| Karen Mok mini-bio: Born in Hong Kong of Welsh, Chinese and Persian descent, Karen Mok is an actress and singer who has enjoyed phenomenal success in Asia since making her debut in 1993. A winner of the Hong Kong Outstanding Students Award, Karen, who speaks five languages (English, Cantonese, Mandarin, French and Italian), also won a two-year scholarship to complete her secondary studies at the United World College in Italy. She then went on to read Italian Literature at London University before returning to Hong Kong to embark on a career in entertainment. Internationally recognized, the award-winning actress has appeared in nearly 40 films including SHAOLIN SOCCER, one of the highest-grossing films in Hong Kong’s history, FALLEN ANGELS, for which she was honored with a Hong Kong Film Award for Best Supporting Actress, and Disney’s AROUND THE WORLD IN 80 DAYS with Jackie Chan. Her film credits also include BLACK MASK with Jet Li, Stephen Chow's THE GOD OF COOKERY and Cory Yuen's action movie SO CLOSE. Mok recently completed filming Ekachai Uekrongtham's English-language thriller THE COFFIN which opened at No.1 at the Box office in Thailand. In the field of music, Karen has a habit of making history: she was the first female artist from Hong Kong to win Taiwan's prestigious Golden Melody Award (equivalent to the Grammy Award in the Mandarin music market) and the first Asian star to take the lead role in the Broadway hit musical “RENT” on its 10th Anniversary World Tour. In addition, Mok is an accomplished recording artist, with 12 albums released to date. Her most recent album, "L!ve is Karen Mok", marked her debut as music producer. Her unique style, chameleon looks, luscious hair and signature long legs have made her one of Asia's most sought-after celebrities in advertising. She is also the first Asian celebrity to launch her own fragrance and lingerie line. Throughout her busy schedule, however, Karen has always found the time to lend her high international profile to numerous charitable causes, especially those concerned with children's welfare and animal rights. She currently serves as ambassador for UNICEF, SPCA and Animals Asia Foundation. Karen recently performed at the Beijing Olympics Opening and Closing Ceremonies. Hong Kong being able to hold this "Clinton Global Initiative Meeting In Asia" in 2008 and Karen be the sole guest performer at dinner.
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Chinese Name: Mo Wenwei Date of Birth: June 2
Education: London University, UK
Achievements: Hong Kong Outstanding Students Awards (Winner, 1985), United World College, Italy (Scholarship Winner, 1987-1989)
Height: 167cm
Weight: 46kg
Astrological Sign: Gemini
Hair Color: Long Black
Eye Color: Black
Languages: English, Cantonese, Mandarin, Italian, French
Dance: Jazz and Chinese
Musical Instruments: Gu Zheng, Piano, Oboe
Artist Agency: Creative Artists Agency (CAA) |
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