Biography
Who is Vic Chou?
Early Life and Education
Vic Chou was born on June 9, 1981, in Luodong Township, Taiwan. He grew up in Taiwan and completed his education at Hsing Wu University. From a young age, he developed interests that later paved the way for his multi-faceted entertainment career.
Before entering the height of his fame, Vic studied at Hsing Wu University where he built foundational skills. His early life in Taiwan shaped his path toward becoming a prominent public figure in the Asian entertainment industry.
Rise to Fame with F4
Vic Chou became famous for his role as Hua Ze Lei in the popular Taiwan television series Meteor Garden. Following the conclusion of the show, Vic and his co-stars Jerry Yan, Vanness Wu, and Ken Chu continued to perform together as the quartet boy band F4.
As part of F4, Vic released three studio albums and toured internationally. He also participated in concert tours, including performances at the Philippine Arena in Manila alongside his fellow band members.
Solo Music Career
Vic Chou was the first member of F4 to launch a solo music career. He released his debut album, Make a Wish, in January 2002. This successful release was followed by his second album, Remember, I Love You, in January 2004.
In October 2007, Vic released his third album titled I'm Not F4, which successfully topped major charts in Taiwan for three consecutive weeks. He later returned to the music scene with the single "You Are My Courage" in April 2026.
Acting Career Highlights
Apart from Meteor Garden, Vic appeared in various Taiwanese series such as Poor Prince and Love Storm. In 2004, he took on a more complex role in the television series Mars, portraying twins with mental illnesses, which he considered a major turning point in his acting career.
Vic expanded his filmography by starring in the police drama Black & White in 2009, earning a nomination for Best Actor at the 44th Golden Bell Awards. He later won the Golden Bell Award for Best Actor for his performance in the series Home in 2013.
Birthday and age
Vic Chou was born on June 9, 1981, which makes Vic 45 years old today. That birthday falls under the Gemini sign. Vic shares the date with 52 other famous people.
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