Zhang Ze Tong Biography: Age, Girlfriend, Net Worth, Movies & TV Shows, Parents, Height

Teoh Ze Tong, famously known as Zhang Ze Tong, is a Malaysian actor and host based in Singapore, best known for his breakout role as Richard Mo in the Mediacorp drama All That Glitters (2023), which earned him the Best Supporting Actor award at the Star Awards 2024.

Rising to prominence after winning Mediacorp’s Star Search 2019, he transitioned from a tech career to become a celebrated figure in Singapore’s entertainment industry, recognized for his charismatic presence and versatile performances in dramas like A Jungle Survivor (2020) and Emerald Hill (2025).

Profile

• Full Name: Teoh Ze Tong
• Stage Name: Zhang Ze tong
• Born: 22, January 1993
• Age: 32 years old
• Birthplace: Johor Bahru, Malaysia
• Nationality: Malaysian
• Occupation: Actor, Host
• Height: 1.78m
• Parents: Mr. Teoh and Mrs. Teoh
• Siblings: 2
• Spouse: None
• Children: None
• Relationship: Not married
• Net Worth: $500,000

Early Life and Education

Teoh Ze Tong was born on January 22, 1993, in Johor Bahru, Malaysia, to Mr. Teoh and Mrs. Teoh. He grew up with two sisters in a family that prioritized education, leading his parents to send him to Marsiling Primary School in Singapore for an English-dominant education, despite the long daily commute.

Zhang attended Anglo-Chinese Junior College and later graduated from the National University of Singapore with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration in 2015. He is of Chinese ethnicity, and his religious beliefs are not publicly disclosed.

Career

Zhang Zetong began his professional life in the tech industry, working as a customer relationship manager at Carousell and at software development company Junyo, with aspirations of launching a tech startup. Encouraged by his mother, he entered Mediacorp’s Star Search 2019, mentored by Christopher Lee, and won the competition with his commanding stage presence and relatable charm, impressing judges like Carina Lau and Simon Yam.

His victory led to a contract with Mediacorp’s The Celebrity Agency, and within a month, he debuted as the lead, Chen Shiyang, in the meWATCH series All Around You (2020). He also played a supporting role as Zhong Jianting in A Jungle Survivor (2020), earning the Best Newcomer Award at the Star Awards 2021.

Zhang’s career gained momentum with diverse roles across genres. In 2021, he played Kaden Leung in the English-language drama Slow Dancing, a collaboration with Wattpad, and took on supporting roles in Key Witness as Nick Zhu Jingxiang and The Take Down as Lin Jincheng, showcasing his ability to portraray complex characters.

In 2022, he secured his second lead role as Mei Yishi in You Can Be An Angel 4, a significant achievement for a newcomer replacing more senior actors. His role as the villainous Richard Mo in All That Glitters (2023) was a turning point, earning him three Star Awards in 2024: Best Supporting Actor, Most Popular Rising Star, and Most Hated Villain, as well as a Best Supporting Actor (National Winner) at the Asian Academy Creative Awards.

His emotional acceptance speech, marked by tears, resonated with fans for its authenticity.

Zhang’s recent work includes starring as Huang Zuye in the high-profile period drama Emerald Hill (2025), alongside industry veterans like Zoe Tay and Jeanette Aw, where he played a principled yet naive character in a Peranakan setting. His performance, particularly scenes filmed at a pineapple plantation in Johor Bahru, deepened his on-screen chemistry with co-star Tasha Low.

Despite nearly leaving showbiz in 2023 due to self-imposed pressure, Zhang’s acting classes and role in All That Glitters restored his confidence, solidifying his place as a rising star. His upcoming projects, including the blockbuster Emerald Hill: The Little Nyonya Story, highlight his growing influence in Singapore’s entertainment industry.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @zetongteoh

Personal Life

Zhang Zetong is currently single and has no publicly known romantic relationships or children. Despite his status, he maintains a strong and close-knit bond with his family, demonstrating this by making regular visits to his parents every month in Johor Bahru.

During these visits, Zhang focuses on cherishing quality time with his family members rather than indulging in sightseeing or exploring the local attractions, highlighting the priority he places on family connections over leisure activities.

Filmography

• All Around You (2020)
• A Jungle Survivor (2020)
• Slow Dancing (2021)
• Key Witness (2021)
• The Take Down (2021)
• You Can Be An Angel 4 (2022)
• First of April (2022)
• Healing Hands (2022–2023)
• All That Glitters (2023)
• Last Madame: Sisters of the Night (2023)
• Emerald Hill (2025)

Net Worth

Zhang Zetong has an estimated net worth of $500,000, primarily earned through his acting roles in Mediacorp dramas like All That Glitters and Emerald Hill, as well as hosting gigs such as Aus-some Getaway with Christopher Lee.