Dee Hsu Biography: Husband, Net Worth, Age, Height, Parents, Career, Children, TV Shows

Xu Xidi and widely known as Little S (小S; Xiǎo S), is a Taiwanese television host, actress, and singer who has reigned as the “Queen of Variety” for over two decades.

She debuted with sister Barbie Hsu as the pop duo S.O.S in 1994 and transitioned to hosting with Guess Guess Guess (1996).

Hsu co-hosted Kangsi Coming (2004–2016), peaking at 3.5 million viewers weekly, and currently leads Dee’s Talk (2020–present). Her sharp wit, fearless interviews, and glamorous persona have made her Taiwan’s highest-rated and most controversial entertainer.

Profile

• Full Name: Xu Xidi
• Stage Name: Little S (小S; Xiǎo S)
• Born: June 14, 1978
• Age: 47 years old
• Birthplace: Taipei City, Taipei, Taiwan
• Nationality: Taiwanese
• Occupation: Television Host, Actress, Singer
• Height: 1.58m
• Parents: Huang Chunmei and Hsu Chien
• Siblings: Barbie Hsu
• Spouse: Mike Hsu (m. 2005)
• Children: Lily Hsu, Elly Hsu
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $40 million

Early Life and Education

Xu Xidi was born on June 14, 1978, in Taipei City, Taiwan, to Huang Chunmei, a homemaker, and Hsu Chien, a businessman, raised her alongside older sister Barbie Hsu in a middle-class household. She attended Huagang Arts School, focusing on performance and dance.

Hsu debuted at 16 with Barbie as the pop duo S.O.S, releasing Ten Thousand Questions (1994). She trained in vocals and hosting under variety show producers.

She is of Taiwanese ethnicity, though she keeps her religious beliefs private.

Career

Dee Hsu launched her hosting career on Guess Guess Guess in 1996, gaining fame for playful banter. She co-hosted Kangsi Coming with Kevin Tsai from 2004 to 2016, interviewing A-listers like Jay Chou and Angelina Jolie.

The show averaged 2.8 ratings and spawned spin-offs. Hsu starred in The Duke of Mount Deer (2000) and Meteor Garden II (2002).

She released solo albums Dee Hsu (2001) and Abnormal (2007). Hsu won Best Host at the Golden Bell Awards four times (2005, 2008, 2010, 2015).

Her early variety dominance redefined Taiwanese talk shows.

Hsu launched Dee’s Talk in 2020, attracting 1.5 million weekly viewers with celebrity roasts and fashion segments. She judged Produce 101 China (2018) and hosted Sisters Who Make Waves (2020).

Hsu starred in Adventurous Romance (2019) and produced More Than Blue (2018). She launched the fashion brand “Dee by Dee” in 2022.

Hsu’s shows consistently top ratings and trend on Weibo. Her fearless style sparked controversies but cemented her cultural impact.

Dee Hsu continues hosting and producing, mentoring through the Golden Bell Academy. She received the 2023 Golden Bell Lifetime Achievement Award.

Hsu’s 25+ years on air have shaped variety television across Asia. She supports women in the media and performs at charity galas.

Hsu’s legacy lies in blending glamour, humor, and unfiltered truth.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @deehsu
• Facebook Handle: Dee Hsu
• Twitter Handle: Unknown

Personal Life

Dee Hsu married Taiwanese businessman Mike Hsu in 2005 in a lavish Taipei ceremony. The couple welcomed daughters Lily Hsu (2006) and Elly Hsu (2007), whom Hsu calls her “little bosses.”

They reside in a luxury villa in Taipei’s Yangmingshan. Hsu enjoys baking, Pilates, and shopping in Tokyo.

Filmography

• The Duke of Mount Deer (2000)
• Meteor Garden II (2002)
• Adventurous Romance (2019)

Net Worth

Dee Hsu has an estimated net worth of $40 million. Her income flows primarily from hosting salaries, endorsement deals with L’Oréal and Louis Vuitton, and fashion brand revenue.

Real estate in Taipei and Shanghai provides passive income. Producing credits and variety show royalties also contribute to her earnings.