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Yang Libing
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Yang Libing (Chinese: 杨莉冰, born 13 November 1965), also known as Emily Yeo, is a former Singaporean Mediacorp actress. She was prominently a full-time artiste from 1983 to 2009.
Key Information
Career
[edit]Yang first entered the entertainment industry in 1984 after she completed the SBC's drama training course with her older sister Yang Lina.[1] She starred in the long-running hit drama Wok of Life and won the Best Supporting Actress award at the Star Awards in 1999.
Yang left the entertainment industry in 2009 to focus on business and operated a hair salon with her sister Yang Lina which was opened in 2004.
Yang has appeared in several of MediaCorp's anniversary events and was one of many former artistes present at the Star Awards 2012.[2]
Personal life
[edit]Yang studied at Nan Chiau High School.[3]
Yang married actor Li Nanxing in 1994 after co-starring with him in several drama series. They divorced in 2004 citing irreconcilable differences.[4]
Yang's sister, Yang Lina, died of uterine cancer in 2010.[5]
Filmography
[edit]| Year | Title | Role | Notes | Ref |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Perfect Cut 2 | Cameo | ||
| 2006 | C.I.D. | Liu Cailian 刘彩莲 | ||
| 2004 | An Ode to Life | Zhang Wensi 张文思 | ||
| The Crime Hunters | Sherry | |||
| 2003 | Home in Toa Payoh | Wu Jinxiu 吴锦绣 | ||
| My Home, My Love 同一屋檐下 | ||||
| 2002 | Fantasy 星梦情真 | Lin Li 林俐 | ||
| Bukit Ho Swee | Zeng Xiu Zhen 曾秀珍 | |||
| Health Matters 2 一切由慎开始 II | Lin Xiang Feng's Wife 林祥丰妻子 | |||
| 2001 | The Hotel | Lychee | ||
| Beyond the Axis of Truth | Song Shan Ni 宋珊妮 | |||
| Love Me, Love Me Not | Chen Yu Ling 陈玉玲 | Cameo | ||
| 2000 | Dare to Strike 扫冰者 | Xiao Ru 小茹 | ||
| The Tax Files 流金税月 | Wu Lin Yu 吴林玉 | |||
| 1999 | Darling-In-Law 我的岳母是巫婆 | Chantilly | Cameo | |
| Wok of Life | Zeng Haolian 曾浩莲 | |||
| From the Medical Files 2 医生档案II | Mrs. Lim 林太太 | |||
| 1998 | On the Edge - Man of Lust 边缘档案 之《艺术无价》 | Lu Xiao Fang 卢小芳 | ||
| Singapore Short Stories 2 - Paper House 小说剧场 II 之《梦幻之屋》 | Yi Lian 依莲 | |||
| 1997 | From the Medical Files 医生档案 | Ida | ||
| The Other Parent 妈妈先生 | Pan Yu Qing 潘玉清 | |||
| Crimes and Tribulations 狮城奇案录 之《情书圣手》 | Fang Qiu Yan 方秋燕 | |||
| 1996 | Mirror of Life 实况剧场 之《三水红头巾》 | He San Feng 何三凤 | ||
| River of Love 风雨柴船头 | Liu Shu Luan 刘淑鸾 | |||
| Beyond Dawn 女子监狱 | Li Xiu Li 李秀丽 | |||
| 1995 | Sparks of Life 生命火花 | Liu Tian Na 刘天娜 | ||
| The Golden Pillow | Hua Jin Qiu 花锦秋 | |||
| Neighbourhood Heroes 大英雄小人物 | Huang Gui Hua 黄桂花 | |||
| 1994 | A Chance of Life 生死一线 | Hu Lan 胡兰 |
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| Fiery Of Lover 烈火情人 | Wen Jing 文靖 | |||
| Twin Bliss 龙凤呈祥 | Monica | |||
| Challenge of Truth 铁证柔情 | Yu Zhen Zhen 余珍珍 |
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| 1993 | The Witty Advisor 金牌师爷 | Female Robber 雌大盗 | Cameo | |
| The Brave One 荡寇英雄 | Zheng Xiao Hua 郑小花 | |||
| 1992 | Lady Steel 激情女大亨 | Ye Jia Jia 叶佳佳 | ||
| The Male Syndrome 妙男正传 | Li Feng Jiao 黎凤娇 | |||
| Changing Fortunes 爱情乒乓球 | Lin Mei Man 林美满 | |||
| 1991 | The Darkest Hour 列血青春 | Pang Li Lian 庞丽莲 | ||
| 1989 | Turn of the Tide 浮沉 | Gu Xiu Zhen 古秀珍 | [6] | |
| 1988 | Strange Encounters 2 奇缘2 之《心锁》 | Xue Er 雪儿 | ||
| Mystery 迷离夜 之《梦》 | Wei Qi 韦琪 | |||
| Airforce | Mei Qi 美琪 | |||
| On the Fringe | Zhang Xiao Hua 张小花 | [7] | ||
| Star Maiden 飞越银河 | Du Mei 杜玫 | |||
| 1987 | Moving On 变迁 | May | ||
| Painted Faces 戏班 | Miss Yang 杨小姐 | |||
| Sunshine After Rain 雨过天晴 | Chen Ya Rong 陈雅蓉 | |||
| 1986 | Crossroads 红绿灯 之《黄昏》 | Lu Jing Ying 陆晶莹 | ||
| Happy Trio 青春123 | Zhang Man Ling 张曼玲 | |||
| 1985 | Takeover 人在旅途 | Ah Bing 阿冰 | ||
| Unyielding Butterflies 铁蝴蝶 | Xiao Tao Hong 小桃红 | |||
| 1984 | Pursuit 怒海萍踪 | Huang Sheng Nan 黄胜男 | ||
| Youth 年轻人 之《南游记》 | Li Shu Yan 李淑燕 | [6] |
Awards and nominations
[edit]| Year | Awards | Category | Nominated work | Result | Ref |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | Star Awards | Best Supporting Actress | Challenge of Truth | Nominated | |
| 1996 | Star Awards | Best Supporting Actress | The Golden Pillow | Nominated | |
| 1997 | Star Awards | Best Supporting Actress | River of Love | Nominated | |
| 1999 | Star Awards | Best Supporting Actress | Wok of Life | Won |
References
[edit]- ^ "Yang Lina dies of cancer". The Straits Times. March 22, 2010. Archived from the original on 2010-03-24. Retrieved 2010-03-28.
- ^ "Life after television: Whatever happened to..." Channel NewsAsia. 23 April 2012. Archived from the original on 17 June 2012. Retrieved 24 September 2012.
- ^ Tan, Yi-ling (4 March 1997). "Nan Chiau alumni to mark school's 50 years". The Straits Times. pp. L6.
- ^ "Top Celeb Divorces: Hollywood vs Local". xin.msn.com. 22 October 2010. Archived from the original on 15 November 2010. Retrieved 24 September 2012.
- ^ "Former Mediacorp actress Yang Lina dies of cancer". AsiaOne. 21 March 2010. Archived from the original on 21 February 2013. Retrieved 24 September 2012.
- ^ a b Guan, Libing (6 October 1989). "Seeing double". The Straits Times. pp. S2.3.
- ^ Lam, Jenny (15 April 1988). "THE YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS". The Straits Times. p. 1. Archived from the original on 5 September 2023. Retrieved 5 September 2023 – via NewspaperSG.
Yang Libing
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Early life
Birth and family
Yang Libing, whose Chinese name is 杨莉冰 (Yáng Lìbīng), was born on 13 November 1965 in Singapore. She is known professionally by her stage name, Emily Yeo.[5] As an ethnic Chinese Singaporean, her family background reflects the multicultural fabric of the city-state's Chinese community.[1] Libing's immediate family included her older sister, Yang Lina, who was also a prominent actress in Singapore's media industry.[1] The sisters entered the entertainment scene around the same time in the early 1980s, sharing a close sibling bond that extended into their professional lives.[1] Yang Lina passed away on March 20, 2010, at the age of 47, after battling cervical cancer; she died in the home of her younger sister, Yang Libing.[1] No other siblings are documented in available records.Education
Yang Libing attended Nan Chiau High School for her secondary education in Singapore. In the early 1980s, she enrolled in and completed a drama training course offered by the Singapore Broadcasting Corporation (SBC), which provided her foundational skills in acting and served as her primary entry point into the entertainment industry.[6][7] This training was shared with her older sister, Yang Lina, reflecting family support for their shared interest in performing arts.[1] No records indicate that Yang pursued higher education or university studies following her secondary schooling and drama training.Acting career
Training and debut
In the early 1980s, Yang Libing enrolled in the Singapore Broadcasting Corporation's (SBC) drama training course alongside her older sister, Yang Lina, as part of the first batch of local artistes recruited through these classes, which focused on Mandarin drama production and lasted until the late 1980s.[7] Her prior education at Nan Chiau High School contributed to her selection for the program. These training initiatives by SBC, the predecessor to Mediacorp, aimed to develop homegrown talent for television productions. Yang Libing made her debut as a full-time actress in 1984, signing on as a contract actress under SBC and beginning with minor roles in various dramas.[7] Her early appearances included supporting parts in serials such as The Happy Trio (1986), a youth-oriented series depicting teenage challenges.[7] These roles from 1984 to 1987 established her as an emerging talent within SBC's stable of performers, later transitioning under Mediacorp's rebranding.[7]Rise to prominence
Yang Libing's rise to prominence began in the late 1980s with her breakout role in the 1988 SBC Channel 8 drama On the Fringe, a seminal series exploring the struggles of wayward youths in Singapore. Portrayed as one of the central female characters alongside leads like Li Nanxing, Zheng Wanling, and Chen Bifeng, her performance captured the complexities of youthful rebellion and societal pressures, contributing to the show's enduring popularity as an iconic production of the era. This role marked a pivotal shift for Libing, elevating her from earlier minor appearances to a more visible presence in prime-time television.[1] Building on this momentum, Libing continued to secure prominent supporting roles throughout the 1990s, demonstrating her range in family-oriented and dramatic narratives. In 1995, she appeared in the highly rated series The Golden Pillow, a 40-episode saga about ambition, love, and moral dilemmas, where her character added depth to the ensemble cast featuring stars like Zoe Tay and Xie Shaoguang. The production's success underscored her growing reliability in Mediacorp's flagship Chinese-language dramas, as she transitioned toward more substantial supporting parts that highlighted emotional nuance over peripheral involvement.[5][8] Her peak prominence arrived in the early 2000s with the long-running hit Wok of Life (1999), a beloved family drama spanning multiple seasons that chronicled generational stories through culinary and life metaphors. As Zeng Haolian, Libing delivered a standout portrayal of resilience and familial bonds, collaborating once again with Li Nanxing and other Mediacorp stalwarts in a series that resonated deeply with audiences for its relatable themes. During her full-time stint as a Mediacorp actress from 1984 to 2009, these roles exemplified her evolution into a key figure in Channel 8's output, amassing a body of work that solidified her status in Singaporean entertainment.[1][5]Later roles and retirement
Towards the latter part of her acting career, Yang Libing took on supporting roles in several MediaCorp television series, including a appearance in the police drama C.I.D. in 2006.[9] These later projects reflected the resilient, everyday characters she had become known for during her peak, such as her award-winning performance in Wok of Life.[1] Her final acting credit was a guest appearance in the 2009 Channel U series Perfect Cut 2, marking the end of her 25-year tenure in the industry after debuting in 1984.[1][9] Following her retirement from full-time acting that year, Yang Libing maintained a low profile away from the entertainment scene.[1] This event served as a nod to her legacy in the local drama landscape.Personal life
Marriage and divorce
Yang Libing married fellow actor Li Nanxing in 1994, after co-starring with him in multiple MediaCorp drama series such as Sunshine After Rain. Their on-screen chemistry during her rise to prominence in the early 1990s fostered a romantic relationship that culminated in a high-profile wedding, marking a notable union in Singapore's entertainment industry.[2] The marriage endured for over a decade amid growing personal and professional strains, including irreconcilable personality differences and external pressures like financial difficulties from business ventures. The couple separated in November 2004 and formalized their divorce on March 9, 2005, by signing the necessary papers in court. Yang Libing issued a statement requesting space and privacy to navigate the challenging period.[10][2][3] No children were born from the marriage.[2]Family relationships
Yang Libing shared a close professional and personal relationship with her older sister, Yang Lina, who was also a Mediacorp actress active from 1983 to 2009.[1][4] The sisters entered the entertainment industry together, supported by their family, and underwent joint training in their early careers, fostering a strong sibling bond amid their shared pursuits in acting.[1] This bond was tragically tested when Yang Lina passed away on 20 March 2010 from cervical cancer at Yang Libing's home, at the age of 47.[1][4] Yang Libing provided care for her sister during her final years, highlighting the depth of their familial support during illness.[4] The loss profoundly impacted Yang Libing, underscoring the personal toll of their intertwined lives beyond their professional collaborations.[1]Post-acting endeavors
Hair salon business
Following her established acting career, Yang Libing ventured into entrepreneurship by opening a hair salon named De Elements in Toa Payoh, Singapore, in 2004, in partnership with her sister Yang Lina.[11][12] The family-run business served as a collaborative effort between the two sisters, who managed operations while Yang Libing continued part-time acting commitments.[13] The salon operated successfully for approximately five years, providing a stable outlet for the siblings amid their personal and professional transitions.[14] It functioned as a hands-on enterprise where both sisters contributed to daily management, reflecting their close familial bond and shared entrepreneurial spirit.[11] The business concluded around 2010, shortly after Yang Lina's death from cervical cancer on March 20, 2010, at age 47.[15][4] Overwhelmed by grief, Yang Libing chose to sell the salon, lacking the motivation to continue without her sister.[15] This period marked Yang Libing's gradual pivot from the entertainment industry toward full-time business ownership.[14]Real estate career
After closing her hair salon business, which she had operated with her sister from 2004 until around 2010 following her sister's passing, Yang Libing transitioned into real estate in the early 2010s, leveraging her prior entrepreneurial experience to build business acumen.[16] In January 2024, she joined PropNex Realty Pte Ltd as a licensed property agent, marking a new chapter in her professional life beyond entertainment and small business ownership.[17] As an active agent, Yang specializes in residential sales in Singapore, including HDB (Housing and Development Board) properties and new launches in areas like Ang Mo Kio. She promotes listings through social media platforms such as Facebook and TikTok, where she shares details on upcoming projects and client-focused services, emphasizing professional representation and personalized care. Additionally, she participates in industry events to connect with potential buyers and sellers, focusing on residential transactions that have included both sales and rentals over her initial year with the agency.[18][19] In September 2024, Yang was spotted at the annual Mid-Autumn Festival meetup for former SBC (Singapore Broadcasting Corporation) artistes, highlighting her ongoing ties to the entertainment community amid her real estate pursuits. She continues to receive occasional media mentions that recognize her dual legacy in acting and current professional endeavors, underscoring her adaptability in Singapore's dynamic property market as of 2025.[20]Filmography
Television series
Yang Libing's television career with Mediacorp's Chinese-language channels spanned from her debut in 1984 to 2009, encompassing numerous supporting, lead, and guest roles in Chinese-language dramas that often explored themes of family, society, and personal struggles. She was a full-time artiste during this period, contributing to a wide array of series that helped define Singaporean television in the late 20th and early 21st centuries. The following table lists selected notable television series chronologically, highlighting her roles and brief context for each.| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | On The Fringe | Zhang Xiao Hua (supporting) | Portrayed a member of a group of rebellious youths navigating post-graduation challenges in this seminal coming-of-age drama.[2][7] |
| 1995 | The Golden Pillow | Jinqiu (lead) | Played the central character in this family-oriented series focusing on relationships and hardships.[5] |
| 1995 | Sparks of Life | Liu Tianna | Appeared in this drama exploring life's ups and downs, credited as Libing Yang.[5] |
| 1997 | My Wife, Your Wife, Their Wives | Unspecified (supporting) | Contributed to this ensemble comedy-drama about marital dynamics.[5] |
| 1999 | Wok of Life | Mrs. Lin / Ida (supporting) | Featured in the long-running series about community and family bonds at a coffee shop, earning acclaim for her versatile portrayal.[5][2] |
| 2001 | The Hotel | Lychee | Depicted a hotel staff member in this workplace drama centered on hospitality industry intrigues.[5] |
| 2003 | The Risky Bet (Tong yi wu yan xia) | Chen Minyi | Played a key supporting figure in this suspenseful series involving high-stakes decisions.[5] |
| 2006 | C.I.D. | Liu Cailian (guest) | Made a guest appearance as a character tied to a police investigation in this crime procedural.[21] |
| 2009 | Perfect Cut 2 | Cameo | Guest appearance in this drama, marking her final television role.[1] |
Films
Yang Libing's film roles were sparse throughout her career, reflecting a primary focus on television dramas rather than cinema. Her limited forays into feature films occurred later in her acting tenure, with appearances in supporting capacities that showcased her versatility in comedic and dramatic contexts. In 2012, she appeared in the Singaporean comedy-horror film My Ghost Partner (人鬼拍挡), directed by Huang Yiliang. Libing played a supporting role as part of a ensemble cast that included Huang Yiliang as Zhang Shi, Brandon Wong as Yi Fei, and Richard Low, in a story about two incorrigible gamblers who enlist the help of a ghostly partner, leading to chaotic supernatural antics and lessons on greed and friendship. The film, produced on a modest budget, emphasized local humor and cultural elements of gambling culture in Singapore.[22][23] Earlier explorations into film during the 1990s and 2000s were minimal and often overlapped with her television work, but no additional major feature film credits have been documented beyond this late-career project.Awards and nominations
Wins
Yang Libing received her sole acting accolade at the 6th Star Awards, organized by MediaCorp in 1999, where she won the Best Supporting Actress award for her portrayal of Zeng Haolian in the family drama Wok of Life.[1] The ceremony, held on 19 December 1999 at the MediaCorp Caldecott Broadcast Centre, celebrated outstanding performances in Singaporean television serials from the previous year. This victory highlighted her acclaimed performance as a devoted wife and mother, marking her as a notable talent in MediaCorp's stable of artistes during the late 1990s.[1]Nominations
Yang Libing earned three nominations for Best Supporting Actress at the Star Awards during the peak of her acting career in the 1990s.[24][25] In 1995, she was nominated for her portrayal of Yu Zhenzhen in the drama Challenge of Truth.[24][26] The following year, in 1996, Yang received another nomination in the same category for her role as Jinqiu in The Golden Pillow.[25][27] She garnered her third nomination in 1997 for playing Liu Shuluan in River of Love.| Year | Award | Category | Work | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | Star Awards | Best Supporting Actress | Challenge of Truth (Yu Zhenzhen) | Nominated[24] |
| 1996 | Star Awards | Best Supporting Actress | The Golden Pillow (Jinqiu) | Nominated[25] |
| 1997 | Star Awards | Best Supporting Actress | River of Love (Liu Shuluan) | Nominated |