Julia Ling, born Xiao Wei Lin, is a talented American actress, producer, and writer whose performances have captivated television audiences.
She gained recognition for Anna Wu on Chuck, alongside appearances in Buffy the Vampire Slayer, ER, House, Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip, Grey’s Anatomy, and The Deep End. She also works in independent filmmaking.
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| Wiki Facts & About Data | |
| Real Name: | Xiao Wei Lin |
| Stage Name: | Julia Ling |
| Born: | February 14, 1983 (age 43 years old) |
| Place of Birth: | Southern California, United States |
| Nationality: | American |
| Ethnicity: | Chinese-American |
| Height: | 155 cm (5 ft 1 in) |
| Religion: | Christianity |
| Parents: | Mr. and Mrs. Lin |
| Occupation: | Actress, Producer, Writer |
| Net Worth: | $2 million |
Early life and education
Julia Ling was born on February 14, 1983, in Southern California, United States. She was raised by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Lin, whose family had roots in China and Cambodia. Her ethnicity is Chinese-American.
Her religion is Christianity. Ling showed artistic ability from childhood, winning a storytelling award at six and performing award-winning dances by nine.
She graduated from high school near the top of her class before attending UCLA, where she majored in biomedical chemical engineering and became involved in the Engineering Society and Society of Women Engineers.
Career
Julia Ling began her television career in 2003 when she appeared on Buffy the Vampire Slayer. She subsequently built an extensive television résumé, appearing in ER, House, Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip, The O.C., Grey’s Anatomy, and 8 Simple Rules. Her most recognizable role arrived in 2007, when she joined Chuck as Anna Wu appearing across three seasons.
She later appeared in The Deep End and I Hate My Teenage Daughter. Ling expanded into producing and filmmaking through Silver Rose Entertainment, creating independent projects including Tango Down and Brotherhood.
Awards and nominations
- Jackie Chan Disciples Martial Arts Competition — Best Acting Award (2007): Winner
- Urban Action Film Festival — Best Action, 2-Minute Category: Winner, Brotherhood
- 573 Film Festival — Best Short Film: Winner, Tango Down
Social media
- Instagram: Julia Ling
- Facebook: Julia Ling
- LinkedIn: Julia Ling
Personal life
Julia Ling, 43 years old, is currently single and unmarried.
Julia Ling has maintained interests in dance, martial arts, filmmaking, engineering, music, piano, swimming, and charitable work. She has also remained active in producing independent projects and using entertainment as a platform for positive social causes.Her height is 155 cm (5 ft 1 in).
Net worth
Julia Ling‘s net worth is $2 million USD. She has accumulated her wealth from television and film acting, producing, writing, filmmaking, voice acting, and independent entertainment projects.
Her career income includes work on Chuck, ER, Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip, House, Grey’s Anatomy, The Deep End, High School, and Tango Down, alongside her work through Silver Rose Entertainment.
Filmography
- Buffy the Vampire Slayer (2003)
- Memoirs of a Geisha (2005)
- ER (2006–2007)
- House (2006)
- Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip (2006–2007)
- Chuck (2007–2010)
- Grey’s Anatomy (2007)
- The Deep End (2010)
- I Hate My Teenage Daughter (2011)
- Tango Down (2019)