Biography
Who is Selina Jen?
Early life and education
Selina Jen was born in Taipei, Taiwan. She attended National Taiwan Normal University, where she earned a Bachelor of Education degree in 2004. Her studies focused on leadership and civic education.
Her sister, Lorene Ren, is also an actress and a singer. Before her music career began, Selina Jen entered the Universal 2000 Talent and Beauty Girl Contest in August 2000. She competed in place of her younger sister, who was too young to join the event at that time.
Music career and S.H.E
After competing against 1000 participants, Selina Jen became one of the winners of the talent contest. This competition led to the formation of the girl group S.H.E under HIM International Music. Her stage name was selected by her company following a personality test to represent gentleness.
As a solo artist, she released her first EP, Dream a New Dream, in December 2011. This project was created during her recovery from a major accident. She later released the studio album 3.1415 in 2015 and the album My Own Beauty in 2022. Her music includes collaborations with artists such as Leehom Wang and Tank.
Accident and vocal health
In October 2010, an explosion occurred while filming the series I Have a Date with Spring in Shanghai. Selina Jen suffered third-degree burns on over 54% of her body, including her legs, back, and hands. She underwent skin grafting operations and spent significant time in rehabilitation.
Beginning in 2018, she dealt with ongoing vocal difficulties. While medical exams showed no structural issues with her vocal cords, she experienced psychological pressure related to singing. She managed these challenges by focusing on television hosting and later released the single Heart Like Still Water in 2019 to mark her return to music.
Family and personal life
Selina Jen married Zhang Chengzhong in October 2011. The couple announced plans to divorce in March 2016, and the process was completed in April of that year. In 2022, she confirmed she was in a relationship with a partner named Xu.
In 2023, she shared news that she was expecting a child. She announced the birth of her son in September of that year. Beyond music, she also explored the food industry through her company, Ren Sing Eat Shot, which sold packed porridge until early 2024.
Birthday and age
Selina Jen was born on October 31, 1981, which makes Selina 45 years old today. That birthday falls under the Scorpio sign. Selina shares the date with 63 other famous people.
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