Was selected from more than 10,000 actresses to star as Wang Jiazhi in Lust, Caution (2007), directed by Ang Lee.
Wei originally wanted to become an archaeologist or lawyer, but entered a modeling shoot in 1997.
Graduated from the directing department of the Central Academy of Drama
in Beijing. Tang Wei is an aspiring writer and director in addition to
being an actress.
Was chosen by Variety as one of the Top 10 Actors to Watch (October 2007).
Her Western name is Rebecca.
Was honored as Asian Female Star of the Year by CineAsia 2007 (December 2007).
Mother, with husband Kim Tae-yong, of daughter Summer (b. August 2016).