Tang Wei is a Chinese actress who rose to international prominence with her breakthrough role in Ang Lee’s Lust, Caution (2007). Known for her elegant screen presence, emotional depth, and ability to move fluidly between Chinese, Hong Kong, and Korean cinema, she has earned critical acclaim across Asia and beyond. In 2026 she remains one of the most respected performers of her generation, balancing major film roles with a private family life.
Tang Wei was born on October 7, 1979, in Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China. As she is 46 years old. She holds Chinese (Hong Kong) citizenship and her zodiac sign is Libra.
Personal Details
| Full Name | Tang Wei (湯唯 / 汤唯) |
| Nickname | Rebecca Tang |
| Profession | Actress |
| Date of Birth | 7 October 1979 |
| Age | 46 |
| Birthplace | Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China |
| Nationality | Chinese (Hong Kong residency/citizenship) |
| Friends | Lee Sang-hee (이상희) |
| Zodiac Sign | Libra |
| Current Residence | Primarily Beijing / divides time with Korea and Hong Kong |
| Qualification | Bachelor’s degree in Directing, Central Academy of Drama |
Career
Tang Wei began her career with modeling and small television roles in the early 2000s. Her film debut came in 2004 with Police Flower Yanzi. International recognition arrived when Ang Lee cast her as Wang Jiazhi in Lust, Caution (2007) after an extensive search involving thousands of actresses. The performance brought her the Golden Horse Award for Best New Performer and widespread attention, though the film’s explicit content led to a temporary ban on her work in mainland China.
She staged a successful comeback with Hong Kong and international projects, including Crossing Hennessy (2010) and the Korean film Late Autumn (2010), directed by her future husband Kim Tae-yong. Subsequent notable works include the romantic hit Finding Mr. Right (2013), The Golden Era (2014), Bi Gan’s Long Day’s Journey into Night (2018), and Park Chan-wook’s Decision to Leave (2022), for which she won major Korean awards including Best Actress at the Baeksang Arts Awards and Blue Dragon Film Awards—the first non-Korean actress to achieve several of these honors.
In recent years she starred in Wonderland (2024) and continues to take selective roles. She is attached to Park Chan-wook’s upcoming Hollywood western The Brigands of Rattlecreek. Tang has also appeared in the historical drama Ming Dynasty (2019) and maintains a reputation for choosing artistically ambitious projects.
Tang Wei Husband
Tang Wei married South Korean director Kim Tae-yong in 2014 after meeting on the set of Late Autumn. The couple held a private ceremony in Sweden (at the Bergman House on Fårö island) followed by a family gathering in Hong Kong. They have two children: a daughter named Summer (born August 2016 in Hong Kong) and a son born in July 2026 (also in Hong Kong). The family keeps a relatively low public profile, dividing time between China, Korea, and Hong Kong.
Physical Appearance
| Height | 5′ 7¾″ / 172 cm |
| Weight | Approx. 52 kg / 115 lbs |
| Eye Color | Dark brown |
| Hair Color | Black |
| Body Type | Slim |
Tang Wei Drama List
Selected Films
- Lust, Caution (2007) – Wang Jiazhi / Mrs. Mak
- Crossing Hennessy (2010) – Leading role
- Late Autumn (2010) – Leading role
- Finding Mr. Right (2013) – Jia Jia
- The Golden Era (2014) – Xiao Hong
- Blackhat (2015) – Chen Lien
- Office (2015) – Sophie
- Long Day’s Journey into Night (2018) – Wan Qiwen
- The Whistleblower (2019) – Zhou Siliang
- Decision to Leave (2022) – Song Seo-rae
- Wonderland (2024) – Bai Li
Selected Television
- Silent Tears (2006) – Supporting role
- Ming Dynasty (2019) – Sun Ruowei
Tang Wei Net Worth
Tang Wei’s estimated net worth in 2026 is in the range of $10–30 million USD, according to various public estimates. Exact figures are not officially confirmed. Her income primarily comes from high-profile film roles in Chinese, Hong Kong, and Korean productions, international collaborations, brand endorsements (particularly luxury fashion and beauty), and residual earnings from critically acclaimed work. She maintains a selective approach to projects rather than high-volume commercial output.
FAQs
Who is Tang Wei?
She is a Chinese actress best known for Lust, Caution (2007) and the Korean film Decision to Leave (2022).
How old is Tang Wei ?
She is 46 years old (born October 7, 1979).
Is Tang Wei married?
Yes. She has been married to South Korean director Kim Tae-yong since 2014. They have a daughter and a son.
What is Tang Wei’s most famous role?
Her breakthrough performance as Wang Jiazhi in Ang Lee’s Lust, Caution, followed by widespread acclaim for Song Seo-rae in Decision to Leave.
Has she won major awards?
Has she won major awards? Yes. Notable wins include the Golden Horse Award for Best New Performer, Best Actress at the Baeksang Arts Awards and Blue Dragon Film Awards (for Decision to Leave), and other Asian film honors.
Where does she live?
She divides time primarily between Beijing, Korea (with her husband), and Hong Kong.