Eleanor Lee Biography: Age, Boyfriend, Net Worth, Songs, Movies & TV Shows, Parents

Eleanor Lee Kai-xin, known professionally as Eleanor Lee, is a Singaporean actress and singer based in China, celebrated for her breakout role as Ye Muxi in the 2017 Chinese drama The Big Boss.

Born to Taiwanese actress Quan Yi Fong and Singaporean artist Peter Yu, she has built a dynamic career in China’s entertainment industry, starring in dramas like My Poseidon (2018) and The Enchanting Phantom (2020).

Profile

• Full Name: Eleanor Yu Kai-xin
• Stage Name: Eleanor Lee
• Born: 12, October 1999
• Age: 25 years old
• Birthplace: Taipei, Taiwan
• Nationality: Singaporean
• Occupation: Actress, Singer, Model
• Height: 1.68m
• Parents: Quan Yi Fong, Peter Yu
• Siblings: Christian Yu, Israel Yu
• Spouse: None
• Children: None
• Relationship: Not married
• Net Worth: $1 million

Early Life and Education

Eleanor Yu Kai-xin was born on October 12, 1999, in Taipei, Taiwan, to Quan Yi Fong, a Taiwanese actress and host, and Peter Yu, a Singaporean artist. She has two younger paternal half-brothers, Christian and Israel.

Her parents divorced in 2009, and she was raised primarily by her mother in Singapore. Lee attended Tao Nan School and Nexus International School Singapore before enrolling at the Beijing Film Academy in 2017 to study acting.

She is of Chinese descent, with her mother from Taiwan and her father of Teochew ancestry. Her religious beliefs are not publicly disclosed.

Career

Eleanor Lee began her career as a model for Addyli Hair Care Product, founded by her godfather, Addy Lee, who adopted her as his goddaughter after her birth. In 2014, at age 14, Addy recommended her for a lead role in Apple China’s microfilm The Old Record (2015), which marked her acting debut.

The film’s release garnered significant attention, leading to her signing with Beijing Summer Star Media Co. Ltd. In 2015, she played the younger version of Xu Lu’s character in Tribes and Empires: Storm of Prophecy, further establishing her presence in Chinese television. Her early roles showcased her ability to portray youthful, emotive characters.

Lee’s breakthrough came in 2017 with her role as Ye Muxi in the campus drama The Big Boss, which significantly boosted her popularity. That year, she also starred in Solaso Bistro, a Chinese adaptation of a Japanese drama, and played the female lead in Overseas Security Officer alongside Leon Lai.

In October 2017, she debuted as a singer with her single “That Girl,” followed by “Ink Pen and Eraser” and the self-composed “Be Together.” Her 2018 roles in My Poseidon and Blowing in the Wind solidified her versatility, while her 2020 performance as Nip Siu-sin in The Enchanting Phantom, a remake of A Chinese Ghost Story, earned critical acclaim.

She also starred in My Love, Enlighten Me and Fake Princess that year, showcasing her range in romance and historical genres.

In 2024, Lee wrapped filming for the Chinese period drama The Journey of Legend (also known as Go to the Mountains and Sea), playing Tang Fang. However, a 2025 controversy involving a leaked audio clip, falsely attributed to her, led to significant backlash and her temporary removal from the drama’s promotional materials.

The clip, fabricated by a former assistant, was debunked, and Lee was reinstated, though the incident highlighted the challenges of her public life. Her recent singles, “FreeFalling” (2024) and “Change” (2024), reflect her struggles with depression and anxiety, earning praise for their emotional depth.

Lee’s commitment to mental health advocacy and cultural exchange continues to shape her influence as an artist.

Social Media

Instagram Handle: @eleanorleex

Personal Life

Eleanor Lee is currently single and has no publicly known romantic relationships or children. She has deliberately kept her love life private, emphasizing the challenges that come with dating in the entertainment industry and the importance of maintaining privacy to protect her relationships from public stress.

Eleanor has expressed that if she were to go public with a relationship, it would mean it is stable and supported by those around her, likely when her career and personal life are both settled.

Filmography

• The Old Record (2015)
• Tribes and Empires: Storm of Prophecy (2015)
• Solaso Bistro (2017)
• Overseas Security Officer (2017)
• The Big Boss (2017)
• My Poseidon (2018)
• Blowing in the Wind (2018)
• The Enchanting Phantom (2020)
• My Love, Enlighten Me (2020)
• Fake Princess (2020)
• The Journey of Legend (2025)

Discography

• “That Girl” (2017)
• “Ink Pen and Eraser” (2017)
• “Be Together” (2017)
• “FreeFalling” (2024)
• “Change” (2024)
• “My Colors” (2024)
• “Red Lights” (2024)

Net Worth

Eleanor Lee, born Eleanor Yu Kai-xin, has an estimated net worth of $1 million, primarily earned through her acting roles in Chinese dramas and films, including The Big Boss and The Enchanting Phantom.