Gemma Chan: The beauty who "crushes" Hollywood stars with her beauty and talent?

Nguyễn KhanhJan 24, 2025 at 12:25

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Gemma Chan, the name that is making waves not only because of her acting talent but also because of her inspiring story about her career journey. This girl with British and Chinese blood has overcome barriers to become the brightest Asian star.

Gemma Chan was born in London in 1982 to a family of Chinese and Scottish descent. Her father is of Hong Kong descent and an engineer, while her mother is of Scottish descent and grew up in Greenock. Despite her bicultural family, Gemma has always felt British. However, as she grew up, she was faced with the challenges of being Asian in a Western society.

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From a young age, Gemma showed a strong passion for the arts, especially acting. However, before choosing this path, she studied law at Worcester University, Oxford. After graduating, Gemma decided to give up a stable job in law to pursue her passion for acting. This decision worried her family, especially her parents, but Gemma was determined to pursue her dream. She enrolled at Drama Centre London, where her acting career officially began.

Despite her passion for acting, Gemma’s early years were not easy. She mostly took on supporting roles in a variety of television and film roles, including popular works such as Doctor Who, Sherlock, True Love, and Secret Diary of a Call Girl. However, her career did not really take off and she still had many difficulties on the road to conquering the big screen.

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During this period, Gemma participated in many independent films such as Exam (2009), Submarine (2010), and Belles Familles (2015), but her name was still not really known to the general audience.

Gemma Chan's career really exploded in 2018 when she starred in the movie Crazy Rich Asians. In this movie, Gemma played Astrid Leong-Teo, a wealthy, classy, and intelligent woman. Her role was not only loved by the audience but also received praise from experts. This movie marked an important turning point in Gemma's career, when she became one of the prominent faces of Hollywood. Crazy Rich Asians was not only a financial success but also a symbol of cultural diversity, as for the first time in 25 years, a major Hollywood movie had an all-Asian main cast.

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Since her role in Crazy Rich Asians, Gemma has continued to prove her talent with roles in popular films such as Captain Marvel (2019) and Marvel's Eternals (2021). She also voiced the character Namaari in the animated film Raya and the Last Dragon (2021), demonstrating her versatility and diversity in the genres she has acted in.

As an Asian actress, Gemma Chan has not been immune to the difficulties and prejudices that the Asian community faces in the Hollywood entertainment industry. Before her current success, Gemma shared that she was often stereotyped as playing roles that were too Asian, making it difficult for her to show her versatility in acting. However, with perseverance and constant effort, Gemma has proven that Asian actors can shine in any role, regardless of ethnicity or background.

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Gemma has always strived not only for herself but also for other Asian actors, hoping that there will be more opportunities for this generation of artists in Hollywood. She shared that although the road to success has not been easy, her career is a testament to the changing Hollywood film industry, embracing diversity and stories from many different cultures.

Unlike her always-on-screen career, Gemma Chan's personal life is quite private. She had a long-term relationship with actor Jack Whitehall, but they broke up in 2017. Gemma then started a new relationship with actor Dominic Cooper. Although she doesn't share much about her private life, her public appearances with Dominic have attracted a lot of attention from the media and the public.

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Gemma is not only famous for her talent but also loved for her humble attitude and simple lifestyle. She often shares positive thoughts about career and life, inspiring those who have big dreams but are afraid to step out of their comfort zone.

Gemma Chan’s story is a great inspiration for those who are facing difficulties in pursuing their passion, especially young people from non-native backgrounds in Western countries. She has proven that with passion, effort and perseverance, all barriers can be overcome.

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In an interview, Gemma shared: "When I decided to give up law to pursue art, I knew it wouldn't be easy. But I couldn't stop dreaming of a world where people like me could shine." This quote not only reflects her determination but also conveys a strong message of change and the desire to reach higher goals.

Gemma Chan is not only a shining star of Hollywood but also a symbol of change in the film industry. She is one of the rare Asian faces who is making a strong impression, opening up opportunities for other Asian actors to shine on the big screen. From a British girl of Chinese descent, Gemma has conquered not only the audience but also the professionals, affirming that talent and passion can always overcome all barriers.

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