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Cheryl Chou (born 15 March 1996) is a Singaporean actress, TV host, model and beauty pageant titleholder. She joined the entertainment industry after being crowned Miss Universe Singapore 2016.[2]
Key Information
Early and personal life
[edit]Chou was born and raised in Singapore before moving at the age of 8 to Shanghai, China, where she stayed for 10 years. She studied at the Shanghai Singapore International School and graduated with an IB Diploma at 18.
Both her parents are based in Shanghai. Her mother runs a wine machine distribution business and her father is an operations manager.[3][4]
Chou spent her freshman year of college at the Savannah College of Art and Design, majoring in Fashion Marketing and Management. She then moved back to Singapore and attended LASALLE College of the Arts, majoring in BA (Hons) Fashion Media and Industries.
Aside from being able to speak fluent English and Mandarin, she is also able to converse effectively in Cantonese.[citation needed]
She also has a nickname of "Song Hye-kyo of Singapore" and can professionally play guitar.[citation needed]
Career
[edit]Miss Universe
[edit]In 2016, Chou entered the Miss Universe Singapore pageant, where she won the title of Miss Universe Singapore 2016.[5]
The judges found her answer to the question "What do you believe is the essence of a true Singapore woman?" during the Q&A segment to be the best of the lot.[4] Her response was: "A woman who is confident in her own skin and not afraid of failure and to follow her dreams."
She represented Singapore at Miss Universe 2016 competition in Manila, Philippines,[6] but was unplaced.
Acting and hosting
[edit]Chou has hosting experience in Hong Kong by hosting a travel programme namely the "Beautivels".
On 13 April 2023, she signed a contract with The Celebrity Agency (TCA), officially joining Mediacorp.[7][8]
Filmography
[edit]Television series
[edit]| Year | Title | Role | Network | Notes | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | VIC | Queenie | Toggle | [9] | |
| 29 February (229明天见) | Tang Shuangying | Mediacorp Channel 8 | [10] | ||
| 2019 | Fried Rice Paradise | Girly Danker | Mediacorp Channel 5 | [11][12] | |
| 2020 | Adulting | Clarissa | meWATCH | [13] | |
| Love By Numbers | Jane | [14] | |||
| 2021 | My Star Bride | Xiao Songya | Mediacorp Channel 8 | ||
| Reunion | Jasmine Yeh | meWATCH | [15] | ||
| Lightspeed | Charlene | [16] | |||
| The Cutting Edge | Zoe Song | [17] | |||
| Love at First Flight 2 | Claudia | YouTube | [18] | ||
| 2022 | Soul Doctor (灵医) | Chloe Lam | meWATCH | ||
| Soul Detective | Mediacorp Channel 8 | ||||
| 2023 | Strike Gold | Kerin Chong | |||
| Silent Walls | Angela | ||||
| Shero | Zhou Jingyu | ||||
| 2024 | Love on a Shoestring (完全省钱恋爱手册) | Elly | Mediacorp Channel U & TVBS | ||
| Furever Yours (宠他，还是爱我？) | Zhang Wenyu | Mediacorp Channel 8 | |||
| 2025 | Devil Behind The Gate (庭外的一角) | Fang Ai Xin | Mediacorp Channel 8 | ||
| Perfectly Imperfect (活出好命来) | Fan Xiao Wen/When | Mediacorp Channel 8 |
Television shows
[edit]| Year | Title | Role | Network | Notes | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Beautivels (神奇旅俠) | Host | HOY TV | EP3-4 |
Awards and nominations
[edit]| Year | Organisation | Category | Nominated work | Result | Ref |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Star Awards | Top 3 Most Popular Rising Stars | — | Nominated | |
| 2024 | Star Awards | Top 3 Most Popular Rising Stars | — | Nominated | |
| 2025 | Star Awards | Top 10 Most Popular Female Artistes | — | Nominated | [19] |
References
[edit]- ^ "Cheryl Chou – Basic Artistes". Archived from the original on 25 January 2023. Retrieved 22 January 2020.
- ^ "Miss Universe S'pore winner wows crowd with fearless answer". The New Paper. 17 October 2016. Retrieved 11 July 2018.
- ^ "Cheryl Chou: My mum, my best friend". The New Paper. 23 January 2017. Retrieved 13 July 2018.
- ^ a b hermes (7 July 2017). "Miss Singapore Universe 2016 prepares to hand over crown". The Straits Times. Retrieved 13 July 2018.
- ^ "Cheryl Chou wins Miss Universe Singapore 2016, SPH Events, Event Updates". SPH Media Solutions. 1 October 2016. Retrieved 4 January 2023.
- ^ Chan, Rachel (21 January 2017). "Miss Universe Singapore is having a ball". The New Paper. Retrieved 11 November 2020.
- ^ ""环球小姐"周智慧签约新传媒 盼与白薇秀、吴俐璇再合作！". 8world Entertainment Lifestyle (in Chinese). 13 April 2023. Retrieved 13 April 2023.
- ^ "Ase Wang and former Miss Universe Singapore Cheryl Chou among new additions to Mediacorp's The Celebrity Agency". CNA. 13 April 2023. Retrieved 15 April 2023.
- ^ Leong, Audrey (18 May 2018). "Former Miss Universe Singapore contestants reunite for web series". The New Paper. Retrieved 31 October 2020.
- ^ 李妙音, 文 / (24 September 2018). "拍完《229明天见》 周智慧转往香港打拼". 早报 (in Simplified Chinese). Retrieved 31 October 2020.
- ^ "Dick Lee's 'Fried Rice Paradise' The TV Series Is A Lot More Sinister Than The Original Musical". TODAYonline. Retrieved 31 October 2020.
- ^ "Inside The Mind Of Cheryl Chou — NYLON's September 2019 Digital Cover Girl". NYLON SINGAPORE. 1 September 2019. Retrieved 31 October 2020.
- ^ "Adulting". meWATCH. Retrieved 31 October 2020.
- ^ "Love By Numbers Show Info". meWATCH. Retrieved 31 October 2020.
- ^ Tseng, Douglas (10 May 2021). "Reunion's Shawn Thia On Christopher Lee As A Role Model: "He Ages Like Fine Wine"". Today (Singapore newspaper). Retrieved 10 September 2021.
- ^ Tseng, Douglas (22 May 2021). "Stuff To Watch This Week (May 24-30, 2021)". 8 Days. Retrieved 10 September 2021.
- ^ Tseng, Douglas (30 August 2021). "Stuff To Watch This Week (Aug 30-Sept 5, 2021)". 8 Days. Retrieved 10 September 2021.
- ^ Low, Harvey (23 September 2021). "Meet the robots of Changi Airport and Jewel". nowboarding.changiairport.com. Retrieved 27 September 2021.
- ^ Wong, Bryan (21 May 2025). "Who are the 165 hopefuls vying for the popularity awards at Star Awards 2025?". CNA Lifestyle. Retrieved 21 July 2025.
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Early life and education
Childhood and family background
Cheryl Chou was born on 15 March 1996 in Singapore as an only child to Singaporean parents.[6] Her mother, Carol Chou, runs a wine machine distribution business, while her father works as an operations manager; both were based in Shanghai, providing a supportive family environment that emphasized education and cultural adaptability.[7][8] Chou shares a particularly close bond with her mother, whom she describes as her best friend, with the two maintaining daily communication and her mother frequently traveling from Shanghai to Singapore to offer encouragement during key moments in Chou's life.[7] At the age of eight, Chou's family relocated to Suzhou, China, for three years before moving to Shanghai, where they lived for approximately seven more years, totaling a decade abroad that profoundly shaped her multicultural upbringing.[9] This period immersed her in a diverse international school setting, fostering early exposure to varied cultures and lifestyles while her parents pursued professional opportunities in China.[3] The family's supportive dynamics during this transition helped Chou navigate the challenges of relocation, maintaining strong ties to her Singaporean roots alongside her growing familiarity with Chinese environments.[7] As a child, Chou exhibited introverted traits, often preferring solitary activities such as reading in libraries, which reflected her thoughtful personality amid her multicultural experiences.[10] She developed strong multilingual abilities, becoming proficient in English, Mandarin, and Cantonese, with some knowledge of Shanghainese and ongoing efforts to learn Hokkien, skills honed through her time in Singapore and China.[10] Local media later nicknamed her the "Song Hye-kyo of Singapore" for her striking resemblance in appearance and poised demeanor to the South Korean actress, a moniker that emerged from early public perceptions of her elegance and intensity.[10]Formal education and early interests
Chou attended the Shanghai Singapore International School in Shanghai, where she spent seven years and completed the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme in 2014.[11] During her time at the school, she developed an interest in fashion, which she identified as her chosen industry, and demonstrated leadership by creating and supervising an after-school activity program called "Operation: FIT."[11] She also built public speaking skills through class presentations and by sharing her IB Personal Project during school assemblies.[11] After graduating, Chou enrolled at the Savannah College of Art and Design's Hong Kong campus for her freshman year, majoring in Fashion Marketing and Merchandising.[2] She later transferred to LASALLE College of the Arts in Singapore, where she pursued a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Fashion Media and Industries.[9] Her academic focus on fashion and media deepened her early interests in creative fields, including performing arts such as singing and playing the guitar.[1] These studies provided foundational skills in visual communication and content creation, directly fostering her passion for entertainment.[3]Career
Entry into pageantry and Miss Universe
During her fashion studies, Cheryl Chou's interest in public presentation and self-expression grew, motivating her to embrace adventure, take risks, and leverage a platform for social influence. She entered the Miss Universe Singapore 2016 pageant to challenge her tomboyish upbringing and promote positive body image based on her personal experiences with self-perception hurdles.[11][9][12] Chou's preparation for the national pageant involved intensive training sessions focused on poise, public speaking, and runway walking, which she supplemented by practicing in heels at home every evening to build confidence. On October 16, 2016, she was crowned Miss Universe Singapore 2016 at the Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel, defeating 14 other finalists and succeeding Lisa Marie White; the victory earned her a $10,000 cash prize, beauty services worth $24,000, and dental treatments up to $20,000. Her fashion education proved instrumental in honing skills for the competition's emphasis on style and presentation.[13][8] As Miss Universe Singapore, Chou represented her country at the 65th Miss Universe pageant held in Manila, Philippines, on January 29, 2017, where she competed among 86 delegates but did not place in the top 15. Her regimen leading up to the event included circuit training six days a week, a disciplined diet, and weight loss of 8 kilograms over four months to meet the physical demands, alongside public appearances and interviews to build her profile. Challenges during the competition encompassed early-morning preparations—such as rising at 2:45 a.m. for the preliminaries—and the high-pressure environment of international scrutiny, which left her feeling slightly disappointed with her overall performance despite the invaluable global exposure.[1][7][14] The pageant experience catapulted Chou into the spotlight in Singapore, generating significant media attention and opening immediate opportunities for endorsements and public engagements, which she credited with personal growth and broader societal impact.[8]Acting breakthrough and television roles
Cheryl Chou made her acting debut in 2018, portraying the character Queenie, a competitive online floral shop owner and top contestant in the modeling competition series VIC, a Mediacorp production broadcast on Toggle.[1][6] This role marked her entry into scripted television following her pageant success, which provided initial visibility for auditions in Singapore's entertainment scene.[15] As a newcomer, Chou faced challenges navigating bilingual productions, requiring proficiency in both English and Mandarin to portray diverse characters across Mediacorp's Channel 5 and Channel 8 series.[3] Her early career featured supporting roles in both English and Mandarin dramas, including Girly Danker in Fried Rice Paradise (2019) on Channel 5, a musical adaptation centered on a singing competition. She continued with Jasmine Yeh in the 2021 thriller Reunion on meWATCH, where she depicted a teenager grappling with a tragic camping incident, and Zoe Song in the same year's The Cutting Edge on Channel 5, a story centered on the high-stakes world of celebrity hairdressing.[16][1] In 2021, she also appeared as Xiao Songya in the romantic comedy My Star Bride on Channel 8, playing the ex-girlfriend of a key character in a narrative about cross-cultural marriages.[1] These roles established Chou as a versatile supporting actress, transitioning from minor parts to more layered performances amid the demands of bilingual scripting and ensemble casts.[3] On April 13, 2023, Chou signed with Mediacorp's The Celebrity Agency, a pivotal move that expanded her opportunities in lead and prominent roles within the network.[17] This affiliation led to increased visibility, including her portrayal of Kerin in the 2023 Channel 8 drama Strike Gold, a legal thriller involving a heartland competition lawsuit; Zhou Jingyu in the action-thriller SHERO, where she played a female bodyguard utilizing her cinematic martial arts training; and Angela in the same year's thriller Silent Walls, where she contributed to a multi-generational mystery in a haunted house.[1][18][3] By 2025, Chou had progressed to more demanding lead roles, such as Fang Aixin in Devil Behind the Gate on Channel 8, an emotionally intense character from a wealthy family masking deep loneliness, which she described as her most draining performance to date.[19] These advancements solidified her reputation as a rising talent in Singaporean television, recognized for handling complex emotional and action-oriented narratives.[3]Hosting, modeling, and endorsements
Chou made her hosting debut in 2020 with the travel program Beautivels, a production by Hong Kong-based i-Cable Communications that showcased destinations across Asia.[1] She has since hosted corporate events, including a presentation for DBS Bank, leveraging her multilingual skills in English, Mandarin, and Cantonese to engage diverse audiences.[20] Additionally, Chou has emceed brand events for luxury labels such as Lancôme, Armani Beauty, Fenty Beauty, and Puma, blending her pageant poise with on-stage charisma.[21] In modeling, Chou gained early prominence through runway appearances tied to her Miss Universe Singapore title, including a swimsuit fashion show at Jpark Island Resort and Waterpark in Cebu, Philippines, in January 2017 during preliminary competitions.[22] That same year, she featured on the cover of Shape magazine's December issue, highlighting her fitness and style in a shoot that marked one of her first major print campaigns.[23] Her background in fashion marketing and merchandising from the Savannah College of Art and Design has informed her versatile work across commercial and editorial shoots.[4] Chou's endorsement portfolio includes high-profile partnerships in the fashion and beauty sectors, notably as a brand ambassador for BONIA Singapore in 2025, where she promoted the Floral Odyssey collection alongside fellow Mediacorp artiste Zhang Ze Tong.[24] These deals often draw from her pageant experience and educational expertise in fashion, positioning her as a relatable figure for lifestyle brands. Following her April 2023 signing with Mediacorp's The Celebrity Agency, Chou expanded into digital content creation on platforms like TikTok, producing humor-infused videos that enhance her personal branding while balancing modeling commitments with acting and hosting.[1] Her scripted roles have occasionally provided crossover visibility, amplifying opportunities in unscripted formats.[1]Filmography
Drama series
Cheryl Chou began her acting career in television dramas in 2018, featuring in both English-language series on Mediacorp's Channel 5 and Toggle, as well as Mandarin productions on Channel 8. Her roles often highlight her bilingual capabilities, with many series produced by Mediacorp. The following provides a chronological catalog of her drama series credits through 2025, including guest appearances and supporting roles.- 2018: VIC – Role: Queenie, 13 episodes, Mediacorp Toggle bilingual production focusing on fashion and modeling competition.[1]
- 2018: 29th February (229 明天见) – Role: Tang Shuang Ying, 20 episodes, Mediacorp Channel 8 Mandarin drama.[6]
- 2021: Reunion – Role: Jasmine Yeh, 13 episodes, Mediacorp Channel 5 English drama about family reunions.[4][1]
- 2019: Fried Rice Paradise – Role: Girly Danker, 13 episodes, Mediacorp Channel 5 English musical adaptation of Dick Lee's work.[1]
- 2021: My Star Bride – Role: Xiao Song Ya, 20 episodes, Mediacorp Channel 8 Mandarin romantic comedy.[25][6]
- 2021: The Cutting Edge – Role: Zoe Song, 5 episodes, Mediacorp Channel 5 English mini-series on workplace dynamics.[26][4]
- 2023: SHERO – Role: Zhou Jingyu, 20 episodes, Mediacorp Channel 8 Mandarin action drama featuring female bodyguards.[15][3]
- 2023: Strike Gold (黄金巨塔) – Role: Queenie, 25 episodes, Mediacorp Channel 8 Mandarin business drama.[1][6]
- 2023: Silent Walls – Role: Angela (supporting), 13 episodes, Mediacorp Suria bilingual production.[4][1]
- 2024: Hell-O? (范特警) – Role: Fan Te Jing, 20 episodes, Mediacorp Channel 8 Mandarin mystery drama.[27][6]
- 2024: Furever Yours – Role: Zhang Wenyu, 18 episodes, Mediacorp Channel 8 Mandarin family drama involving pets.[28][6]
- 2025: Perfectly Imperfect (活出好命来) – Role: Fan Xiao Wen / When, 25 episodes, Mediacorp Channel 8 Mandarin supernatural comedy.[29]
- 2024: Love on a Shoestring (完全省钱恋爱手册) – Role: Elly (supporting), 24 episodes, Taiwanese drama co-produced with Mediacorp elements.[25][30]
- 2025: Devil Behind The Gate (庭外的一角) – Role: Fang Ai Xin, 20 episodes, Mediacorp Channel 8 Mandarin legal drama.[19]
- 2025: The Leftovers – Role: Supporting cast (specific character undisclosed), 13 episodes (Season 1), Mediacorp Channel 8 Mandarin anthology series.[31]