1. Overview
Pets Tseng Pei-tzu (曾沛慈Zēng PèicíChinese) is a prominent Taiwanese singer and actress. Born in Taipei, she began her career in 2007 by participating in the singing competition program One Million Star, where she achieved sixth place. Her television debut came in 2009 with K.O.3an Guo, and she later gained significant recognition for her starring role in the 2012 drama series KO One Return. As a singer, Tseng signed with Linfair Records in 2014, releasing her debut album, I'm Pets, and has since released multiple studio and soundtrack albums. She is known for her contributions to Mandopop and her diverse acting roles across television and film. In 2022, she married Peter Sun, the guitarist of the Joshua Band.
2. Early life and background
Pets Tseng's formative years and the initial steps of her career laid the foundation for her later success in the entertainment industry.
2.1. Childhood and education
Tseng Pei-tzu was born on October 21, 1984, in Taipei, Taiwan. She pursued higher education at National Chung Cheng University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Administration.
2.2. Early career
Tseng's professional journey began in 2007 when she competed in the second season of the popular Taiwanese singing competition program One Million Star. She demonstrated her vocal talent throughout the competition, ultimately securing a sixth-place finish. Following her singing competition success, Tseng made her television acting debut in 2009, appearing in the series K.O.3an Guo. Her early acting career further developed when she took on a starring role in the drama series KO One Return in 2012, which helped establish her presence in the acting scene.
3. Major activities and achievements
Pets Tseng has made significant contributions to both the music and acting industries, marked by numerous album releases, television and film appearances, and critical recognition.
3.1. Music career
Tseng's music career officially began with a recording deal with Linfair Records in 2014, leading to the release of her debut album. She primarily performs Mandopop and is known for her vocals, piano, and guitar skills. She was signed to Linfair Records from 2014 to 2017, Comic Communication from 2009 to 2017, and AsiaMuse Entertainment from 2018 to the present.
3.1.1. Studio albums
Pets Tseng has released four studio albums, each contributing to her discography with unique themes and musical styles.
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| I'm Pets (我是曾沛慈Wǒ Shì Céng PèicíChinese) |
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|- | I Love You, Period! (我愛你 以上Wǒ Ài Nǐ YǐshàngChinese) |
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|- | Confession (謎之音Mí Zhī YīnChinese) |
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|- | Memorable Moments |
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| K.O.3an Guo (Original Soundtrack) (強辯之終極三國: 三團鼎立Super大鬥陣Qiáng Biàn Zhī Zhōngjí Sānguó: Sān Tuán Dǐnglì Super DàdòuzhènChinese) |
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|- | KO One Return (Original Soundtrack) (終極一班2 電視原聲帶Zhōngjí Yībān 2 Diànshì YuánshēngdàiChinese) |
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|- | Fabulous Boys (Original Television Drama Soundtrack) (原來是美男 電視原聲帶Yuánlái Shì Měinán Diànshì YuánshēngdàiChinese) |
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| Star Reunion 2 (星光二班線上數位專輯Xīngguāng Èr Bān Xiànshàng Shùwèi ZhuānjíChinese) |
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|- | One Million Star 2 - Top 10 Contestants Compilation (你們是我的星光 終極10強合輯Nǐmen Shì Wǒ De Xīngguāng Zhōngjí 10 Qiáng HéjíChinese) |
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| Year | Title | Album |
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| 2013 | "Bu Yao Zai Da Le" (不要再打了) (with Jeremy Ji) | Sleepingwalking |
| 2015 | "Wild Things" (放肆一下) (with Claire Kuo, Jin Wen Tseng and Fang Wu) | Wild Things - Single |
| 2016 | "If We Don't Belong Together" (我不是你該愛的那個人) | If We Don't Belong Together - Single |
3.2. Acting career
Tseng has established a versatile acting career across various media, including television series, films, and variety shows, taking on a range of roles from lead characters to cameos.
3.2.1. Television series
Tseng has appeared in numerous television series, often playing significant roles that contributed to her widespread popularity.
| Year | English title | Original title | Role | Notes |
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| 2009 | K.O.3an Guo | 終極三國Zhōngjí SānguóChinese | Sun Shang-xiang | |
| 2010 | Love Buffet | 愛似百匯Ài Shì BǎihuìChinese | Da Ye's senior | Cameo |
| 2011 | They Are Flying | 飛行少年Fēixíng ShàoniánChinese | Fu En-hui | |
| 2011 | Sunny Girl | 陽光天使Yángguāng TiānshǐChinese | Angela | Dubbing |
| 2012 | KO One Return | 終極一班2Zhōngjí Yībān 2Chinese | Lei Ting / King | |
| 2013 | KO One Re-act | 終極一班3Zhōngjí Yībān 3Chinese | Lei Ting / King / Yeh Yu-hsiang | |
| 2013 | Fabulous Boys | 原來是美男Yuánlái Shì MěinánChinese | Kao Mei-nan / Kao Mei-nu | Backing vocals |
| 2014 | The X-Dormitory | 終極X宿舍Zhōngjí X SùshèChinese | Lei Ting / King / Yeh Yu-hsiang | Cameo |
| 2014 | You Light Up My Star | 你照亮我星球Nǐ Zhàoliàng Wǒ XīngqiúChinese | Ai Ching | Cameo |
| 2014 | Angel 'N' Devil | 終極惡女Zhōngjí ÈnǚChinese | Chieh Kei | Cameo |
| 2015 | Moon River | 明若曉溪Míng Ruò XiǎoxīChinese | Ming Hsiao-hsi | |
| 2016 | Rock Records in Love - Look Over Here, Girl | 滾石愛情故事 - 對面的女孩看過來Gǔnshí Àiqíng Gùshì - Duìmiàn De Nǚhái KànguòláiChinese | Shen Wan-ni | |
| 2016 | KO ONE: RE-MEMBER | 終極一班4Zhōngjí Yībān 4Chinese | King / Sun Shang-hsiang / Yeh Yu-hsiang | |
| 2016 | Stand by Me | 在一起，就好Zài Yīqǐ, Jiù HǎoChinese | Han Hsiao-chi | |
| 2017 | K.O.3an Guo 2017 | 終極三國2017Zhōngjí Sānguó 2017Chinese | Lei Ting / King | Web series, cameo |
| 2018 | KO ONE: RE-CALL | 終極一班5Zhōngjí Yībān 5Chinese | Lei Ting / King | Web series, cameo |
| 2019 | The World Between Us | 我們與惡的距離Wǒmen Yǔ È De JùlíChinese | Ying Si-yueh | |
| 2019 | All is Well - Taiwan | 你那邊怎樣·我這邊OKNǐ Nàbiān Zěnyàng·Wǒ Zhèbiān OKChinese | Liu Wei-yun | |
| 2022 | Dear Adam | 親愛的亞當Qīn'ài De YàdāngChinese | Song Pin-wei | |
| TBA | Mr. Hito | 接招吧！製作人Jiēzhāo Ba! Zhìzuò RénChinese |
3.2.2. Film
Tseng's film appearances include a documentary where she portrayed herself.
| Year | English title | Original title | Role | Notes |
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| 2008 | Stars | 星光傳奇Xīngguāng ChuánqíChinese | Herself | Documentary |
3.2.3. Variety shows
Tseng has also participated in and hosted various television variety programs.
| Year | English title | Original title | Network | Notes |
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| 2012 | Apple E-News | 蘋果娛樂新聞Píngguǒ Yúlè XīnwénChinese | Next TV | Host (3 episodes) |
| 2014 | ShowBiz | 完全娛樂Wánquán YúlèChinese | SET Metro | Host (1 episode) |
3.2.4. Music video appearances
Tseng has appeared in music videos for other artists, showcasing her presence beyond her own musical releases.
| Year | Artist | Song title |
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| 2007 | Energy | "Xing Kong" |
| 2012 | SpeXial | "Gone Mad" |
| 2014 | R-Chord | "Never Let You Down" |
| 2014 | SpeXial | "Subtle Love" |
4. Published works
Pets Tseng has authored a book detailing aspects of her personal journey and experiences.
- Tseng, Pets (2013). Fen Lie = Wu Xian Ke Neng: Wo Hai Shi Wo, Zeng Pei Ci (分裂 = 無限可能: 我還是我, 曾沛慈Fēnliè = Wúxiàn Kěnéng: Wǒ Háishì Wǒ, Céng PèicíChinese). Taipei: Royal Road Books. ISBN 978-986-6010-78-1.
5. Awards and nominations
Throughout her career, Pets Tseng has received several awards and nominations recognizing her achievements in both music and acting.
| Year | Award | Category | Nominated work | Result |
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| 2008 | One Million Star (season 2) | - | - | 6th place |
| 2015 | 15th Global Chinese Music Awards | Top Twenty Hits | "Just Lose It (Hurt So Much)" | - |
| Most Popular New Artiste | I'm Pets | - | ||
| Top 5 Most Popular Female Artiste | - | |||
| 2016 | 11th KKBOX Music Awards | Top 10 Singers of the Year | - | |
| 2016 Hito Music Awards | Most Popular New Artist | - | ||
| 2018 | 2018 Hito Music Awards | Most Popular Female Singer | I Love You, Period! | - |
| Rising Act | - | |||
| Hito Popular Singer Campus | - | |||
| 2019 | 54th Golden Bell Awards | Best Supporting Actress in a Television Series | The World Between Us | - |
6. Personal life
In January 2022, Pets Tseng publicly announced her marriage to Peter Sun, who is a guitarist in the religious band Joshua Band. The couple had known each other for over 10 years and dated for more than one and a half years before their marriage.