Jacky Cheung - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | July 10, 1961 |
|---|---|
| Age | 63 |
| Birthplace | Quarry Bay, British Hong Kong |
| Zodiac Sign | Cancer |
| Chinese Zodiac | Ox |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Being one of the 'Four Heavenly Kings' of Cantopop, award-winning music career, and roles in Hong Kong cinema. |
Intro
Jacky Cheung is a renowned Hong Kong singer, songwriter, and actor, widely recognized as one of the 'Four Heavenly Kings' of Hong Kong pop music. Known for his powerful vocals and prolific career, Cheung is considered among the most accomplished and influential Cantopop artists of all time.
Early Life & Background
Jacky Cheung was born in Quarry Bay, Hong Kong, on July 10, 1961. He grew up in a modest family environment. Before his music career, he worked as a reservation officer for an airline. He gained recognition by winning the Amateur 18-Hong Kong district singing contest in 1984, launching his path into the entertainment industry.
Career Highlights
- Won TVB's 18 Districts Singing Competition in 1984, marking his entry into the music industry.
- Regarded as one of the 'Four Heavenly Kings' of Cantopop in the 1990s, alongside Andy Lau, Aaron Kwok, and Leon Lai.
- Has sold over 25 million records worldwide, making him one of Asia's best-selling music artists.
- Holds the Guinness World Record for the largest combined audience for a live act in 12 months (over 2 million in 2010-2012 '1/2 Century Tour').
- Award-winning film actor, appearing in movies like 'As Tears Go By' (1988) and 'Perhaps Love' (2005).
Trivia
- Jacky Cheung is often referred to as the 'God of Songs' (歌神) in Chinese-speaking communities.
- He is known for his Mandarin and Cantonese albums, achieving popularity across Hong Kong, Taiwan, Mainland China, and Southeast Asia.
- His concerts are noted for elaborate stage designs and high vocal performance standards.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Jacky Cheung?
Jacky Cheung is 63 years old.
When was Jacky Cheung born?
Jacky Cheung was born the 10 July 1961.
Where is Jacky Cheung from?
Quarry Bay, British Hong Kong.
On His Birth-Day
About July 10th, 1961, in brief:
- Historical events: On July 10, 1961, the Soviet spacecraft Vostok 1 was launched, carrying cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin into space. This historic mission marked humanity's first crewed spaceflight, representing a monumental achievement in space exploration and a significant milestone in the Cold War-era Space Race. Gagarin became an international hero, orbiting the Earth for 108 minutes and proving that human space travel was possible.
- Day of the week: July 10th, 1961 was a Monday
- Zodiac Sign: Cancer (in western zodiac), Ox (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase: Waning crescent
- #1 US song: Tossin' And Turnin' by Bobby Lewis
- #1 UK song: Runaway by Del Shannon
- Popular movie: El Cid directed by Anthony Mann
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