Ivy Shao Biography: Songs, Husband, Awards, Net Worth, Movies, Age, Religion, Parents, TikTok

Ivy Shao (Chinese: 邵雨薇) is a Taiwanese actress, singer, and model who gained national recognition for her lead role in the 2016 television drama Back to 1989.

Known for her expressive acting and girl-next-door charm, Shao has become one of Taiwan’s most popular television actresses. She has since starred in a variety of romantic dramas and films, as well as released her own music album, further establishing herself as a versatile entertainer.

Profile

• Full name: Shao Yu-wei (邵雨薇)
• Nickname: Ivy Shao
• Date of birth: September 21, 1989
• Age: 36 years old
• Gender: Female
• Place of birth: Kaohsiung, Taiwan
• State of origin: Kaohsiung
• Nationality: Taiwanese
• Profession: Actress, Singer, Model
• Height: 1.67 m (5′5¾″)
• Weight: 50 kg (approx.)
• Eye color: Dark brown
• Hair color: Black (naturally; occasionally dyed brown for roles)
• Parents: Father – Shao Ming-cheng (businessman); Mother – Wang Hsin-yu (homemaker, later worked in retail)
• Siblings: One older sister (non-public figure)
• Spouse: None
• Children: None
• Relationship status: In a relationship with actor Wu Kang-ren (吳慷仁) since 2020
• Religion: Buddhism
• Ethnicity: Han Chinese
• Net worth: USD $3 million

Early Life and Education

Shao Yu-wei (36 years old) was born on September 21, 1989, in Kaohsiung, Taiwan. She grew up in a middle-class household where her father managed a local business and her mother worked part-time after raising two daughters. From a young age, she showed an interest in performing arts and joined talent clubs in school.

She attended Fortune Institute of Technology in Kaohsiung, where she studied mass communication. During her college years, she was discovered by a modeling scout and began appearing in print advertisements and music videos, marking her first step into the entertainment industry.

Personal Life

Ivy Shao has maintained a relatively private life despite her fame. She confirmed her relationship with actor Wu Kang-ren in November 2020, after years of speculation and an earlier brief relationship in 2018. The two met while filming and rekindled their romance through shared interests in acting and fitness. The couple occasionally appears at public events together but avoids overexposure.

Career

Ivy Shao began her entertainment career in 2008 as a model and TV variety show guest. Her early acting roles included cameos in dramas such as Skip Beat! (2011) and A Hint of You (2013).

Her breakthrough came with the 2016 time-travel romantic drama Back to 1989, which became one of the highest-rated Taiwanese series of that year. Her portrayal of Chen Ya-jin won praise for its emotional depth and natural performance, making her a household name.

Subsequent major works include:

The Perfect Match (2017) – a romantic comedy co-starring Chris Wang.

Sweet Combat (2018) – a mainland co-production featuring EXO’s Luhan and actress Guan Xiaotong.

Love & π (2018) – where she played a free-spirited cafe owner.

The Devil Punisher (2020, Netflix) – fantasy-romance series with Mike He.

More Than Blue: The Series (2021, Netflix adaptation).

In addition to acting, Shao released her debut music album Drizzle (2019), a mix of Mandarin pop and ballads reflecting her personal emotions and introspective artistry.

Her film career includes roles in The Tenants Downstairs (2016) and Stand By Me (2019), both of which showcased her dramatic versatility.

Awards and Nominations

• 2016 – Sanlih Drama Awards: Viewers’ Choice Award for Back to 1989
• 2017 – SETTV Star Awards: Most Popular Actress
• 2018 – Taipei Film Festival: Nominated for Best Actress (The Tenants Downstairs)
• 2022 – Golden Bell Awards: Nominated for Best Actress (More Than Blue: The Series)

Net Worth

Ivy Shao’s estimated net worth is USD $3 million, earned through: lead roles in dramas and films, endorsements, modeling, music royalties etc.

Social Media

• Instagram: @ivyshao_0921
• Facebook: Ivy Shao 邵雨薇
• YouTube: Ivy Shao Official
• TikTok: @ivyshao.official

Filmography

Television Series:

• Skip Beat! (2011)
• Confucius (2012)
• A Hint of You (2013)
• Fabulous 30 (2014)
• Love at Second Sight (2014)
• When I See You Again (2015)
• Beautiful Secret (2015)
• Back to 1989 (2016)
• The Perfect Match (2017)
• Sweet Combat (2018)
• Love & π (2018)
• CSIC 2 (2019)
• The Devil Punisher (2020)
• More Than Blue: The Series (2021)

Films:

• Whispers in the Reality (2011)
• First of May (2015)
• The Tenants Downstairs (2016)
• Deep Evil (2019)
• Stand By Me (2019)

Discography

• Album: Drizzle (細雨) – Released in 2019 under HIM International Music

Books

• Light Rain Days: Essays by Ivy Shao (光雨日記) (2022) – A collection of personal writings and reflections on fame, relationships, and emotional healing.