Biography
Who is Show Lo?
Early life and background
Show Lo was born in Keelung, Taiwan. He grew up in a household where his parents performed entertainment shows for local events. His father worked as a host while his mother sang at weddings and other grassroots gatherings. Show participated in these family shows as a young child, even playing the drums on stage when he was only three years old.
As a child, he was known by the nickname Xiao Zhu because of his weight. He faced bullying from classmates due to being overweight. To change his life, he dedicated himself to swimming and basketball during his first year of middle school. This intense physical activity helped him lose significant weight within a two-month period.
Music and dance career
Show entered the entertainment industry in 1996 after winning a competition for singing and dancing. He first performed as a member of the boy group Four Heavenly Kings. Following that group's end in 1998, he formed the duo Remeo with Eddy Ou. He eventually launched a solo music career in 2003 with his first studio album, Show Time.
His musical success included being the first pop singer to hold solo concerts at the Taipei Arena. He achieved significant sales in Taiwan, with his albums topping charts for several years. Show also expanded into the Japanese market, becoming the first Taiwanese male singer to appear on the Oricon chart since Teresa Teng. His discography includes albums such as Expert Show, Hypnosis Show, and Lion Roar.
Television and film work
Beyond music, Show is a prominent television host and actor. He hosted the program 100% Entertainment for nearly two decades, from 2001 to 2020. During his time as a presenter, he earned a Golden Bell Award for Best Host for a Variety Show in 2017. He also appeared on reality shows like Go Fighting! And served as a judge on Street Dance of China.
In his acting career, he received three Golden Bell Award nominations for his work in television dramas. He also appeared in major films directed by Stephen Chow, including The Mermaid and path to the West: Conquering the Demons. His versatility allowed him to transition from a teen idol to a widely recognized variety entertainer.
Personal life and business
Show established his own artist management company called Creation. Through this business, he has worked with various performers, including his former co-host Linda Chien. He also founded a fashion brand named STAGE, which has locations in Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Singapore. The brand provides clothing for many entertainers in the Taiwanese industry.
He has been in a relationship with Grace Chow. In 2020, he was accused of infidelity and improper behavior during a long-term relationship with her. These allegations led to significant professional consequences, including the loss of numerous endorsements and appearance fees.
Birthday and age
Show Lo was born on July 30, 1979, which makes Show 47 years old today. That birthday falls under the Leo sign. Show shares the date with 74 other famous people.
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