Roy Chiu

Roy Chiu, born 14 October 1981 in Nangang, Taipei, Taiwan, is a multifaceted Taiwanese entertainer who has succeeded as an actor, singer, and racing driver. Raised in a family that valued both academics and athletics, he attended the Taipei Physical Education College, where his athletic talent foreshadowed his later involvement in motorsport. Chiu launched his music career in early 2002 with the debut studio album released under Skyhigh Entertainment, delivering Mandarin pop tracks such as "序曲~黑斗篷" and "祝我生日快樂" that showcased his vocal range and acoustic guitar skills, and followed with a second album in 2003 that solidified his presence on the Mandopop scene. While his singing garnered a dedicated fan base, the actor‑singer soon turned to the screen, earning his first major acting credit in the early 2000s and gradually building a reputation for nuanced, emotionally resonant performances. His breakthrough came with the critically acclaimed film Dear Ex (2018), which earned him a Golden Horse Award nomination for Best Leading Actor, and he repeated the feat with Man in Love (2021), a role that also secured him a Taipei Film Award for Best Actor. Beyond the camera, Chiu pursued professional racing, competing in regional touring car series and demonstrating the same discipline that marked his early athletic training. In his personal life, he married Taiwanese actress Tiffany Hsu in 2021, a union that attracted considerable media attention but has remained relatively private; the couple has not disclosed any children to date. Throughout his career, Chiu has maintained a reputation for relentless work ethic, versatility across entertainment mediums, and a commitment to expanding his artistic and athletic horizons, making one of Taiwan’s most dynamic contemporary figures.