Lay Zhang
- January 10, 2024
- Singer
Quick Facts
Lay Zhang Biography
| Name | Lay Zhang |
| Birthday | Oct 7 |
| Birth Year | 1991 |
| Place Of Birth | Changsha |
| Home Town | Hunan |
| Birth Country | China |
| Birth Sign | Libra |
Lay Zhang is one of the most popular and richest Singer who was born on October 7, 1991 in Changsha, Hunan, China.
Zhang Yixing (Chinese: 张艺兴 ; born (1991-10-07 ) October 7, 1991), known professionally as Lay Zhang or simply Lay (Korean: 레이 ), is a Chinese singer, songwriter, record producer, dancer, and actor. He is a member of the South Korean-Chinese boy group Exo and its former sub-group Exo-M under SM Entertainment. He was first known after participating in the Chinese television talent show Star Academy in 2005. Apart from his musical activities, he is also known for starring in numerous dramas and films such as Ex-Files 2 (2015), The Mystic Nine (2016), Kung Fu Yoga (2017), The Island (2018) and The Golden Eyes (2019).
In 2008, Zhang auditioned for SM Entertainment at the company’s global casting auditions in Changsha. At the time of the auditions, he was 16 years old and studying at the High School Attached to Hunan Normal University, where he was featured as an outstanding student for his achievements. After successfully passing the auditions, Zhang moved to South Korea for his idol training. In 2011, prior to his debut with Exo, he briefly worked with Shinee during their Shinee World concert tour as Jonghyun’s dance replacement.
Lay Zhang Net Worth
| Net Worth | $5 Million |
| Source Of Income | Singer |
| House | Living in own house. |
Lay Zhang is one of the richest Singer from China. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Lay Zhang 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)
Zhang was born Zhang Jiashuai (Chinese: 张加帅 ) in Changsha, Hunan, China on October 7, 1991. His legal name was later changed to Zhāng Yìxīng. His first known acting role was at six years old, starring as Huan Huan in the 1998 Chinese television drama We The People. In 2000, at nine years old, Zhang participated in a Chinese television show as a fan club member of the Taiwanese singer and actor Jimmy Lin, giving him his first contact with the entertainment industry. Zhang began his career as a local child star after winning third place in a competition organized by the Hunan-based television show Star Academy in 2005. He also appeared in an episode of Yue Ce Yue Xin Kai and Liu Na’s variety show, Na Ke Bu Yi Yang between 2005 and 2006. In April 2006, he auditioned for a leading part in Zhang Jizhong’s The Duke of Mount Deer, but did not win the role despite being a finalist.
Height, Weight & Body Measurements
| Height | 5 ft 10 in |
Lay Zhang height 5 ft 10 in Leven weight Not Known & body measurements will update soon.
Who is Lay Zhang Dating?
According to our records, Lay Zhang is possibily single & has not been previously engaged. As of December 1, 2023, Lay Zhang’s is not dating anyone.
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Zhang has composed and produced multiple songs including “Exo 2014” by Exo and the whole of his solo albums, Lose Control (EP), Lay 02 Sheep, Winter Special Gift and Namanana. He also wrote and composed his 2015 SM Station single “Monodrama”. Zhang composed “Alone”, the original sound track for his 2015 romantic-comedy film Ex-Files 2, as well as “Prayer”, for his 2017 Chinese web-drama Operation Love. He holds composition credits for the song “Not to be Continued” by Chinese female artist Karen Mok which was released in May 2018 for her 25th anniversary album and later for MC Jin’s single “Debut” on the same year. In April 2018, Zhang won the “Best Producer” award at the Chinese Top Ten Music Awards. He revealed in an interview that he lost over 99 unreleased tracks that he composed over the years. Apart from Karen Mok, he holds composition credits to songs released by Yu Quan, MC Jin and Show Luo.
Facts & Trivia
Leven Ranked on the list of most popular Singer. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in China. Lay Zhang celebrates birthday on October 7 of every year.
Early in 2014, Zhang composed and performed the song “I’m Lay” for his solo performance during Exo’s first headlining concert tour The Lost Planet. Later in 2014, he performed another self-composed song titled “I’m Coming” on a special year-end television program on Hunan TV. Zhang also composed the song “Promise” from the repackaged edition of Exo’s second studio album, Love Me Right. He also wrote the lyrics for the Chinese version of the song, while the Korean version was co-written by Chen and Chanyeol.
Is Lay still member of EXO?
Lay Zhang has left SM Entertainment after a decade as his 10-year contract has ended. Lay’s exit coincides with the 10th anniversary of Exo, which consists of nine members: Xiumin, Suho, Lay, Baekhyun, Chen, Chanyeol, D.O., Kai, and Sehun.
Is Lay Zhang still in EXO 2021?
K-pop star Lay has parted ways with his group Exo’s music label, SM Entertainment.
Is Lay Zhang getting married?
EXO member Lay Zhang is no doubt a beautiful man who has stolen the hearts of many fans all across the world. Just recently, he received a marriage proposal and his reaction is priceless, giving us confirmation that he is also a true gentleman who is beautiful on the inside as well.
Is Lay Zhang still in EXO 2022?
Zhang Yixing has decided to depart the agency. On April 8, 2022, Lay addressed his fans via a handwritten letter.
Why did Lay not leave EXO?
EXO’s Lay: “I’m Not Leaving EXO Because of My Promise to the Members ” EXO’s Lay recently expressed his position on people’s suspicions of him leaving the group following news that he set up his own “workshop” in China.