Chen Hanwei (born Tan Hung Wee on 29 August 1969) is a Malaysian actor, host and former fashion coordinator based in Singapore.
Chen had received seven Star Awards for Best Actor, a record for the most wins in that category.
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Early life
Chen Hanwei grew up in Kampung Ungku Mohsin, Johor Bahru, Malaysia. Adopted since birth, Chen was raised in an impoverished background and had completed his studies at Foon Yew High School, one of the country's Chinese independent schools.
Career
In 1996, Chen was first nominated for the Star Awards for Best Actor for his role in Morning Express. In 2001, he was nominated again for his role in Love Me, Love Me Not and won his first Best Actor award. He won his next Best Actor nomination in 2005 for his role in A Life of Hope.