Lin Yi Biography: Age, Height, Net Worth, Dramas, Girlfriend, Weight

Lin Yi is a Chinese actor and model who rose to widespread recognition through his lead role in the 2019 romantic web drama Put Your Head on My Shoulder. That performance connected with audiences both in China and abroad, laying the foundation for a quickly flourishing acting career.

His blend of expressive depth and youthful presence helped him become a go-to name in the modern Chinese drama scene.

Profile

• Full name: Lin Yi (林一)
• Date of birth: January 11, 1999
• Age: 26 years old
• Gender: Male
• Place of birth: Hebei, China; grew up in Shenyang, Liaoning Province
• Nationality: Chinese
• Profession: Actor, model, dancer
• Height: 6 ft 2 in (188 cm)
• Weight: ~75 kg (165 lb)
• Eye color: Dark brown
• Hair color: Dark brown / black
• Parents: N/A
• Siblings: N/A
• Spouse: Unmarried
• Children: None
• Relationship status: Single
• Ethnicity: Chinese
• Net worth: US $100,000 to US $1 million

Early Life and Education

Lin Yi, now aged 26, was born on January 11, 1999, in Hebei Province, China, and raised in Shenyang in Liaoning Province. In 2015, he earned the top score in the Liaoning provincial dance major examination and enrolled at Beijing Sport University, majoring in Dancesport (Ballroom Dance).

While still a university student in 2015, he was discovered by a talent agent and signed with Tangren Media.

Personal Life

Lin Yi keeps his personal life private. No information is publicly available regarding his parents, siblings, romantic relationships, marriage, or children.

Career

Lin Yi’s career began in earnest in 2015 following his signing with Tangren Media. In 2017, he gained exposure through Youku’s reality programs Beautiful Youth Academy and Crazy Wardrobe, winning the latter show’s championship.

His breakout came in 2019 with his role as Gu Weiyi in the beloved web drama Put Your Head on My Shoulder, a performance that earned him acclaim and a growing fanbase.

He went on to star in other notable dramas including Ling Long (2020), Love Scenery (2021), and Derailment (2023) — and more recent works like Falling in Love, Smile Code, and Angels Fall Sometimes in 2024.

He is also set to star alongside Lu Yuxiao in the upcoming modern Chinese drama When I Meet the Moon, which began filming on August 4, 2025.

Awards

Lin Yi has received recognition in multiple award platforms, including a nomination for Best Actor at the 26th Huading Awards and titles such as Youth Trending Artist Award and New Actor Award at the Starlight Awards and Golden Guduo Network Film and Television Festival.

Net Worth

Lin Yi’s net worth is estimated to between US $100,000 and US $1 million.

Social Media

• Instagram: @iam_linyi
• Weibo: 我是林一同学

Filmography

• Put Your Head on My Shoulder (2019)
• Ling Long (2020)
• Love Scenery (2021)
• Derailment (2023)
• Falling in Love (2024)
• Smile Code (2024)
• Angels Fall Sometimes (2024)

Discography

• My Homeland (2020, tribute single)
• Confession Scene (2024, Everyone Loves Me OST)