Joanne Tseng Biography: Husband, Ethnicity, Awards, Movies, Tv Shows, Son, Net Worth, Religion, Age

Joanne Tseng is a Taiwanese actress, singer, and television host who first gained attention as one-half of the Mandopop duo Sweety. Debuting as a teenager, she steadily expanded into acting across Taiwanese and Chinese-language television and film.

Over time, her roles in popular dramas and her public profile made her a well-known figure in the Mandarin-language entertainment scene.

Profile

• Full name: Joanne Tseng Chih-chiao
• Other names: Zeng Zhiqiao Chiao Chiao (喬喬), Qiao Qiao
• Date of birth: 17 November 1988
• Age: 37 years old
• Gender: Female
• Place of birth: Jianshi, Hsinchu County, Taiwan
• Nationality: Taiwanese
• Profession: Actress, Singer, Television host
• Height: 169 cm (5′ 6½″)
• Weight: 50 kg (110 lb)
• Eye colour: Dark brown
• Hair colour: Dark brown
• Parents: Father – Tseng Cheng-chung (曾正中), a teacher; Mother – Chen Su-lan (陳素蘭), a teacher
• Siblings: Older sister – Tseng Chih-ying (曾之萦)
• Spouse: Calvin Chen
• Children: One son (born February 2025)
• Relationship status: Married
• Religion: Christianity (Protestant)
• Ethnicity: Atayal indigenous Taiwanese
• Net worth: US$8–10 million

Early Life and Education

Joanne Tseng was born on November 17, 1988, in Jianshi, Hsinchu County, Taiwan, to teacher parents Tseng Cheng-chung and Chen Su-lan. She grew up in a close-knit, education-focused family with her older sister, Tseng Chih-ying.

Joanne’s family belongs to the Atayal indigenous tribe, one of Taiwan’s recognized Indigenous groups, which she has proudly acknowledged in interviews.

She displayed strong artistic tendencies from a young age, learning piano, flute, and violin while balancing academic excellence. After high school, she was admitted to the National Taiwan University of Arts, where she majored in Drama and Theater, graduating with distinction. Her formal training provided the foundation for her acting career, complementing her early music experience.

Personal Life

In January 2020, Joanne Tseng married Taiwanese actor, television host, and former Fahrenheit boy band member Calvin Chen (陳奕儒). The couple had reportedly been in a relationship for nearly a decade before their marriage, maintaining a low public profile.

In August 2024, the couple announced they were expecting their first child, and in February 2025, they welcomed a baby boy. Joanne expressed deep gratitude and joy in social media posts, describing motherhood as “a blessing that reshapes the heart.”

Career

Joanne Tseng’s entertainment career began in 2002, when she formed the pop duo Sweety with Esther Liu. The pair debuted in 2003 at the age of 14, quickly rising to fame in Taiwan’s youth pop scene with their debut album Hi! Sweety.

The duo released multiple albums—17歲不溫柔 (Not Gentle at 17) in 2005 and 花言喬語 (Sweet Words Qiao & Esther) in 2006—before going on hiatus in 2007 as both members pursued studies and individual careers.

Following the hiatus, Joanne transitioned into acting and established herself as one of Taiwan’s most versatile actresses. Her breakout came with Dear Mom (2015), followed by popular roles in Refresh Man (2016), Marry Me, or Not? (2015), and Attention, Love! (2017). Her performances showcased a blend of warmth, humor, and emotional depth.

In 2019, she starred in the international co-production All Is Well (你那邊怎樣·我這邊OK), a series exploring family and cross-cultural dynamics. In 2023, she appeared in What the Hell Is Love, marking a mature shift in her acting range.

In addition to acting, Joanne has pursued music as a solo artist. Her EP Light Up (2017) highlighted her melodic voice and reflective lyricism, followed by A Book Written in Denmark, in Solitude (2019), which merged music and literature.

She also works as a television host, featuring on entertainment and lifestyle programs, and is a frequent guest on variety shows across Taiwan and mainland China.

Awards

• 2015 – Sanlih Drama Awards: Winner, Best Screen Couple (with Melvin Sia) for Dear Mom; Nominated for Best Actress and Best Kiss
• 2016 – 51st Golden Bell Awards: Nominated for Best Supporting Actress for Marry Me, or Not?
• 2016 – Sanlih Drama Awards: Nominated for Best Actress, Best Screen Couple, and Best Kiss for Refresh Man
• 2020 – ETtoday Star Awards: Most Popular Actress on Social Media
• 2023 – GQ Taiwan Woman of the Year (for her contributions to film and charity)

Net Worth

Joanne Tseng’s estimated net worth stands between US$8 million and US$10 million. Her income sources include: Acting in television series and films, music royalties, hosting and endorsement deals etc.

Social Media

• Instagram: @chiaoChiaoTzeng
• YouTube: Joanne Tseng

Filmography

• What the Hell Is Love (2023)
• Attention, Love! (2017)
• All Is Well (你那邊怎樣·我這邊OK) (2019)
• Marry Me, or Not? (2015)
• TI Amo Chocolate (2012)
• Drop Me Into the Wine (2016)
• Refresh Man (2016)
• Dear Mom (2015)

Discography

• Light Up (EP) (2017)
• Hi! Sweety (2003)
• 17歲不溫柔 (Not Gentle at 17) (2005)
• 花言喬語 (Sweet Words Qiao & Esther) (2006)

Books

• 一個人去丹麥，寫一本書：嘿 你為什麼不要快樂
• (A Book Written in Denmark, in Solitude: Hey, Why Don’t You Want to Be Happy) (2019) — a reflective travelogue blending personal essays, travel writing, and emotional wellness themes.