People's Artist Trinh Kim Chi: From multi-talented runner-up, to "grabbing" a Master's degree at the age of U60

People's Artist Trinh Kim Chi, Miss Vietnam 1994 runner-up, has just caused a stir when receiving her Master's degree. Her life at this age is full of fulfillment with a successful career, a happy family, and her beauty is still ageless with a radiant appearance despite being in her 60s.

Journey From Runner-up To Talented People's Artist:

Trinh Kim Chi (born in 1971) is the 1994 Miss Vietnam runner-up, one of the multi-talented artists of Vietnamese showbiz, outstanding in her role as an actress. Not only stopping at acting, Trinh Kim Chi also shows her passion and leadership ability in the field of directing. She graduated from the Directing Department at the University of Theater and Cinema in Ho Chi Minh City, expanding her scope of activities. Along with her innate acting talent and serious work, she has helped her leave an impression on the audience through a series of multi-dimensional roles, from tragedy to comedy.

Trinh Kim Chi's career is associated with many popular films and television series such as Gao Nep Gao Te, Co Gai Xau Xi, Nhung Neo Duong Phu Sa... Not only stopping at acting, she also affirmed her talent through the role of Director of Drama Theater and Vice President of Ho Chi Minh City Theater Association. Besides, Trinh Kim Chi is also known for her active charity activities, especially the establishment of the "Artist Care Fund" to support colleagues in difficulty.

Awards and Honors:

Trinh Kim Chi is a name that is no longer unfamiliar to the Vietnamese public, standing out not only for her acting talent but also for the list of awards and titles she has achieved. The journey from 2nd Runner-up of Miss Vietnam 1994, has opened the door to art, bringing her to proud milestones.

Notably, Trinh Kim Chi is the first runner-up in history to be awarded the title of Meritorious Artist (NSUT) in 2015. This is a worthy recognition for her tireless contributions and diverse artistic talents. Following that glory, in 2023, Trinh Kim Chi continued to be honored as People's Artist (NSND), affirming her solid position in the country's art scene.

These noble titles are not only a source of personal pride but also a testament to the hard work, burning passion and great contributions of People's Artist Trinh Kim Chi to Vietnamese theater, cinema and television. Her career is a source of inspiration for many generations of young artists to follow.

Outstanding Charity and Social Activities:

In addition to her illustrious artistic career, People's Artist Trinh Kim Chi is also known as a compassionate artist, always active in social and charity activities. Most notably, she founded and maintained the "Artist Care Fund", a meaningful action to provide timely support to artists and backstage staff facing difficulties in life, especially during the epidemic or in times of illness and misfortune.

As Vice President of the Ho Chi Minh City Theater Association, Trinh Kim Chi not only contributes to the development of art but also strives to connect, share and spread humanistic values in the artist community. People's Artist Trinh Kim Chi's compassion for others has touched the hearts of many people, becoming a positive source of inspiration for community-oriented activities. Her social activities not only demonstrate the responsibility of a citizen but also affirm the image of an artist of the people, always looking towards the community and those in need.

Happy Family Life and Timeless Beauty:

In addition to her resounding career successes, People's Artist Trinh Kim Chi is also admired for her fulfilling and happy personal life. She married businessman Vo Tran Phuong in 2000. Her husband is a Vietnamese American, always a companion, understanding and wholeheartedly supporting his wife's artistic decisions. Their small family is even more complete with the presence of two beautiful daughters, who are a great source of motivation for the female artist.

Despite being busy with her role as Director of Trinh Kim Chi Drama Theater and art projects, she always knows how to balance work and family, spending quality time with her husband and children. It is this skillful management that has helped Miss Runner-up Trinh Kim Chi maintain a youthful, radiant appearance and a desirable figure at the age of over 50. A happy private life is a solid foundation, helping People's Artist Trinh Kim Chi further develop in her career and maintain the image of a talented, exemplary artist in the hearts of the public.

Timeless beauty of People's Artist Trinh Kim Chi:

In addition to her talent and significant contributions to art, People's Artist Trinh Kim Chi is also famous for her ageless beauty and her always well-proportioned, attractive figure even though she is over 50 years old.

Over time, her beauty seems to have become more and more attractive. Although she is the mother of two grown daughters, Trinh Kim Chi still makes many people admire her smooth ski.n, bright smile and confident demeanor. She often appears in public with a neat and luxurious image.

The secret to maintaining the beauty of People's Artist Trinh Kim Chi lies in a scientific lifestyle, a reasonable diet and an optimistic spirit. She always focuses on exercising and taking care of herself from the inside out. In particular, a happy and fulfilling family life with her husband and children is also an important factor that helps her stay youthful and radiant.

The Combination of Beauty and Brains:

In June 2025, People's Artist Trinh Kim Chi, Miss Vietnam 1994 runner-up, made a strong impression when she officially received her Master's degree in Cinema and Television Arts at the age of 54. This event is not only a proud personal milestone but also a clear testament to her spirit of continuous learning and her strong passion for art.

Completing her master's degree at the age of U60, successfully defending her thesis on "Characters in Vietnamese advertising films", has affirmed the intelligence, perseverance and desire to improve professional knowledge of an artist who has reached the pinnacle of fame like People's Artist Trinh Kim Chi. She shared that this is not only her own achievement but also the companionship and encouragement from teachers, family and friends.

The master's degree at the age of 54 has further strengthened the image of People's Artist Trinh Kim Chi who is constantly improving herself, both in her acting, directing, stage management career (as Director of Trinh Kim Chi Drama Theater, Vice President of Ho Chi Minh City Theater Association) and in her academic path. This is a great source of inspiration for the younger generation and the community, that learning is a lifelong journey, not limited by age or current success.

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