Rhydian Vaughan Biography: Movies, Parents, Awards, Wife, Age, Net Worth, Religion

Rhydian Vaughan, born 10 March 1988, is a Taiwanese–British actor recognized for his bilingual versatility and ability to bridge Eastern and Western performance styles.

Rising to fame through Winds of September (2008) and Monga (2010), he has since built an acclaimed career across film and television, earning respect in both Taiwan’s and mainland China’s entertainment industries.

Profile

• Full name: Rhydian Vaughan
• Date of birth: 10 March 1988
• Age: 37 years old
• Gender: Male
• Place of birth: Llanidloes, Powys, Wales, United Kingdom
• Nationality: British (also Taiwanese-British heritage)
• Profession: Actor
• Height: 181 cm (5 ft 11 in)
• Weight: 72 kg (159 lbs)
• Eye color: Hazel brown
• Hair color: Dark brown
• Parents: Father – British violinist (name undisclosed); Mother – Taiwanese performance artist
• Siblings: N/A
• Spouse: Jessie Hong (also known as Hong Che-chun)
• Children: 1 son (born January 2016)
• Relationship status: Married
• Religion: Christianity
• Ethnicity: Eurasian (Welsh–Taiwanese)
• Net worth: US$3–5 million

Early Life and Education

Rhydian Vaughan, now 37 years old was born on 10 March 1988 in Llanidloes, Powys, Wales, United Kingdom. He grew up in an artistic family: his British father was a classical violinist, and his Taiwanese mother a performance artist and painter. His upbringing straddled both the UK and Taiwan, giving him early exposure to cross-cultural influences.

He studied drama and acting at the East 15 Acting School in the UK, graduating in 2011. Vaughan’s fluency in both English and Mandarin enabled him to work seamlessly across British and Asian entertainment industries.

Personal Life

In 2016, Rhydian Vaughan married his long-time partner Jessie Hong (Hong Che-chun), shortly after the birth of their son in January 2016. The couple resides primarily in Taipei, Taiwan, maintaining a private and low-profile family life.

Despite being in the public eye, Vaughan avoids sharing personal details on social media, emphasizing privacy and family stability. He is described by colleagues as calm, disciplined, and grounded.

Career

Rhydian Vaughan’s career began in the late 2000s, with early appearances in youth-oriented films. His performance in Winds of September (2008) is often cited as his breakout role. He then starred in Monga (2010), playing a leading role which further elevated his profile in Taiwan’s film industry.

Over the following years, he appeared in films such as Girlfriend, Boyfriend (2012) and in television series including Light the Night (2021) and The Cleaner (2024) among others. His bilingual background and training have allowed him to traverse productions in Taiwan, mainland China and cross-border collaborations. While he also has modelling and musician credits, he remains primarily known for his acting.

Awards and Nominations

• 2025 – Golden Bell Awards: Best Leading Actor in a Miniseries or Television Film for The Cleaner — Won
• 2013 – Asian Film Awards: Best Supporting Actor for Girlfriend, Boyfriend — Nominated
• 2010 – Taipei Film Festival: Best Ensemble Cast for Monga — Won

Net Worth

Rhydian Vaughan’s estimated net worth is between US$3 million and US$5 million. Rhydian Vaughan’s net worth is primarily derived from film and television acting, endorsements, and international co-productions.

Social Media

• Instagram: @rhydianvaughan

Filmography

Films:

• Winds of September (2008)
• Monga (2010)
• Girlfriend, Boyfriend (2012)
• Tiny Times (2013)
• Tiny Times 2 (2013)
• Crazy New Year’s Eve (2015)
• Chronicles of the Ghostly Tribe (2015)
• The Vanished Murderer (2015)
• My Best Friend’s Wedding (2016)
• My Egg Boy (2016)
• Lord of Shanghai (2016)
• Reborn (2018)
• Hotel Império (2018)

Television:

• Love Recipe (2011)
• Die Sterntaler (2012)
• Bureau of Transformer (2019)
• Dear Diary (2021)
• Light the Night (2021)
• Women in Taipei (2022)
• Taiwan Crime Stories (2023)
• Let’s Talk About CHU (2024)
• The Cleaner (2024)