Date of Birth: December 31, 1965
Zodiac Sign: Capricorn
Date of Death: *Gong Li is alive.*
Biography
Gong Li is a renowned Chinese actress who has gained international acclaim for her work in both Chinese and Western cinema. Born in Shenyang, Liaoning, China, she grew up in Jinan, Shandong. Gong Li graduated from the Central Academy of Drama in Beijing in 1989 and quickly rose to prominence with her role in Zhang Yimou’s directorial debut, “Red Sorghum” (1987). She continued to collaborate with Zhang Yimou on several critically acclaimed films, including “Ju Dou” (1990), “Raise the Red Lantern” (1991), and “To Live” (1994). Her versatile acting skills have earned her numerous awards and accolades, including the Volpi Cup for Best Actress at the Venice Film Festival for her role in “The Story of Qiu Ju” (1992). Gong Li has also worked with other notable directors like Chen Kaige in “Farewell My Concubine” (1993) and Michael Mann in “Miami Vice” (2006). Her contributions to the film industry have made her an iconic figure in both Chinese and international cinema.
5 Interesting Facts about Gong Li
1. Gong Li was the first Chinese actress to serve as a jury member at the Cannes Film Festival in 1997.
2. She is often credited with bringing Chinese cinema to global prominence.
3. Gong Li was honored with the Ordre des Arts et des Lettres by the French government in 2010.
4. She played a significant role in the Disney live-action film “Mulan” (2020) as the villainess Xianniang.
5. Gong Li has been featured on the cover of Time magazine, highlighting her influence and popularity.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Gong Li
1. “Every role I have played has been a part of me.”
2. “The most important thing in acting is sincerity.”
3. “I think the most important thing for a woman to have is her independence.”
4. “I have always wanted to challenge myself and try different roles.”
5. “Art is a reflection of life, and it has the power to change the world.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
Gong Li’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $100 million.
Children
Gong Li has no children.
Relevant Links
1. [Gong Li – IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000084/
2. [Gong Li – Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gong_Li
3. [Gong Li: Biography and Filmography – AllMovie](https://www.allmovie.com/artist/gong-li-p198469
4. [Gong Li on Rotten Tomatoes](https://www.rottentomatoes.com/celebrity/gong_li
