Yang Zi
Awards & Honours
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Awards Won
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Honours
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Rankings
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Covers
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Records
Yang Zi's career is marked by a rare combination of commercial success and critical recognition. She made history as the first actress to receive three consecutive Best Actress nominations at the Shanghai Television Festival's Magnolia Awards, a feat that underscores her sustained excellence. Her win for Born to Be Alive in 2026 capped a decade of standout performances. She has also been honored with a Golden Phoenix Award for Best Newcomer, and her repeated appearances on Forbes China's Celebrity 100 list reflect her broad influence. Beyond acting, she has served as a WildAid climate ambassador and carried the Olympic torch, distinguishing herself as a public figure with global reach.
Awards
Honours & Distinctions
Olympic Torch Bearer
Carried the Olympic torch for the Paris Games.
WildAid Ambassador for Climate
Serves as an official ambassador for the environmental organization.
Global Brand Ambassador for Pomellato
Fronts the Milanese jeweler's Nudo campaign, photographed by Chen Man.
Four Dan actresses of the post-90s Generation
Recognized as one of the top four young actresses of her generation in China.
Rankings & Lists
Forbes China Celebrity 100
Forbes 30 Under 30
Magazine Covers
Pomellato Nudo Campaign
July 2026
Global Brand Ambassador
Feature Profile
December 29, 2025
Chinese Actress Yang Zi Is In Full Bloom
Records & Feats
First actress to receive three consecutive Best Actress nominations at the Shanghai Television Festival
Nominated for Lost You Forever, Flourished Peony, and Born to Be Alive in consecutive years, winning for the latter.