Vanness Wu
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| Chinese name | 吳建豪 (Traditional) |
| Chinese name | 吴建豪 (Simplified) |
| Pinyin | Wú Jiànháo (Mandarin) |
| Origin | Republic of China (Taiwan) |
| Born | August 7, 1978 Santa Monica, California, USA |
| Occupation | singer, actor, dancer, model, songwriter, spokesperson |
| Genre(s) | Hip pop Pop Hip-hop Rap R&B C-Pop Dance Taiwanese hip hop Chinese rap Chinese hip hop J-POP |
| Label(s) | Pony Canyon Japan SM Entertainment Seed Music Taiwan |
| Associated acts | F4, Kangta & Vanness |
| Official Website | www.vanness.tv |
Vanness Wu (simplified Chinese: 吴建豪; traditional Chinese: 吳建豪; pinyin: Wú Jiànháo) is a Taiwanese American actor, singer, director, producer based in Asia. He was born on August 7, 1978, in Santa Monica, United States, and speaks fluent English and Mandarin. Before becoming an actor he worked as a telemarketer. As a member of Taiwanese boyband F4, he has appeared on three albums. He has also released three solo albums, and collaborated with Korean star Kangta to produce one album, "Scandal." He has also been featured on singles by Beyoncé and Coco Lee.
Wu has also appeared in several dramas for Taiwanese television both with and without other members of F4, and has starred in three motion pictures. Currently, he is filming a Hong Kong film tentatively named Super Chef or Kung Fu Chef.[1]
Wu has directed two music videos off his "V.DUBB" album, as well as a video for Nike's "This is Love" campaign in Hong Kong. He was also executive producer with Terry Tye Lee on the Nike track, "She's Not Sorry."
Vanness descended upon Shanghai on November 3, 2008 and performed with rapper/producer Kanye West for his final installment of the Glow in the Dark Tour. Wu opened the concert for Kanye with a 30 minute performance which he showcased his new songs and performed new versions of his old hits. Van Ness ended the performance with "Good Life" alongside Kanye.
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[edit] Acting credits
[edit] Television
| Year | Title | Alternate | Role | Notes |
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| 2001 | Meteor Garden | 流星花園 | Mei Zuo | Taiwanese live-action adaptation of the Japanese manga, "Boys Over Flowers" |
| Meteor Rain | 流星雨 | Mei Zuo | ||
| Meteor Garden II | 流星花園2 | Mei Zuo | ||
| 2002 | Peach Girl | 蜜桃女孩 | Ah Li | Taiwanese live-action adaptation of the Japanese manga of the same name |
| Come To My Place | 來我家吧 | JJ | Taiwanese live-action adaptation of the Japanese manga "Uchi ni Oideyo" by Hidenori Hara | |
| 2004 | Say Yes Enterprise | 求婚事務所 | Song Zhen Kai | Story 01: Cinderella |
| 2008 | Wish to See You Again | 這裡發現愛 | Leo | |
| 2009 | Autumn's Concerto | 下一站幸福 | Ren Guang Xi |
[edit] Film
| Year | Title | Alternate | Role | Notes |
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| 2003 | Star Runner | 少年阿虎 The Kumite (Canada, USA) |
Bond Cheung | film debut nominated: Hong Kong Film Awards, best new artist |
| 2005 | Dragon Squad | 猛龍 Dragon Heat (USA) |
Officer Wang Sun-Ho | |
| 2007 | Kung Fu Fighter | 功夫無敵 | Ma | |
| 2008 | Three Kingdoms: Resurrection of the Dragon | 三國之見龍卸甲 | Guan Xing | |
| 2009 | LaMB | Dr. Grisworld (English voice acting) | ||
| The Road Less Travelled | ||||
| TBD | Grand Theater |
[edit] Books
- Daydreamer - autobiography
- With F4
- F4@Tokyo - 2005 photobook
- Comic Man - The First Anniversary of F4 - 2002 photobook
- Meteor In Barcelona - 2002 photobook
- F4 Music Party - 2001 photobook
[edit] Concerts
- 2008 F4 Japan Tour-Yokohama, Tokyo, Osaka
- 2008 Murakami Contemporary Art Exhibition-Geisai Museum, Tokyo Japan.
- 2007 Vanness Wu 2nd Solo Concert in Japan-My Kingdom
- 2006 Vanness Wu 1st Solo Concert in Japan-Vandalism in Tokyo
- F4 Forever 4 - March 22-25, 2006 Hong Kong
- F4 Bangkok Fantasy - 2004 Thailand
- F4 Happy New Year 2004 - 2003 Philippines
- The Event (with Ken and ASOS) - 2003 Philippines
- Fantasy F4ever Live Concert World Tour - 2002~2003 Taiwan, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Indonesia, Singapore, China, U.S.
- F4 Music Party - 2001 Taiwan
[edit] Discography
[edit] With F4
Please see main article: F4
[edit] Solo work
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身體會唱歌 (Body Will Sing)
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"CD + CD Extra" version also featured "Ask for More" by F4 |
V.DUBB
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Japanese release featured a Japanese version of "Wanna Love Somebody" as Track 11, plus a Japanese version of "Wanna Love Somebody (Justin Michael Remix)" as Track 12 |
In Between
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Vanness first Japanese EP |
I Don't Wanna Lose You
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Vanness second Japanese EP |
[edit] With Kangta & Vanness
Please see main article: Kangta & Vanness
[edit] Other collaborations
- Beyoncé Knowles - "Crazy in Love" (Asian releases only) [2004]
- Coco Lee - "Hip Hop Tonight" [2006]
[edit] Commercials/Endorsements
- MP3 Recorder Walkman
- Siemens 2118
- Legend Computers (China region)
- Mingle Shoes (China region)
- Lu Piao Shampoo (China region)
- Samuel & Kevin
- Bicowave & Bicogirl
- Pepsi' - 2002~2005 Taiwan, Hong Kong, China
- YAMAHA' - 2003 South East Asia
[edit] Other Ventures
[edit] 3.V.0.7.
After having dabbled in a few ventures with friends, from clothing to a shoe store, night club to record company, movie productions to talent agency. Now finally comes something that Van Ness has always loved doing but never really had the chance of getting real hands on, until now. Jewelry.
He has always been drawing/designing but finally has met the right people to help put the visuals into solid form. Van Ness has partnered up with Janet Yang President of Dazzling and J-Y Fashion, to design and create his first ever jewelry line. All of the pieces were designed to reflect where Van Ness is currently in his life right now. From the chastity belt double finger ring, to a selection of crosses, which have all been on sale since February 13, 2009. Love. Faith.Live www.dazzlingdazzling.com
[edit] Smash and Grab
Smash and Grab was Co-Founded by Van Ness Wu in 2006 and is an up and coming broad-based entertainment company. They specialize in the creation, production, distribution, licensing and marketing of all types of entertainment and its business. Smash and Grab is leading the way in the entertainment industry. From music production and recording in there private Studio, to music videos, television, feature films, home video/DVD, books, product and brand licensing. Smash and Grab is formed by a group of young artists all with different entertainment backgrounds. They are a leading up and coming entertainment company working throughout Asia. www.sagprod.com
[edit] Triumvir
Van Ness Wu and his childhood friend Brandon Cheng first introduced Triumvir in 2004, an independent lifestyle company with apparel as its primary focus. Triumvir consists of a group of individuals, with varying takes on life shaped by different backgrounds, sub/cultures, experiences and upbringing of each member. Its these differences tied together by the main commonality of Orange County. For those unfamiliar with Orange County it is a sub/culturally diverse segment of Southern California. With a wide range of influences from skate to hip hop, punks to hipsters; its these intertwining subcultures that have molded these individuals to form Triumvir. www.triumvir.com
[edit] LeftFoot
Back in June 2007, Van Ness collaborated with Singaporean urban art icon Jahan and created the LeftFoot Taipei chapter. LeftFoot is a shoe boutique which specializes in limited edition footwear. www.leftfoot.com.tw
[edit] Primo
Van Ness Wu also invested into the creation of an up scale and luxuriantly styled nightclub, which opened its doors for the first time on March 26, 2008. www.club-primo.com
[edit] Machi
Machi is a rap/hip hop record label which Vanness has also invested in. Based in Taiwan Machi was founded by music producer Jae Chong and Jeffrey Huang. www.machi.cc
[edit] See also
[edit] External links
- (Chinese)Vanness Wu Official Website
- Vanness Wu's Official Blog
- (Chinese)Vanness Wu @ Sony Music
- Vanness Wu at the Internet Movie Database
