Huang Yi, a mainland Chinese actress who was once hailed as the “successor of Zhao Wei,” rose to fame in her early career with the hit TV series “Marrying the Wrong Person in the Flower Sedan Chair” and later gained popularity for her role in “Return of the Pearl Princess 3.” However, her seemingly flourishing acting career suffered a heavy blow due to two failed marriages. Described as someone who “ruined a good hand,” she recently made a comeback with the drama series “Resplendent” and in an interview, she candidly expressed her desire to regain popularity by turning the tables on her previous setbacks.
At 47 years old, Huang Yi has faced tumultuous relationships in her personal life. In 2009, she hastily married CEO Jiang Kai after knowing him for only 41 days, but the marriage ended after just one year. In 2012, she remarried wealthy second-generation Huang Yiqing, with whom she shares a daughter. However, starting from 2014, the couple engaged in public verbal disputes, with the husband accusing her of infidelity and her accusing him of domestic violence. Their highly publicized divorce in October 2014 sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry and tarnished Huang Yi’s image.
In a past interview, Huang Yi revealed that the failed marriages left her secluded for seven years, afraid to face the public due to the fear of gossip. It wasn’t until 2018 that she gradually returned to the limelight, mostly taking on supporting roles in period dramas.
Recently, in the drama series “Resplendent,” Huang Yi portrayed the character of “Princess Rongyang.” Taking on the role of a fierce antagonist for the first time, her acting transformation and breakthrough have garnered significant praise. Netizens have commented, “In this period drama centered around Jing Tian, Huang Yi’s performance seems no less impressive. Her appearance immediately captivated the audience.”
In response to the newfound recognition for her acting skills, Huang Yi expressed her excitement and gratitude in a recent interview. She admitted that it had been a long time since she had felt acknowledged. Confidently standing firm against the label of “ruining a good hand,” she vowed to continue working hard and reclaim each lost card one by one, determined to emerge victorious.