Leo Wu’s Profile
- Full Name: Leo Wu
- Native Name: 吴磊
- Nicknames: Xiǎo Fēiliú, Sānshí, Guómín Dìdì, Wu Lei
- Birthday: Dec 26, 1999 (25 years old)
- Blood Type: B
- Height/Weight: 182 cm (6’0") / 65 kg (143 lbs)
- Gender: Male
- Zodiac Sign: Capricorn
- Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
- Debut: 2002
- Birthplace: Shanghai, China
- Ethnicity: Han Chinese
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Nationality:
Chinese
- Profession: Actor
- Language Skills: Mandarin (Native), English (Conversational)
- Current Agency: Wu Lei Studio
- Active Years: 2005 – present
Leo Wu, born on December 26, 1999, in Shanghai, China, is a renowned actor mainly active in television dramas and films in Mainland China. He was admitted with the highest entrance score nationwide to the Beijing Film Academy and is now a familiar leading face in major productions such as Battle Through the Heavens, The Long Ballad, Love Like the Galaxy, and Amidst a Snowstorm of Love.
Early Life
Leo Wu grew up in Shanghai and also lived for a time in Chengdu, Sichuan. His family includes his parents and an elder sister. He appeared in commercials as early as age three and began acting in children’s television series. In 2018, Wu was admitted to the Beijing Film Academy with the highest national entrance score in the performance major, cementing his academic and professional potential from an early stage.
Career
Wu Lei began his artistic career in 2002 at just three years old, appearing in TV commercials. In 2007, he made his television debut in the mythological drama The Legend and the Hero as a child actor, paving the way for his professional acting career.
Between 2006 and 2012, Wu appeared in numerous well-known TV dramas such as The Young Warriors (2006) and played Nezha in The Legend and the Hero (2007). In 2009, he won the ‘Outstanding Child Actor Award’ at the Flying Apsaras Awards for the sitcom Home with Aliens. His roles in Naughty Boy Xiaotiao Ma (2010) and Mo’s Mischief (2012) further established him as a familiar face on Chinese television.
In 2014, Wu played young Yang Guo in The Romance of the Condor Heroes, marking his transition from child roles to youth-focused historical dramas. In 2015, he appeared in the web drama Pal Inn, the sports series The Whirlwind Girl, and notably Nirvana in Fire, where his performance as the Young Prince of Huai left a lasting impression and became a milestone in his acting career.
From 2017, Wu began leading large-scale productions. He starred in the web drama Magic Star and made his international film debut with the Sino-British action film S.M.A.R.T. Chase and the New Zealand–China co-production Into the Rainbow.
In 2018, Wu starred in Battle Through the Heavens (adapted from the popular online novel) and appeared in Zhang Yimou’s blockbuster film Shadow. That same year, he took roles in The Tomb of Sea and Asura, further strengthening his presence in fantasy and historical genres.
In 2019, he appeared in the romantic film Adoring. In 2020, Wu played leading roles in Guardians of the Ancient Oath and Cross Fire (an eSports-themed series), expanding into youth and sports genres.
In 2021, he starred as the male lead in the historical epic The Long Ballad and also appeared in the patriotic anthology film My Country, My Parents, directed by Wu Hang. That same year, he co-starred in the coming-of-age film Upcoming Summer, balancing between cinema and television.
In 2022, Wu played Ling Buyi in Love Like the Galaxy, one of the year’s most successful costume dramas. He also took on modern projects such as Nothing But You and two arthouse films: Dwelling by the West Lake and All Ears. At the China–US Television Festival, he received the “Outstanding Young Actor of the Year” award.
In 2024, Wu starred in Amidst a Snowstorm of Love as a professional billiards player. According to Chinese media, he underwent intensive training to ensure accuracy in every match scene.
In 2025, he returned to the big screen with Dongji Island, a war film set during World War II, portraying a fisherman from Dongji Island. That same year, he won “Most Influential TV Actor” at the Tencent Starlight Awards and the “Breakthrough Actor” award at the China Television Festival.
Alongside acting, Wu Lei has independently managed his career since age 16 through his own Wu Lei Studio. He is also a global ambassador for multiple international brands in fashion, beauty, and consumer goods, frequently appearing at fashion weeks and global events.
Fun Facts
- Started acting in commercials at age 3.
- Personally requested to play Nezha when he was only 5.
- Was pinched by an assistant to cry realistically during the filming of Nezha.
- Admitted to the Beijing Film Academy in 2018 with the highest score nationwide.
- Founded Wu Lei Studio at age 16 to manage his career independently.
- Nicknamed “Nation’s Little Brother” (国民弟弟).
- Follows strict gym and diet regimens to suit his roles.
- Spent months building muscle just for a few minutes of screen time in Love Like the Galaxy.
- His warrior braid hairstyle in The Long Ballad became a trending fan favorite.
- Adopted a stray dog named Xiao Bei while filming Cross Fire.
- Can play guitar and cook.
- Collects basketball shoes, caps, and headphones.
- Loves spicy food, especially hot pot.
- Prefers coffee over juice.
- Dislikes beans, peanuts, and raisins.
- His fandom is called Lei Mi (磊迷), with green as the fandom color.
- Fandom slogan: “sān shēng sān shí, yī shēng bàn lěi” (三生三十，一生伴磊).
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