Kris Wu

Date of Birth: November 6, 1990

Zodiac Sign: Scorpio

Biography

Kris Wu, born Wu Yifan, is a Canadian actor, singer, and model who gained fame as a member of the South Korean-Chinese boy band EXO. He was born on November 6, 1990, in Guangzhou, Guangdong, China. Kris moved to Canada at the age of 10 and later returned to China to pursue a career in entertainment. He debuted with EXO in 2012 under SM Entertainment and quickly became one of the most popular members of the group. In 2014, Kris left EXO and filed a lawsuit against SM Entertainment to terminate his contract, citing unfair treatment and lack of freedom. After leaving EXO, Kris transitioned to acting and modeling, securing roles in several Chinese and international films such as “Mr. Six” (2015), “Journey to the West: The Demons Strike Back” (2017), and “XXX: Return of Xander Cage” (2017). He has also released solo music albums and singles, establishing a successful solo career in both music and acting. Kris has worked with various luxury brands, becoming a global ambassador for companies like Burberry and Bulgari.

5 Interesting Facts about Kris Wu

1. Kris Wu is fluent in four languages: Mandarin, Cantonese, English, and Korean.

2. He was the first Chinese artist to reach No. 1 on the U.S. iTunes Chart with his single “Deserve” featuring Travis Scott.

3. Kris was a judge on the Chinese reality competition show “The Rap of China.”

4. He played basketball during his school years and was even scouted by the NBA for their All-Star Celebrity Game in 2016.

5. Kris Wu has collaborated with international artists such as Pharrell Williams and has been involved in various charitable activities, including building schools in impoverished areas in China.