Draft:Zhou Quanxi
Zhou Quanxi (Chinese: 周全喜) is a Singaporean actor, best known for his supporting roles various television series, including Painted Faces, Five Foot Way, Samsui Women and Fury of the Dragon, as well as for starring in the 324-episode serial We Are Family.
Early life
[edit]Zhou was born the eldest son of a large family. As his parents were often busy at work, he learned to take care of his younger siblings when his parents were not available.[1]
Career
[edit]Zhou initially worked as a salesman at a jewellery store.[1]
Zhou entered the entertainment industry in 1978 and first appeared in 青春乐.[3] As an actor, he frequently portrayed father-in-laws or grandfathers.[1] He had a supporting role in Pursuit, which aired in 1984.[4] In the same year, he appeared as a priest in The Young Heroes.[5] In 1985, he had supporting roles in The Coffee Shop, Takeover and The Unyielding Butterflies.[6][7][8] In the following year, he had supporting roles in Neighbours,[9] First Step,[10] Men of Valour,[11] Crossroads,[12] The Bond and Samsui Women.[13] In 1987, he had supporting roles in Painted Faces,[14] Five Foot Way,[15] I Do[16] and Fury of the Dragon,[4] appeared in an episode of the anthology series Strange Encounters 1,[17] and starred in Silk and Satin.[3][18] In 1988, he starred in Heiress, [19] and had a supporting role in Teahouse in Chinatown.[20] He also appeared in My Fair Ladies.[21] In 1989, he appeared in Magic of Dance and A Long Way Home.[22][23] In 1990, he starred in Finishing Line and The Village Hero.[24][25]
He had supporting roles in Guardian Angel. He portrayed an abbott in the wuxia television series The Legendary Swordsman, which aired in 2000. He shaved his head for the role and has remained bald since. His contract with the television station ended in 2001 and was not renewed.[2][26]
Appeared in How Are You? 2 , Recipe of Life and Watch Out! Alexius.[27]
He starred in the comedy film Hot Veterans in 2023.[28]
Filmography
[edit]Television
[edit]- 青春乐 (1978)
- Long Nose (长鼻子) (1982)
- Old Man and I (1982)
- Mother (1983)
- The Flying Fish (1983)
- The Way to Judo (1983)
- Blossoms in the Sun (1984)
- Pursuit (1984)
- The Awakening (1984)
- The Spice of Life (1984)
- Young and Innocent (1984)
- Home is where Love is (1985)
- Takeover (1985)
- The Coffee Shop (1985)
- The Unyielding Butterflies (1985)
- The Young Heroes (1985)
- Crossroads (1986)
- Family Hour Drama (1986)
- First Step (1986)
- Men of Valour (1986)
- Neighbours (1986)
- Samsui Women (1986)
- The Bond (1986)
- The Sword and the Song (1986)
- Five Foot Way (1987)
- Fury of the Dragon (1987)
- I Do (1987)
- Painted Faces (1987)
- Moving On (1987)
- Strange Encounters 1 (1987)
- Heiress (1988)
- My Fair Ladies (1988)
- Mystery I (1988)
- Silk and Satin (1988)
- Strange Encounters 2 (1988 - 1989)
- Teahouse in Chinatown (1988)
- The Golden Quest (1988)
- The Last Applause (1988)
- We Are Family (1988 - 1989)
- A Long Way Home (1989)
- A Mother's Love (1989)
- Magic of Dance (1989)
- My Daughters' Three (1989)
- My Sweet Rival (1989)
- The Fortune Hunters (1989)
- Turn of the Tide (1989)
- When Hearts Touch (1989)
- By My Side (1990)
- Enchanted Eyes (1990)
- Finishing Line (1990)
- Friends Next Door (1990)
- Imperial Intrigues (1990)
- Journey's End (1990)
- Marry Me (1990)
- Sweet Dreams (1990)
- The Village Hero (1990)
- The Winning Team (1990)
- The Working Class (1990 - 1991)
- Wishing Well (1990)
- Against the Wind (1991)
- Behind Bars
- Fatal Endearment (1991)
- Golden Shenton Way (1991)
- Guardian Angel (1991)
- Legend of a Beauty (1991)
- Pretty Faces (1991)
- The Darkest Hour (1991)
- The Future is Mine (1991 - 1992)
- The Other Woman (1991)
- The Woman I Marry (1991)
- A Time To Dance (1992)
- Between Friends (1992)
- Changing Fortunes (1992)
- Crazy Chase (1992)
- Crime and Passion (1992)
- Fiery Passion (1992)
- Lady Steel (1992)
- Love Is In The Air (1992)
- Modern Romance (1992)
- My Buddies (1992)
- Mystery II (1992 - 1993)
- Terms Of Endearment (1992)
- Battle of Justice (1993)
- Endless Love (1993)
- Happy Foes (1993)
- Happy Reunion (1993 - 1994)
- Heavenly Beings (1993)
- Ninjas in Town (1993)
- Sister Dearest (1993)
- Smouldering Heat (1993)
- Switch (1993)
- The Brave One (1993)
- The Great Conspiracy (1993)
- The Unbeatables I (1993)
- The Wilful Siblings (1993)
- The Witty Advisor (1993)
- The Young and the Restless (1993)
- Web of Deceit (1993 - 1994)
- Challenger (1994)
- Dr Justice (1994)
- Fiery Lover (1994)
- Love At Last (1994)
- Scorned Angel (1994)
- Shadows In The Dark (1994)
- The Crazy Duet (1994)
- The Magnate (1994)
- The Young Ones (1994)
- Those Were The Days (1994)
- Twin Bliss (1994)
- Young Justice Bao (1994)
- Chronicle of Life (1995)
- Coffee or Tea (1995)
- Cupid Love (1995)
- Deep Within My Heart (1995)
- Dr Justice II (1995 - 1996)
- Lady Investigators (1995)
- Morning Express (1995)
- Neighbourhood Heroes (1995)
- Over The Horizons (1995)
- Secret Files (1995)
- Strange Encounters 3 (1995)
- The Teochew Family (1995)
- A Different Life (1996)
- Ah Xue (1996)
- Legend of Da Bo Gong (1996)
- Of Cops and Men (1996)
- Royal Battle of Wit (1996)
- The Unbroken Cycle (1996)
- Tofu Street (1996)
- Diary of a Teacher (1997)
- Immortal Love (1997)
- Time After Time (1997)
- The Choice Partner (1997)
- The Guest People (1997)
- The Other Parent (1997)
- A Piece Of Sky (1998)
- Around People's Park (1998)
- Legend of the Eight Immortals (1998 - 1999)
- Mind Games (1998)
- My Little Angel (1998)
- Myths and Legends of Singapore (1998)
- Office Affairs (1998)
- On the Edge (1998)
- Season of Love (1998)
- The New Adventures of Wisely (1998)
- Back to School (1999)
- Darling-In-Law (1999)
- From the Medical Files 2 (1999)
- My Teacher, My Friend (1999)
- Knotty Liaison (2000)
- Looking for Stars (2000)
- The Invincible Squad (2000)
- The Legendary Swordsman (2000)
- The Voices Within (2000)
- Heroes in Black (2001)
- In Pursuit of Peace (2001)
- The Challenge (2001)
- The Hotel (2001)
- Viva Le Famille (2002)
- The Crime Hunters (2004)
- Zero to Hero (2005)
- Happily Ever After (2007)
- Folks Jump Over the Wall (2008)
- Where the Heart Is (2008)
- The Ultimatum (2009)
- Spice Up (2010)
- The Family Court (2010)
- Bountiful Blessings (2011)
- Joys of Life (2012)
- Yours Fatefully (2012)
- World at Your Feet (2014)
- The Journey: Our Homeland (2015)
- The Truth Seekers (2016)
- Have a Little Faith (2017)
- Hello From The Other Side (2018)
- My Agent is a Hero (2018)
- How Are You? 2 (2020)
- Recipe of Life (2020)
- Watch Out! Alexius (2021)
Film
[edit]- Hot Veterans (2023)
References
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