Julian Hee (Chinese: 许立桦; pinyin: Xǔ Lìhuá, born 11 June 1978) is a former Singaporean Chinese actor and model. He was prominently a full-time Mediacorp artiste from 2001 to 2014. His younger brother, Haden Hee, 许立楷 was also a former Mediacorp artiste.

Julian Hee
Born (1978-06-11) 11 June 1978 (age 46)
NationalitySingaporean
Occupation(s)Actor, Host, Model
Years active2001 – present
Chinese name
Simplified Chinese许立桦
Transcriptions
Standard Mandarin
Hanyu PinyinXǔ Lìhuá

Career

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Modeling

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Before entering the entertainment industry, Julian was a model. He won Mr. Manhunt Singapore in 2002 and represented Singapore in Manhunt International 2002, which was held in Shanghai. He was a semi-finalist in Mister World 2003.[1]

Acting

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Hee is a full-time actor, formerly signed by MediaCorp, and has performed in both English and Chinese dramas. He made his television debut on the Channel 5 show Heartlanders (seasons 3 and 4) before switching to Channel 8 Chinese-language dramas. He was nominated for the Best Newcomer in the 2005 Star Awards and the Top 10 Most Popular Male Artistes the following year.

Hee's last drama while at MediaCorp was the PerfectCut.[2] After leaving in 2009, he became a freelance actor, starring in dramas like Gifted .[3]

Personal Life

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In 2017, Hee was assaulted and injured by a fellow motorist following a conflict at the Old Airport Road Hawker Centre.[4]

In 2018, Hee was featured in a photoshoot by Dear Straight People called #Reasons4Repeal in support of the repeal of Section 377A.[5]

Filmography

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Films/Movies

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Year Work Role Notes
2014 Rubbers Thor

Television

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Year Work Role Notes
2018 Gifted 天之骄子 Zhao Zijian/Jiang Wencong 赵子建/江文聪 Mediacorp Malaysia co production
2011 C.L.I.F. 警徽天职 Cheng Chee Hong 郑志鸿
2010 Friends Forever 我爱麻糍 Lung 林志龙 Singapore-Malaysia co-production
2009 Perfect Cut II 一切完美2 Sky Tan Channel U production
Red Thread Justin Kong Channel 5 production
2008 Calefare Manly Han Channel 5 production
Guest appearance
Perfect Cut 一切完美 Sky Tan Channel U production
Rhythm of Life 变奏曲 Zhang Nan 张南
2007 Metamorphosis 破茧而出 Leo Meng Tianbao
Switched 幸运星 Chen Hansheng 陈汉生
2006 Love at 0°C 爱情零度C Hu Guobin 胡国彬
Women of Times 至尊红颜 Michael Jia Ruoqi
2005 The Rainbow Connection 舞出彩虹 Martin 李天乐
Beyond The aXis of Truth II 法医X档案 2 Kong Zichong
Heartlanders 4 Cpl Darren Ho Channel 5 production
PS...I Love You 天...使我爱你
A Life of Hope 活下去
My Lucky Charm 情来运转
2004 The Champion 任我遨游
Daddy's Girl Channel 5 production
Heartlanders 3' Cpl Darren Ho Channel 5 production

TV Appearance : As a host

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Appearance Genre Country of Origin Language Year
Rootsmania (co-host) Infotainment Singapore Mandarin Chinese 2004
iWhiz (co-host) Gameshow Singapore English 2006

Competitions/Award Ceremonies

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Year Citation Country of Origin
2002 Manhunt Singapore 2002 Winner
Official Special Award, Mr Healthy Lifestyle, Manhunt International
Shanghai, China
2003 Semi-finalist, Mr World London, England
2006 Nominee, Top 10 Most Popular Artistes, Star Awards Singapore

Accolades

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Star Awards – Acting Awards
Year Ceremony Category Nominated work Result
2005 12th Star Awards Ceremony Best Newcomer Nominated
2006 13th Star Awards Ceremony Top 10 Most Popular Male Artistes Top 20

References

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  1. ^ "Mister World 2003: Singapore". Miss World. Retrieved 23 December 2019.
  2. ^ "Prime Cut – Channel U's first prime-time local production". Channel News Asia. 18 June 2008.
  3. ^ "My body must be worth seeing". AsiaOne. 7 March 2009.
  4. ^ "Actor Julian Hee injured in spat, plans to file charges". The Straits Times. 9 June 2017. Retrieved 9 June 2017.
  5. ^ "New Photo Exhibit In Singapore Showcases #Reasons4Repeal Of S377A By Straight & LGBTQ+ People". Dear Straight People. 13 November 2018. Retrieved 13 November 2018.