Advertisement
Advertisement
-
People & Culture /
China Personalities
Related Topics:
China society
Social media
Icons and Influencers
Trending in China
China entrepreneur, abandoned as child, owns fashion brand with US$36 million sales
Driven woman who came from parents who rarely remembered her name, dumped her on a mountainside, tells young women ‘there is hope’.
3 hours ago
Trending in China
China cabby drives foreign influencers on 4,000-km trip sees snow for first time
21 Feb 2026 - 4:00PM
Trending in China
Taiwan singer visits over 100 mainland China cities to help farmers sell produce
17 Feb 2026 - 4:09PM
Trending in China
Chinese woman, 30, earning US$140,000 a month running marketing firm retires
Deng says she has had strong business instinct from young age; opened store selling educational products after university graduation.
13 Feb 2026 - 2:08PM
A 30-year-old woman from China, earning over 1 million yuan a month and leading a company in the performance marketing sector, has made headlines by announcing her retirement. Photo: SCMP composite/Douyin
Trending in China
China buzzes as Quan Hongchan named Sports Person of the Year, makes magazine debut
Nation’s Olympic diving darling marks her move into adulthood by showcasing photographs which cast her in a new light.
12 Feb 2026 - 2:00PM
Trending in China
China official dies after horse riding accident filming publicity clip for local agriculture
Trend-setting woman nicknamed the ‘most valiant culture and tourism director’ inspired others to follow in her footsteps.
11 Feb 2026 - 6:43PM
Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement
Trending in China
Stars with names sounding like Chinese character for horse gain popularity in China
Names hold deep significance in Chinese culture, symbolising hope, luck, and prosperity, especially during the Lunar New Year.
10 Feb 2026 - 2:36PM
videocam
Draco Malfoy, middle on top row, a fictional character from the Harry Potter series, along with celebrities whose names resemble the Chinese character “Ma,” have unexpectedly gained popularity in China. Photo: SCMP composite/Shutterstock/Sohu/Weibo/Douyin/IG@t22felton
Trending in China
Silver surfers: how China ‘granfluencers’ steal spotlight, taking over social media
Some firms managing granfluencers exploit young people’s compassion by scheduling late-night live-streams for seniors to encourage tipping.
8 Feb 2026 - 4:32PM
Trending in China
Cultural currents: how ‘Becoming Chinese’ trend is transforming Western lifestyles
Although trend may not persist indefinitely, cultural imitation driven by digital platforms will resurface time and again, expert says.
24 Feb 2026 - 1:37PM
videocam
Trending in China
China ‘most capable waitress’ begins career at top hotpot chain; is overseas unit CEO
‘Loyal’ lowly restaurant worker makes meteoric rise to top of corporate career ladder; leads projects to boost company profits, takes chain global.
6 Feb 2026 - 9:36PM
Trending in China
China celebrity known for photo of chubby face, scornful looks is unemployed
Short-lived online sensation who spawned internet memes including the Mona Lisa, Marilyn Monroe reveals his life out of the spotlight.
5 Feb 2026 - 2:00PM
Two decades ago, a Shanghai teenager became famous for a photograph of his chubby face and disdainful expression, marking him as a first-generation celebrity. Photo: SCMP composite/Baidu
Trending in China
Story of China woman and wolf son gains renewed fame, gets 2.8 billion views online
Touching journey back to the wild of a rescued cub which grew up among humans and dogs leaves animal’s ‘mother’ in tears.
5 Feb 2026 - 9:00AM
Trending in China
China retail chain boss rescues man by pulling car from freezing river, earning high praise
Despite numerous health problems, 60-year-old entrepreneur ventures into icy water to pull stricken vehicle and its owner to safety.
4 Feb 2026 - 6:00PM
Trending in China
China ‘Godmum of sexual intelligence’ earns US$3.5 million teaching women flirtation
Former banker teaches seduction techniques, alluring body movements; is accused of pandering to men at expense of women’s dignity.
1 Feb 2026 - 9:00AM
Trending in China
Hong Kong producer aims to work till 100, criticised for urging late retirement
As vice-chairman of China Star Entertainment, Chen has played a pivotal role in launching the careers of superstars like Andy Lau.
31 Jan 2026 - 2:00PM
Hong Kong film producer Tiffany Chen is stirring controversy by urging young Chinese to avoid rushing into retirement. Photo: SCMP composite/Shutterstock/Douyin
Trending in China
Profile
|
Li Yapeng, ex-husband of Cantopop queen, goes from ‘greasy uncle’ to ‘hero’ after funding appeal
Serial ‘loser’ in business undergoes a reputational rejuvenation; is hailed as a ‘philanthropist’ after helping treat kids with birth defects.
30 Jan 2026 - 2:00PM
Trending in China
Why tech billionaires enjoy rock star treatment in China compared to the US
From personal foibles to that particular look or ability to charm, the business success of global moguls can rest on setting a narrative.
29 Jan 2026 - 2:13PM
Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement
Artificial intelligence
‘Teach our children well’: Jack Ma urges changes to China’s education in AI era
China’s educators must teach students to ask thousands of good questions, rather than give the same correct answer, Ma says.
28 Jan 2026 - 7:00PM
videocam
Alibaba Group Holding founder Jack Ma speaks to Chinese rural teachers in a video conference call on Monday. Photo: Jack Ma Foundation
Trending in China
‘Who’s he?’ China vendor unfazed after receiving lai see from Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang
‘AI Godfather’ impresses shoppers with his ‘kind, friendly’ manner; distributes oranges he bought to happy company staff.
27 Jan 2026 - 6:00PM
Trending in China
Taiwan singer Jolin Tsai’s mainland concerts likened to ‘cult’ events; CCTV praises artistic merit
Mandopop queen’s stage set said to contain ‘dark elements from Western religions’; fans liken it to Olympic Games opening ceremony.
27 Jan 2026 - 2:02PM
Trending in China
China grandma, 101, stays up late to watch TV, enjoys snacks, shares longevity secret
Centenarian captures hearts of many by embracing a ‘reverse lifestyle’ – watching TV until 2am and naturally waking up around 10am.
24 Jan 2026 - 9:00AM
Trending in China
China diving queen Quan Hongchan dazzles fans with new hairdo, shows she has ‘grown up’
The public adore Quan not only for her diving prowess but also for her genuine and relatable personality.
23 Jan 2026 - 2:00PM
Chinese Olympic champion diver Quan Hongchan delighted fans with pictures of her longer hair, including a recent selfie from a strawberry farm. Photo: SCMP composite/Weibo
Trending in China
China actress loses brand partners for saying ‘hundreds of thousands’ a month not enough
Product boycott calls force 53-year-old star into online apology; actress admits she had forgotten ‘her roots’; will change after self-reflection.
18 Jan 2026 - 2:00PM
Trending in China
China ‘hardcore grandma’ live-streamer gains fame for farm fertilisation drone skills
Dai views her new role as both a source of entertainment and a way to stay connected with her family.
16 Jan 2026 - 6:00PM
Trending in China
Profile
|
Zhou Qunfei: ex-security guard becomes world’s richest self-made woman entrepreneur
Woman who began life in destitution goes from factory floor to US$16 billion fortune; says success comes from ‘refusal to accept defeat’.
12 Jan 2026 - 6:00PM
Help preserve 120 years of quality journalism.
SUPPORT NOW
