Joel Chan: Biography, Facts and Career
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Joel Chan Shan-chung (born 2 October 1976) is a Hong Kong actor and singer contracted to TVB and Shaw Brothers Pictures. He made his debut in 1995 as a solo Cantopop singer, later transitioning into acting. Chan won the Best Supporting Actor award at the 2017 TVB Anniversary Awards with his role as Kent in the action drama The Unholy Alliance. In 2019, Chan played his first male leading role in the critical acclaimed supernatural drama Barrack O'Karma. With his dual role as Siu Wai-ming and Lau Yuk-fai, Chan earned his first nominations for Best Actor and Most Popular Male Character at the 2019 TVB Anniversary Awards, eventually being placed among top 5 for both categories. In 2022, Chan won the Best Actor award with his role in supernatural drama Barrack O'Karma 1968.
Quick facts about Joel Chan
- Full name: Joel Chan
- Born: 1976-10-02
- Nationality: People's Republic of China
- Known as: Musician
- Wikidata ID: Q701299
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Joel Chan?
Joel Chan Shan-chung (born 2 October 1976) is a Hong Kong actor and singer contracted to TVB and Shaw Brothers Pictures.
What nationality is Joel Chan?
Joel Chan is People's Republic of China.
When was Joel Chan born?
Joel Chan was born on 1976-10-02.



