | I'm Superstar | Chung Thanh Phong Spring -Summer | Chung Thanh Phong |
| 2020 | First Face | I'm Superstar | Chung Thanh Phong Spring -Summer | Chung Thanh Phong |
| 2020 | First Face | Kim Lang | Vietnam International Fashion Week | Minh Châu |
| 2020 | First Face | Vie actuelle à Saïgon | Vietnam International Fashion Week | Lê Long Dũng |
| 2020 | First Face | Đêm đông cuối cùng | Vietnam Runway Fashion Week | Lê Long Dũng |
| 2020 | Vedette | Đêm đông cuối cùng | Vietnam Runway Fashion Week | Lê Long Dũng |
| 2020 | Vedette | Dear My Princess | Chung Thanh Phong Bridal - Fashion Show Fre Fall | Chung Thanh Phong |
| 2020 | Vedette | Decos | Decos Bridal Fall | Nguyễn Phương Đông |
| 2020 | Vedette | The Mirage | Thanh Huỳnh Fashion Show | Thanh Huỳnh |
| 2020 | Vedette | CityGym | Vietnam International Fashion Festival | Hà Nhật Tiến |
| 2020 | First Face | Màu của tôi | Vietnam International Fashion Week | Nguyễn Công Trí |
| 2020 | First Face | SIXDO | - | Đỗ Mạnh Cường |
| 2021 | Vedette | Voyage Fashion 3 | Adrian Anh Tuấn | |
| 2021 | Vedette | IVY MODA | IVY Moda brand | |
| 2021 | Vedette | Miss Fitness | Rap Viet All Star Concert | Hà Nhật Tiến x Citygym |
| 2021 | Vedette | CTP NO.1 | Tiktok Fashup Gala Night | Chung Thanh Phong |
| 2021 | First face | SIXDO fall-winter fashion show 2021 | Đỗ Mạnh Cường | |
| 2022 | Vedette | Vùng trời bình yên | Homeland Resort 2022 | Vũ Ngọc & Sơn |
| 2022 | Vedette | Figure | Elle Fashion show 2022 | Cường Đàm |
| 2023 | Vedette | DDIX SAI GON | Hoàng Phạm | |
| 2023 | First Face | CTP NO.2 | Fashion Voyage | Chung Thanh Phong |
| 2023 | Model | Fashion Show SIXDO | Đỗ Mạnh Cường | |
| 2023 | Vedette | BE DISTINCT | Fashion Show | Quý Cao |
| 2023 | Vedette | Chạng Vạng | Fashion Show | Bình An |
| 2023 | First Face | RHYTHM | Fashion Show | Đỗ Long |
| 2023 | Vedette | Phương Đông Rực Rỡ 1 | Fashion Show | Vũ Ngọc & Sơn |
| 2023 | Vedette | Mộc | Vietnam International Fashion Festival | Đặng Ngọc Minh Châu |
| 2023 | First Face | Phương Đông Rực Rỡ 2 | Fashion Show | Vũ Ngọc & Sơn |
| 2023 | First Face | Trăng Là... | Fashion Show | Đinh Văn Thơ |
| 2023 | Vedette | Hồn Việt | Sắc màu Việt Nam | Đức Vincie |
| 2023 | Vedette | LE JARDIN | Bella Bridal | |
| 2024 | First Face | Hạnh Phúc | Fashion Show | Vũ Ngọc & Sơn |
2.2. Beauty Pageants
Minh Tú has actively participated in various national and international beauty pageants, earning titles and recognition.
2.2.1. Miss Supranational Vietnam
In 2018, Minh Tú was appointed as Miss Supranational Vietnam 2018, granting her the opportunity to represent her country on the international stage.
2.2.2. Miss Supranational
As Miss Supranational Vietnam 2018, Minh Tú competed at Miss Supranational 2018. She achieved a Top 10 finish and was awarded the title of Miss Supranational Asia 2018. Additionally, she received several sub-awards, including "Best National Costume," "Best Evening Performance," and "Top Model." She was also recognized with the "Missosologist's Choice" award.
2.2.3. Other Pageants
Beyond her notable achievements, Minh Tú also competed in the "Asian Young Model 2012" contest in South Korea. In 2018, she was selected to represent Vietnam at Timeless Beauty 2018 alongside H'Hen Niê, Nguyễn Phương Khánh, and Trần Tiểu Vy, where she placed in the Top 25 overall. She had also expressed an intention to compete in Miss Universe Vietnam 2017 but ultimately withdrew due to work commitments.
2.3. Television Activities
Minh Tú has an extensive presence in television, taking on roles as a mentor, judge, and appearing as a guest or main cast member on various reality and entertainment programs.
2.3.1. Mentor and Judge Roles
Minh Tú has frequently served as a mentor and judge in prominent modeling and beauty competitions. In 2017, after her success on Asia's Next Top Model, she became a coach for two Vietnamese reality TV shows: The Face Vietnam 2017, alongside Hoàng Thùy and Trần Ngọc Lan Khuê, and The Look Vietnam 2017, with Phạm Hương and Nguyễn Cao Kỳ Duyên. In 2019, she was a guest judge for episode 8 of the program I am Miss Universe Vietnam 2019 with runner-up Mâu Thủy. In 2020, she joined Miss International Queen Vietnam 2020 as a coach, alongside Hoàng Thùy and Kiều Loan, leading her team's contestant, Phùng Trương Trân Đài, to win the highest title. In 2021, she appeared on The Face Online by Vespa as a judge, leveraging her experience as a former mentor of The Face Vietnam 2017. In 2022, she took on the role of coach for Miss Fitness Vietnam - Miss Sports Vietnam 2022, alongside Nguyễn Cao Kỳ Duyên and Thúy Vân. The same year, she served as a judge for Miss Grand Vietnam 2022 with supermodel Anh Thư, and continued this role for Miss Grand Vietnam 2023 alongside Diễm My 9X. She is also slated to be a judge for a future season of Miss Supranational Vietnam.
2.3.2. Television Program Appearances
Minh Tú has appeared on a wide array of Vietnamese television shows, reality programs, and talk shows.
| Year | Program | Role | Broadcast on |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Vietnam Supermodel | Candidate | VTV3 |
| 2013 | Vietnam Supermodel | Candidate | VTV3 |
| 2016 | Bữa trưa vui vẻ | Guest | VTV6 |
| 2017 | Asia's Next Top Model | Candidate | Star World |
| The Face Vietnam | Mentor | VTV3 | |
| The Look Vietnam | Mentor | VIVA Shows | |
| Chuyện đêm muộn | Guest | VTV3 | |
| Cuộc sống thường ngày | Guest | VTV1 | |
| Sáng Phương Nam | Guest | VTV9 | |
| Vui sống mỗi ngày | Guest | VTV3 | |
| Showbiz 101 | Guest | VTC8 | |
| Chat cùng sao | Guest | Yan News | |
| Một tiếng kể hết | Guest | Afamily | |
| 2018 | Ơn giời cậu đây rồi! (Season 3 - Episode 6) | Guest | VTV3 |
| 7 Nụ cười Xuân (Season 1 - Episode 14) | Guest | HTV7 | |
| Asia's Next Top Model | Alumni Mentor | Fox Life | |
| Sao Hoả sao Kim (Episode 7) | Guest | HTV7 | |
| 2019 | Giọng ải giọng ai (Season 4 - Episode 12) | Guest | HTV7 |
| Tôi là Hoa hậu Hoàn vũ Việt Nam 2019 (Episode 8) | Mentor | VTV9 | |
| Thiên đường ẩm thực (Season 5 - Episode 7) | Guest | HTV7 | |
| Kỳ tài thách đấu (Season 3 - Episode 15) | Guest | HTV7 | |
| Người bí ẩn (Season 6 - Episode 12) | Guest | HTV7 | |
| 2020 | Đại Sứ Hoàn Mỹ | Mentor | YouTube |
| Thiên đường ẩm thực (Season 6 - Episode 5) | Guest | HTV7 | |
| Chị Em Chúng Mình (Episode 10) | Guest | VTV3 | |
| 2021 | 7 Nụ cười Xuân (Season 4 - Episode 10) | Guest | HTV7 |
| Miss Fitness Star Vietnam - Hoa khôi Ngôi sao Thể thao Việt Nam 2021 | Mentor | YouTube | |
| 2022 | Sao nhập ngũ 2022 | Main guest | ANTV |
| Người ấy là ai? (Season 4) | Fixed Advisor | HTV2 | |
| Miss World Vietnam - Người đẹp Thời trang | First Face/Guest Judge | VTV6 | |
| 2023 | Người ấy là ai? (Season 5) | Guest Advisor | HTV2 |
| Miss Grand Vietnam | Judge | ||
| 2 ngày 1 đêm (Festival Season, Season 2 - Episodes 25-26, 39-41) | Guest | HTV7 | |
| TBA | Miss Supranational Vietnam | Judge | TBA |
2.4. Acting Career
Minh Tú has expanded her artistic endeavors into acting, taking on roles in films, music videos, and television dramas.
2.4.1. Films
Minh Tú made her big screen debut in 2017 with a role in the film Người tình Made In Heaven, portraying the character Diễm Tình. In 2019, she took on her first main role in the film Miss Giang Ho, directed by Lương Mạnh Hải, where she played the dual roles of Lá and Mây. This role marked a significant step in her acting career. In 2021, she accepted an invitation from Vietnamese MC Trấn Thành to appear in the film Bố già as Trúc Nhàn, a female villain. Although her performance was considered satisfactory, it was noted as completing her role effectively. In 2022, she starred in Tiệm Tóc Bất Ổn as herself, Minh Tú.
2.4.2. Music Videos
Minh Tú has appeared in several music videos for various artists, contributing to their visual storytelling.
- "Xếp hình" (2016) by Tăng Nhật Tuệ
- "Tan vỡ" (2016) by Đàm Vĩnh Hưng
- "Late Night" (2014) by Andree ft. Rhymastic
- "Khỏe Đẹp Vì Ai" (2020) by Bảo Anh
- "Đừng gọi anh là anh trai" (2021) by Đàm Vĩnh Hưng
2.4.3. Drama and Web Drama
Her acting portfolio also includes roles in television dramas and web series.
- Mẹ ác ma cha thiên sứ (2021) as Tường Anh
- Cậu Út Cậu Con Cúc 2 (2023) as Mưu Tính (web drama)
2.5. Commercial Activities
Minh Tú's strong public image and influence have led to numerous commercial engagements, including serving as a brand ambassador and participating in various advertising campaigns.
2.5.1. Brand Ambassador
Minh Tú has been a brand ambassador for several prominent companies across different sectors.
| Year | Event / Campaign | Role | Field | Organization / Head |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | Hennessy Vietnam | Brand Ambassador | Food, Beverage | Jas Hennessy & Co |
| 2018 | HD Korea Clinic | Brand Ambassador | Aesthetics, Beauty | Nguyễn Hải Dương |
| 2019 | East-West Economic Corridor Cycling Journey | Image Ambassador | Culture, Politics | Homeland Group |
| 2019 | Nha khoa Kim | Brand Ambassador | Aesthetics, Beauty | Sử Duy Bin |
| 2020 | TRESemmé | Brand Ambassador | Cosmetics, Beauty | Godefroy |
2.5.2. Advertisements and Campaigns
She has also featured in various commercials and promotional campaigns.
| Year | Brand / Organization | Product / Campaign |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Junco | Junco Conditioner |
| 2018 | Vietjet | Vietjet Bikini Collection |
| 2019 | Adidas | 'Here to Create' |
| Citigym | '19 Citigym Advertisement | |
| Key to Success | ||
| IAM Cosmetics | IAM Lipsticks | |
| IAM Red Lipstick | ||
| TRESemmé | TRESemmé 'Spotlight Queen' | |
| TRESemmé 'Wear Your Hair First' | ||
| TRESemmé 'Power Your Presence' | ||
| TRESemmé Keratine Smooth | ||
| 2020 | VNG | PERFECT WORLD (Game Thế giới hoàn mỹ) |
3. Awards and Achievements
Minh Tú has received numerous awards and accolades throughout her career in modeling, acting, and television.
| Year | Award | Category | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | Elle Style Awards 2017 | Most Stylish Female Model of the Year | |
| WeChoice Awards 2017 | Artist with Outstanding Activities | ||
| 2018 | Ngôi sao của năm 2018 (Star of the Year 2018) | Fashion Star | |
| 2021 | Ngôi sao của năm 2020 (Star of the Year 2020) | Beauty Star | |
| 2023 | L'Officiel Vietnam | Women Of Fashion | |
| 2023 | TikTok Awards Vietnam | Celebrity of the Year |
Her key achievements include:
- Top 40 Vietnam Supermodel 2010
- Top 10 Vietnam Supermodel 2011
- Sub-award: "Supermodel of Style"
- Silver Prize Vietnam Supermodel 2013
- Runner-up Asia's Next Top Model 2017
- Miss Supranational Asia 2018 & Top 10 Miss Supranational 2018
- Sub-award: "Best Evening Performance"
- Sub-award: "Best National Costume"
- Sub-award: "Top Model"
- Sub-award: "Missosologist's Choice"
- Runner-up Sao nhập ngũ 2022
4. Personal Life
Minh Tú has been open about her personal relationships and sexual orientation. She previously dated rapper Andree, with their relationship beginning in 2018 before they separated in August 2019. She has publicly identified as bisexual. On April 13, 2024, Minh Tú married Christopher Schneiders, a German businessman, after an on-again, off-again relationship that spanned 11 years.
5. Media Presence
Throughout her modeling career, Minh Tú has graced the covers of 25 magazines, solidifying her prominent media presence.
| Year | Magazine | Month |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Đẹp | 02 |
| 2012 | Đẹp | 10 |
| Sành Điệu | 01 | |
| 2013 | Đẹp | 10 |
| Golf & Life | ||
| Thời Trang Trẻ | 09 | |
| 2014 | Đẹp | 03 |
| Golf & Life | 09 | |
| Sành Điệu | 07 | |
| 2014 | Đẹp | 09 |
| 2015 | F Magazine | |
| Heritage Fashion | 01-02 | |
| 2016 | Heritage Fashion | 10-11 |
| 2018 | Heritage Fashion | 12-01 |
| 2022 | L'Officiel Vietnam | 08 |
| 2023 | L'Officiel Vietnam | 10 (Digital) |