Yvonne Chapman Biography: Husband, Age, Net Worth, Height, Parents, Movies & TV Shows, Kung Fu

Yvonne Chapman is a Chinese-Canadian actress and model recognized for her dynamic performances in television, particularly as the complex villain Zhilan Zhang in The CW’s Kung Fu (2021–2023) and as Avatar Kyoshi in Netflix’s Avatar: The Last Airbender (2024).

She transitioned from a corporate finance career to acting, leveraging her early experience in school plays and modeling between Calgary and Hong Kong.

Her roles in series like Family Law (2021–present) and Street Legal (2019) showcase her versatility, while her advocacy for Asian representation and involvement in short films as an actress, producer, and director highlight her multifaceted contributions to the arts.

Profile

• Full Name: Yvonne Chapman
• Stage Name: Yvonne Chapman
• Born: 7 October, 1988
• Age: 36 years old
• Birthplace: Calgary, Alberta, Canada
• Nationality: Canadian
• Occupation: Actress, Model, Producer, Director
• Height: 5`8″
• Parents: Unknown
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse: Unknown
• Children: None
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $1.5 million

Early Life and Education

Yvonne Chapman was born on October 7, 1988, in Calgary, Alberta, to Chinese-Canadian parents, whose names are not publicly known.

Raised in a traditional Asian household, she was encouraged to pursue stable careers, leading her to study at Bishop McNally High School and St. Mary’s High School in Calgary.

She earned a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Calgary, later working as a corporate development analyst.

Despite her early love for acting, sparked by school plays at age 10, she initially viewed it as an unattainable dream due to her shyness and family expectations.

Her modeling career began in her late teens, splitting time between Calgary and Hong Kong, which fueled her passion for performance. Her ethnicity is Chinese-Canadian, and her religion is not publicly known.

Career

Yvonne Chapman’s acting career began in 2014 after she left her finance job and moved to Vancouver to pursue her passion.

Her early roles included minor parts in indie films and student shorts, as well as appearances in The 100 (2017) and ABC’s The Crossing (2018).

Her first major role was as Mina Lee in the CBC’s Street Legal reboot (2019), though the series ended after one season.

In November 2020, she was cast as Zhilan Zhang in The CW’s Kung Fu (2021–2023), a role that became her breakthrough when she was upgraded to series regular for the second season. Critics praised her portrayal of the “alluring yet heartbreaking” villain, which showcased her martial arts skills and emotional depth.

Chapman’s role as Avatar Kyoshi in Netflix’s Avatar: The Last Airbender (2024) further elevated her profile, with her performance as the legendary warrior earning acclaim for its intensity.

She prepared by reading The Rise of Kyoshi and The Shadow of Kyoshi novels, bringing authenticity to the role.

She also plays Danielle Lim in Family Law (2021–present) and appeared in Superman & Lois (2024).

Beyond acting, Chapman has produced and directed short films like Ecotone (2020) and Date Night Facades, featured at festivals such as Cannes and the Los Angeles Independent Film Festival.

Her advocacy for the arts includes serving as an Executive Board Member and Treasurer for the Calgary International Film Festival.

Currently, she continues to take on diverse roles, expressing interest in sci-fi and fantasy projects, and remains a vocal advocate for Asian representation in media.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @ypchapman
• Twitter Handle: @yvonne_chapman

Personal Life

Yvonne Chapman is married, though she has not disclosed her husband’s name or profession.

They have no children, and she keeps her personal life private, focusing public attention on her career and advocacy.

Filmography

• The 100 (2017) – Minor role
• The Crossing (2018) – Refugee
• Street Legal (2019) – Mina Lee
• Kung Fu (2021–2023) – Zhilan Zhang
• Family Law (2021–present) – Danielle Lim
• Avatar: The Last Airbender (2024) – Avatar Kyoshi
• Superman & Lois (2024) – Amanda McCoy
• Ecotone (2020) – Actress, Producer
• Date Night Facades – Director
• Yesterday Was the Day We Died (2016) – Actress, Producer

Net Worth

Yvonne Chapman has an estimated net worth of $1.5 million USD.

Her income primarily stems from her acting roles in high-profile series like Kung Fu and Avatar: The Last Airbender, supplemented by her work in Family Law and Superman & Lois.