Sylvia Chang Biography: Age, Net Worth, Height, Parents, Career, Husband, Son, Songs, Movies

Chang Ai-chia and widely known as Sylvia Chang, is a Taiwanese actress, singer, director, and screenwriter whose six-decade career has defined versatility and influence in Chinese-language entertainment.

She debuted in The Star (1970) and starred in over 100 films, earning the Golden Horse Best Actress for Passion (1986).

Chang directed 20 30 40 (2004), winning Best Director at Berlin, and Murmur of the Hearts (2015). She won Best Actress at the 55th Golden Horse for A Light Never Goes Out (2022).

Chang’s artistry spans generations, making her Taiwan’s most honored female filmmaker and a cultural icon.

Profile

• Full Name: Chang Ai-chia
• Stage Name: Sylvia Chang
• Born: July 21, 1953
• Age: 72 years old
• Birthplace: Dalin, Taiwan
• Nationality: Taiwanese
• Occupation: Actress, Singer, Director, Screenwriter
• Height: 1.61m
• Parents: Mr. and Mrs. Chang
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse: Wang Ching Hung (m. 1991), Liu You Lin (m. 1979–1982)
• Children: Oscar Wang
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $20 million

Early Life and Education

Chang Ai-chia was born on July 21, 1953, in Dalin, Taiwan, to parents referred to as Mr. and Mrs. Chang. She might have had siblings but details about them are unknown.

Chang studied at a local Catholic school before moving to Hong Kong at 17 to pursue acting. She trained under Golden Harvest and Shaw Brothers, debuting in martial arts films.

Chang learned Cantonese and English on set. She is of Hakka-Taiwanese ethnicity, though she keeps her religious beliefs private.

Career

Sylvia Chang debuted in The Star (1970) and starred in Aces Go Places series (1982–1986), becoming Hong Kong’s box-office queen. She won Best Actress at the Asia-Pacific Film Festival for My Grandfather (1981).

Chang transitioned to directing with Once Upon a Time (1983) and released Passion (1986), earning Golden Horse Best Actress. She directed Siao Yu (1995), nominated for an Oscar in Foreign Language Film.

Chang’s early work balanced commercial hits with artistic depth.

Chang directed 20 30 40 in 2004, winning Berlin’s Best Director and Golden Horse Best Screenplay. She helmed Run Papa Run (2008) and Murmur of the Hearts (2015), earning multiple Golden Horse nods.

Chang starred in Mountains May Depart (2015) by Jia Zhangke and Love Education (2017). She produced A Light Never Goes Out (2022), winning Best Actress at the 59th Golden Horse.

Chang’s films have premiered at Cannes, Venice, and Berlin.

Sylvia Chang continues acting and directing, mentoring through the Golden Horse Film Academy. She received the 2018 Golden Horse Lifetime Achievement Award.

Chang’s 120+ acting credits and 10 directed features have shaped feminist narratives in Asian cinema. She supports women filmmakers and performs at charity concerts.

Chang’s legacy lies in bridging generations with empathy and innovation.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: Unknown
• Facebook Handle: Sylvia Chang
• Twitter Handle: Unknown

Personal Life

Sylvia Chang married director Liu You Lin in 1979; they divorced in 1982. She married businessman Wang Ching Hung in 1991 and welcomed son Oscar Wang in 1993.

The family resides in Taipei’s upscale Tianmu district. Chang enjoys painting, yoga, and cooking Hakka dishes.

Filmography

• Aces Go Places (1982)
• Passion (1986)
• Siao Yu (1995, director)
• 20 30 40 (2004, director)
• Murmur of the Hearts (2015, director)
• A Light Never Goes Out (2022)

Net Worth

Sylvia Chang has an estimated net worth of $20 million. Her income flows primarily from acting salaries, directing fees, and profit shares from blockbusters.

Endorsements with luxury brands and real estate in Taipei provide major revenue. Producing credits and lifetime achievement awards also contribute to her earnings.