Biography
Who is Fei Yu-ching?
Early life and background
Fei Yu-ching was born Chang Yen-ting on July 17, 1955, in Taipei, Taiwan. He was raised in a waishengren family as the youngest of three children. His father, Chang Wu-hsi, worked as a newspaper editor. His mother was named Tan Hsiu-hsia. Fei attended the Xiehe Youde High School in Taipei.
His interest in performance began early. He entered a singing competition called Star to Star in 1972, which was organized by China Television. He eventually placed fourth in the competition's final stage. Following this experience, he started his professional path as a singer affiliated with China Television.
Career as a recording artist
Fei began his professional recording career after finishing his mandatory military service. He initially recorded for Haishan Records. During the late 1970s and 1980s, he became known for singing patriotic tracks and traditional-style Mandarin ballads. Some of his well-known songs from this era include Ode to the Republic of China and The Changing Great Wall.
One of his most enduring hits was the song Good Night Song, written by Liu Chia-chang. It became a closing theme for daily broadcasts on China Television and was frequently played in military and business locations. In 1983, he released the song Yi Jian Mei, which gained significant popularity as a television drama theme. He received the Male Singing Performer Award at the 19th Golden Bell Awards in 1984 for his work. His album Good Night Song later secured a Golden Melody Award in 1996.
Television hosting and retirement
Starting in the 1990s, Fei expanded his career into television hosting. He worked alongside his brother, Chang Fei, on the variety program The Fantastic Brothers. The show featured comedy, celebrity interviews, and musical acts. This work earned them the Variety Program Host Award at the 30th Golden Bell Awards in 1995. Fei also hosted other music-focused programs, including Jinxiao Huayueye, Jinsang Jinshang, and Fei Yu-ching's Music. He received further recognition for his hosting work at the 1997 and 2005 Golden Bell Awards.
In September 2018, Fei announced his retirement from the entertainment industry. He cited the passing of his parents as a reason for wanting to seek a quieter life. He concluded his long career with a 37-concert farewell tour. The final performance took place at the Taipei Arena on November 7, 2019, marking the end of his professional activities.
Birthday and age
Fei Yu-ching was born on July 17, 1955, which makes Fei 71 years old today. That birthday falls under the Cancer sign. Fei shares the date with 56 other famous people.
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