Biography

Weijie Fang (born December 13, 1989), who also goes by Ian Fang, is an exceptionally talented Chinese actor currently based in Singapore. His prowess in acting has earned him a place among the highly esteemed Dukes of Caldecott Hill.

In the 2013 drama series Don’t Stop Believin’, he flawlessly portrayed the role of a student who had to strive for a living after losing his grandmother. His outstanding performance earned him the Best Newcomer Award at the annual Star Awards Ceremony.

Ian Fang has also starred in the 2011 drama On the Fringe, a role that set him on a path to greater success. Later, the same cast from the drama reunited to shoot the movie Imperfect, further cementing his place in the entertainment industry.

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Wiki Facts & About Data
Full Name:	Ian Fang Wei Jie
Stage Name:	Ian Fang
Born:	13 December 1989 (age 34 years old)
Place of Birth:	Shanghai, China
Education:	Republic Polytechnic, Bendemeer Secondary School
Nationality:	Chinese, Singaporean
Height:	1.81 m
Parents:	Fang Pei Pei
Siblings:	Yixin Fang
Spouse:	Not Married
Girlfriend • Partner:	Carrie Wong (rum.), Rebecca Lim (rum.)
Children:	N/A
Occupation:	Actor • TV Personality
Net Worth:	$3 million

Early Life & Education

Ian Fang Wei Jie, a renowned Chinese actor, was born in Shanghai, China, on December 13th, 1989. His mother, Fang Pei Pei, raised him and his younger sister, Yixin Fang, alone after their parents’ divorce in 1993, which was caused by the problems arising from their long-distance relationship. Despite being a full-blooded Chinese man, he holds Singaporean citizenship.

After the separation, Ian Fang and his sister remained with their mother, who worked tirelessly to provide for them. In 2002, he relocated to Singapore and began his education at Stamford Primary School before moving to Bendemeer Secondary School. He later graduated from Republic Polytechnic, receiving an Electronic and Computer Engineering diploma.

Ian Fang‘s exceptional talent as an actor was first recognized in 2013 when he played a student struggling to make ends meet after losing his grandmother in the drama series Don’t Stop Believin’. He received the prestigious Best Newcomer Award for outstanding performance at the annual Star Awards Ceremony. In addition, he has also starred in the 2011 drama On the Fringe, which later spawned the film Imperfect, starring the same cast. Furthermore, he has been honored as one of the eight Dukes of Caldecott Hill.

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Personal Life

In 2019, an alleged leak of explicit text messages between actress Carrie Wong and actor Ian Fang sparked rumors of a sexual affair between the two. The leaked messages also contained derogatory remarks about fellow actor Lawrence Wong.

Carrie Wong and Ian Fang had previously been in a relationship before their highly publicized breakup, in which they accused each other of infidelity.

Furthermore, Ian Fang has been the subject of rumors surrounding his romantic relationships, including reports that he was dating fellow actress Rebecca Lim. Rebecca Lim is now engaged to her long-time boyfriend, and neither she nor Ian Fang has publicly addressed the rumor. 

Ian Fang is not married and has no child.

Career

Ian Fang‘s acting journey began in 2011 with his debut in the thrilling police drama C.L.I.F. He portrayed a wealthy and entitled youngster who orchestrates a series of bombings, ultimately leading himself into perilous waters.

His big-screen debut came a year later in the film Imperfect, where he showcased his versatility in the character he portrayed. In the same year, he featured in the movie Show Hand, sharing screen space with veteran actor Christopher Lee, and in the drama Don’t Stop Believin’.

Ian Fang‘s outstanding performance in C.L.I.F. earned him the coveted Best Newcomer award at the Star Awards 2013. He also hosted the travelogue My Working Holiday, where he worked in various countries in exchange for food and shelter, earning him a nomination for Best Info-Ed Host at the Star Awards 20.

Ian Fang‘s career gained momentum when he was nominated for Best Supporting Actor at the Star Awards 2016 for his performance in the critically acclaimed series Tiger Mum, which went on to win the Best Drama award. He was also the lead actor in Channel U’s Served H.O.T. in 2014, and the same year, he was cast in Tay Ping Hui‘s sports-themed movie Meeting The Giant. He debuted his rap with his first single, 1st Attempt, featuring Sylvester Sim on vocals.

The following year, Ian Fang was again nominated for Best Supporting Actor at the Star Awards 2017 for his outstanding performance as Lin Zi Jie in the series The Dream Job. His second single, Still Me, featuring Desmond Ng, was also released.

In 2018, Ian Fang was nominated for Best Supporting Actor at the Star Awards for his role in Till We Meet Again as Shuai Ge. His popularity also soared, with him being named one of the top ten most popular male artists in 2015 and 2017.

Net Worth

Ian Fang has an estimated net worth of $3 million. He made his fortune through his successful career in both acts. He has appeared in many other successful dramas and films, solidifying his status as a top actor in Asia.

Ian Fang’s success in acting and music has made him one of the most popular celebrities in Asia. In addition to his acting career, he is also a successful musician. He debuted as a singer in 2016 and has released several singles.

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @Ian_ianization
• Twitter handle: @Ian_ianization

Filmography

• Imperfect
• On The Fringe
• Rescue 995 995
• Show Hand
• The Dream Makers
• Don’t Stop Believin’
• Sudden
• Served H.O.T
• World At Your Feet
• Tiger Mum
• Life – Fear Not
• The Dream Job
• Soul Reaper
• Eat Already
• Hero

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