Yao Xiaotang’s Profile
- Full Name: Yao Xiaotang
- Native Name: 姚晓棠
- Nicknames: 糖糖 (Tángtang), 棠主 (Tángzhǔ), 蜜糖嗓 (Mìtángsǎng), 姚仙音 (Yáo Xiānyīn), 治愈棠 (Zhìyù Táng)
- Birthday: September 11, 1998 (26 years old)
- Height/Weight: 165 cm (5’5") / 47 kg (103–104 lbs)
- Gender: Female
- Zodiac Sign: Virgo
- Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
- Debut: February 2020
- Birthplace: Shanwei, Guangdong Province, China
- Education: Graduated from Central Academy of Drama (Class of 2016)
- Ethnicity: Han Chinese
- Nationality: Chinese
- Profession: Singer, Actress
- Languages: Mandarin (Native), English (Basic)
- Current Agency: By Moon Entertainment
- Active Years: 2020 – present
📝 Profile Summary
Yao Xiaotang (姚晓棠) is a Chinese singer and actress known for her emotive lyrical voice and refined performance style. Born on September 11, 1998, in Shanwei, Guangdong, she rose to prominence after finishing fourth in Sing! China Season 6 (2021). A graduate of the prestigious Central Academy of Drama, Xiaotang has made her mark in both music and film, emerging as one of the most promising faces in the Chinese entertainment scene.
🎤 Artistic Identity & Performance Style
Yao Xiaotang captivates audiences with a pure, emotionally rich voice, often showcased in ballads like The Last Page (最后一页). In Sing! China 2021, she stood out with her powerful stage presence, connecting with viewers through expressive eyes and subtle gestures. Her stage persona blends graceful Eastern softness with modern elegance, expressed through chic and dynamic wardrobe choices. Her public image reflects a harmony of natural beauty and youthful charisma.
🎞️ Script Selection Style
As a newcomer to acting, Yao Xiaotang focuses on roles with emotional depth. She made her acting debut in the suspense comedy Mr. No Problem (2022), where she demonstrated versatile acting skills. Her project choices often center on meaningful storytelling, aligning with the multi-talented artist persona she is crafting.
👗 Fashion Style & Public Image
Yao Xiaotang is admired for her elegant yet youthful fashion sense, often seen in flattering outfits with neutral or pastel tones. On social media, she shares a more relaxed look with T-shirts, jeans, and minimalist accessories—reinforcing her image as an approachable, next-gen artist.
🌟 Signature Strengths
Yao Xiaotang possesses a clear, smooth high-pitched voice particularly suited to lyrical ballads. She excels at conveying deep emotions through each note, as seen in her duet Between the Rainbow (虹之间) with Wang Heye. On stage, Xiaotang draws attention with her confidence and storytelling through body language, creating strong emotional connections with her audience.
🐾 Fun Facts
- Balance master: Nearly tripped in high heels on Sing! China 2021, but kept singing with a smile—fans nicknamed her “Queen of Calm.”
- Seafood lover from Shanwei: Declared on Douyin that “I can’t sing ballads without crab,” cracking fans up.
- Ukulele player: Melted hearts with her Somewhere Over the Rainbow cover on ukulele, posted on Weibo.
- Wants to be an action heroine: A fan of Swordsman, she shared on iQIYI her dream of wielding a sword like “Dongfang Bubai.”
- Spicy candy obsession: Whenever stressed, she eats ultra-spicy Sichuan candy—has to be the hottest kind.
- “Tang Yuan” by nickname: Fans call her this cute name for being “as sweet and soft as sticky rice dumplings.”
- Shakespearean cat mom: Adopted three long-haired cats named Ophelia, Macbeth, and Titania.
- Avid Genshin Impact player: Mains Raiden Shogun and has spent over 5,000 RMB rolling for weapons.
- Book-organizing perfectionist: Can’t stand misaligned books—everything must be straight.
- Left-handed calligraphy: Although right-handed, she writes calligraphy with her left—“art needs a bit of paradox,” she says.
- Real-life BFF with Zhao Lusi: They secretly traveled to Japan together in 2022.
- Always carries Osmanthus crisps: Her filming essential, especially during shoots far from home.
- Dreamed of being an architect: Loved building ancient Chinese cities with Lego as a child.
🎨 Artistic Journey
Career Beginnings
In 2020, Yao Xiaotang made her debut through the short performance series The Last Subway (心有辰熙), participated in the interactive music show Hi Sing Season 2 on Hunan TV, and released early tracks like If Clouds Drift Away and Until We Meet Again.
In 2021, she rose to fame after reaching the Top 4 in Sing! China, joining Wang Feng’s team and releasing the song Brief Love. That same year, she starred in the suspense-comedy film Murder Script.
Expanding into Multiple Fields
In 2022, Yao performed Ask the Wine, the promotional theme for the web drama Star Rhythm, appeared in Season 3 of The Treasured Voice, and took on the role of a righteous journalist, Lu Fei, in The Miraculous Possibility. She also joined major music events such as Zhejiang TV’s New Year’s Eve Gala 2022–2023.
Establishing Her Signature Style
In 2023, she released her debut EP Fear of Being Alone, featuring four introspective tracks. She participated in Infinity and Beyond: Taiwan Edition and released the single Love Is Like a Bouquet.
A Breakthrough Year
2024 marked a breakthrough with a packed schedule: she launched a series of tracks including The Last Page, Mint Summer, Deep Love, and Cloud That Will Blossom. She appeared in numerous music reality shows such as The Next Singer, Music Origin Project, and The Treasured Voice Season 5. Additionally, she played Jia Tanchun in the historical film Dream of the Red Chamber: A Golden Jade Romance and performed at major events like the CCTV New Year’s Gala 2025 and Jiangsu TV’s New Year’s Eve Show.
Steady Momentum in Early 2025
In early 2025, Yao Xiaotang continued to captivate audiences on major stages like the Spring Festival Gala and Lantern Festival Gala. She also contributed to drama soundtracks with songs like Tears of Longing (Palm) and Same Frequency (Eat, Run, and Love). On April 18, she returned as a musical partner in The Treasured Voice Season 6.
🎵 Highlight Songs
- The Last Page (最后一页, 2021) – A fan-favorite ballad across music platforms.
- Between the Rainbow (虹之间, 2021) – Duet with Wang Heye, garnered millions of streams (via Spotify).
- Cloud That Will Blossom (2022) – Emphasizes her signature lyrical tone.
- Deep Love (深爱, 2022) – A heartfelt track that received positive feedback from fans.
🎬 Notable Films
- Mr. No Problem (2022) – Lead role (Lu Fei) in a suspense comedy that launched her acting career. Backed by her training from the Central Academy of Drama, she’s expected to explore a range of roles in future films.
- The Dream of the Red Chamber (红楼梦, 2024) – Supporting role (Jia Tan Chun), rated 7.6 on MyDramaList.
📜 Awards & Achievements
- Top 4 – Sing! China 2021: A standout accomplishment that brought Yao Xiaotang into the public spotlight.
🏢 Agencies & Partnerships
Yao Xiaotang is managed by By Moon Entertainment, with music released under this label and Sony Music Entertainment China. She collaborates with Zhejiang Television (Sing! China), iQIYI, and artists such as Wang Heye, Aska Yang, Jike Junyi, and Zhang Xincheng through projects like Sing! China and The Treasured Voice.
