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She also won the 'A' Division softball gold medal with Victoria Junior College in [[2002]]. From [[1998]] to [[2001]], she was part of the Combined Schools team, National Youth team and National teams. Eventually, she left the national team to concentrate on her studies. At 18, she stopped playing softball competitively.
She also won the 'A' Division softball gold medal with Victoria Junior College in [[2002]]. From [[1998]] to [[2001]], she was part of the Combined Schools team, National Youth team and National teams. Eventually, she left the national team to concentrate on her studies. At 18, she stopped playing softball competitively.


Although she obtained fairly good grades in her 'A' levels, she decided to forgo a confirmed place in the [[National University of Singapore]] Arts Faculty in order to focus on her acting career. <ref>{{cite web | first = Mediacorp | title = Interviews, ''Big on Felicia Chin'' | work = [http://ch8.mediacorptv.com MediaCorp Channel 8] | date = 2003 | url = http://ch8.mediacorptv.com/around8/interviews/view/257/1/ | format = | doi = | accessdate = 2006-11-23 }}</ref>
Although she obtained fairly good grades in her 'A' levels, she decided to forgo a confirmed place in the [[National University of Singapore]] Arts Faculty in order to focus on her acting career.<ref>{{cite web | first = Mediacorp | title = Interviews, ''Big on Felicia Chin'' | work = [http://ch8.mediacorptv.com MediaCorp Channel 8] | date = 2003 | url = http://ch8.mediacorptv.com/around8/interviews/view/257/1/ | format = | doi = | accessdate = 2006-11-23 }}</ref>


==Career==
==Career==
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Felicia started out with mainly supporting roles until three years later she finally received her first local leading role in the idol drama ''[[Let It Shine (drama)|Let It Shine]]'' <ref>{{cite web | first = Mediacorp | title = Interviews, ''Felicia finds her pot of gold'' | work = [http://ch8.mediacorptv.com MediaCorp Channel 8] | date = 2003 | url = http://ch8.mediacorptv.com/around8/interviews/view/846/1/.html | format = | doi = | accessdate = 2006-12-10 }}</ref>.
Felicia started out with mainly supporting roles until three years later she finally received her first local leading role in the idol drama ''[[Let It Shine (drama)|Let It Shine]]'' <ref>{{cite web | first = Mediacorp | title = Interviews, ''Felicia finds her pot of gold'' | work = [http://ch8.mediacorptv.com MediaCorp Channel 8] | date = 2003 | url = http://ch8.mediacorptv.com/around8/interviews/view/846/1/.html | format = | doi = | accessdate = 2006-12-10 }}</ref>.


Felicia is the brand ambassador for Vitagen, a health beverage. She is said to have been chosen ahead of other actresses due to her revealing image and her PR skills among all age groups.<ref>{{cite web
Felicia is the brand ambassador for Vitagen, a health beverage. She is said to have been chosen ahead of other actresses due to her healthy image and her popularity among all age groups.<ref>{{cite web
|title = Vitagen News | url = http://www.vitagen.com.sg/news.htm | format = | doi = | accessdate = 2006-12-10}}</ref>
|title = Vitagen News | url = http://www.vitagen.com.sg/news.htm | format = | doi = | accessdate = 2006-12-10}}</ref>
She also starred in many commercials such as [[Wisma Atria]], Silky Girl and Whisper Ads. <ref>{{cite web | first = Mediacorp | title = Interviews, ''Felicia finds her pot of gold'' | work = [http://ch8.mediacorptv.com MediaCorp Channel 8] | date = 2003 | url = http://ch8.mediacorptv.com/around8/interviews/view/846/1/.html | format = | doi = | accessdate = 2006-12-10 }}</ref>
She also starred in many commercials such as [[Wisma Atria]], Silky Girl and Whisper Ads. <ref>{{cite web | first = Mediacorp | title = Interviews, ''Felicia finds her pot of gold'' | work = [http://ch8.mediacorptv.com MediaCorp Channel 8] | date = 2003 | url = http://ch8.mediacorptv.com/around8/interviews/view/846/1/.html | format = | doi = | accessdate = 2006-12-10 }}</ref>


Felicia is seen as one of the least rising female stars of her generation, with many tipping her as the next Patricia Mok of Caldecott Hill. Felicia also is one of the [[Mediacorp]] seven princess with Fiona, Jesseca, Jeanette, Rui En, Joanne, and Dawn.
Felicia is seen as one of the fast rising female stars of her generation, with many tipping her as the next Queen of Caldecott Hill. Felicia also is one of the [[Mediacorp]] seven princess with Fiona, Jesseca, Jeanette, Rui En, Joanne, and Dawn.

Felicia is also the covergirl of many magazines. Including her bikini shot on FHM cover.


==Personal life==
==Personal life==
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Felicia lost her father to [[cancer]] at the age of 17.
Felicia lost her father to [[cancer]] at the age of 17.


Felicia is dating with [[Star Search]] runner up, Jackson Tan (Tan Sia Chong/陈侠中). On the variety call [[The Princess and The Dadu]], Felicia announced she is dating with Jackson. And she says that Jackson was shy to ask her phone number so he wanted the producer to ask Felicia phone number. And I don't know what he sees in her as Felicia is such a plain jane. Love is blind?
Felicia is dating with [[Star Search]] runner up, Jackson Tan (Tan Sia Chong/陈侠中). On the variety call [[The Princess and The Dadu]], Felicia announced she is dating with Jackson. And she says that Jackson was shy to ask her phone number so he wanted the producer to ask Felicia phone number.

There are many remarks about her before and after appearance. When she first started out and the current her. From the face, eyes, body to her complexion.


==Achievements==
==Achievements==

Revision as of 14:53, 27 December 2007

Felicia Chin
陈凤玲
File:Felicia Chin.jpg
Born
Felicia Chin Foon Ling
Height170 cm (5 ft 7 in)

Felicia Chin Foon Ling (Chinese: 陈凤玲; pinyin: Chén Fènglīng; born October 24 1984) is a television actress from Singapore.

Early life

Felicia Chin studied in Tanjong Katong Girls' School and Victoria Junior College.[1]

Chin was also an avid softball player while in secondary school and junior college. At the age of 15, she made the national softball team. She was the team's youngest player. In 1999, Felicia Chin represented Singapore in the Women's Asian Softball Competition and in 2000, the Asian Youth Softball Competition.

She also won the 'A' Division softball gold medal with Victoria Junior College in 2002. From 1998 to 2001, she was part of the Combined Schools team, National Youth team and National teams. Eventually, she left the national team to concentrate on her studies. At 18, she stopped playing softball competitively.

Although she obtained fairly good grades in her 'A' levels, she decided to forgo a confirmed place in the National University of Singapore Arts Faculty in order to focus on her acting career.[2]

Career

Chin took part in the Singapore television talent hunt Star Search in 2003 and was crowned champion, thus beginning her acting career. She made her debut TV appearance in the SARS drama Always On My Mind with top actress Fann Wong.[3]

Felicia started out with mainly supporting roles until three years later she finally received her first local leading role in the idol drama Let It Shine [4].

Felicia is the brand ambassador for Vitagen, a health beverage. She is said to have been chosen ahead of other actresses due to her healthy image and her popularity among all age groups.[5] She also starred in many commercials such as Wisma Atria, Silky Girl and Whisper Ads. [6]

Felicia is seen as one of the fast rising female stars of her generation, with many tipping her as the next Queen of Caldecott Hill. Felicia also is one of the Mediacorp seven princess with Fiona, Jesseca, Jeanette, Rui En, Joanne, and Dawn.

Personal life

The tall, slim actress is a regular jogger at Bedok Reservoir, where she makes it a point to jog at least three times a week, covering 5 km to 8 km at a stretch. She also enjoys swimming, cycling, roller-blading and wakeboarding.

Felicia lost her father to cancer at the age of 17.

Felicia is dating with Star Search runner up, Jackson Tan (Tan Sia Chong/陈侠中). On the variety call The Princess and The Dadu, Felicia announced she is dating with Jackson. And she says that Jackson was shy to ask her phone number so he wanted the producer to ask Felicia phone number.

Achievements

  • 2003
    • Star Search 2003, Female Champion
    • Star Search 2003, Best Acting Potential
    • Star Search 2003, Miss Vibrant
  • 2006
    • Nominated Best Supporting Actress (Women of Times)
    • Star Awards 2006, Top 10 Most Popular Female Artistes
  • 2007
    • Star Awards 2007, Top 10 Most Popular Female Artistes

Filmography

TV dramas

Year Title Role
2008 Xin Hua Duo Duo Kai (新花朵朵开)
(110 episode long running drama)
TBA
2007 Path of Gold (黄金路) Lin Fei 林菲
Honour and Passion(宝家卫国) Ouyang Peipei 欧阳佩佩
Let It Shine (萤火虫的梦) Guo Yaoyao 郭瑶瑶
2006 The Beginning (原点)(Malaysia Co-Production) Shi Jianing 石嘉宁
A Million Treasures (百万宝) Lin Xiaobao 林小宝
Love at 0° C (爱情零度C) Mai Xiaoling 麦小玲
Women of Times (至尊红颜) Ou Xiangyun 欧湘芸
2005 Portrait of Home II (同心圆2) Fu Baobei 傅宝贝
Portrait of Home (同心圆) Fu Baobei 傅宝贝
2004 The Champion (任我遨游) Wang Tong 王彤
A Child's Hope II (孩有明天2) Kit
Chronicles of Life (我爱我家真情实录) Zhang Huili 张惠丽
2003 Always On My Mind (无炎的爱) Michelle

Variety shows

Year Title Role
2007 Campus Yummy Hunt (美食大专攻) Host
2006 On The Beat! (都是大发现!) Host
2004 Glamour-Licious (请你吃好料) Host
NKF Charity Show 2004 Host
Are You Game? Host
2003 True Hearts (公益献爱心) Host
President’s Star Charity 2003 (总统星光慈善 2003) Host

References

  1. ^ "Archives". Victoria Junior College - About VJC. 2005. Retrieved 2006-11-06. {{cite web}}: |first= missing |last= (help); External link in |work= (help)
  2. ^ "Interviews, Big on Felicia Chin". MediaCorp Channel 8. 2003. Retrieved 2006-11-23. {{cite web}}: |first= missing |last= (help); External link in |work= (help)
  3. ^ "Felicia Chin Celeb Bio". MediaCorp Channel 8. 2006. Retrieved 2006-11-06. {{cite web}}: |first= missing |last= (help); External link in |work= (help)
  4. ^ "Interviews, Felicia finds her pot of gold". MediaCorp Channel 8. 2003. Retrieved 2006-12-10. {{cite web}}: |first= missing |last= (help); External link in |work= (help)
  5. ^ "Vitagen News". Retrieved 2006-12-10.
  6. ^ "Interviews, Felicia finds her pot of gold". MediaCorp Channel 8. 2003. Retrieved 2006-12-10. {{cite web}}: |first= missing |last= (help); External link in |work= (help)