Allan Wu

Allan Wu (born June 11, 1972) is a Singapore-based Chinese-American actor, host, VJ and model.

He is best known for being the host of 3 different editions of the popular reality game show, The Amazing Race. He was the host of 5 seasons of AXN Asia's The Amazing Race Asia, 3 seasons of International Channel Shanghai's The Amazing Race: China Rush and 4 seasons of Shenzhen Media Group's Chinese edition of The Amazing Race.

Wu decided to change his Chinese name because it was similar to Hong Kong film star Francis Ng .

Early life and education Wu was born in Los Angeles, California, United States to Chinese immigrant parents from Shenyang, Liaoning, China. His first language was Mandarin as his parents spoke it at home. He graduated from the University of California, Berkeley in the United States and worked in the biotechnology industry for several years. He eventually discovered his desire to become an actor after an accident made him reassess his life. He did some modeling for a while and also participated in an episode of the reality competition series Fear Factor, where he placed 2nd. He moved to Hong Kong where he worked as an actor.

Career Despite struggling with limited knowledge of Cantonese, MTV Taiwan gave him a stint as a VJ, during which he co-hosted a Christmas concert. He moved to Singapore and began acting in Chinese language drama series on Channel 8.

He has been the host for all five seasons of The Amazing Race Asia. He is also the host of The Amazing Race: China Rush, the Chinese version of The Amazing Race. In Season 16 of the American version of The Amazing Race, Allan Wu made a cameo appearance in Singapore, handing out clues.

Venture into podcasting

In 2024, Wu launched Call Us Daddy, a male-centric podcast tailored for older men that has garnered attention for its celebrity guests and candid discussions. The show has made headlines for offering raw and personal insights into the lives of its guests.

In one popular episode, actor Christopher Lee shared his regret over not completing his education, while another notable episode saw entrepreneur and former radio personality Daniel Ong address the controversial Twelve Cupcakes scandal.

Personal life In September 2011, Wu and his family relocated to Shanghai, China to be nearer to job commitments.

Wu was married to former Mediacorp actress Wong Li Lin and they have a daughter Sage and son Jonas. The couple is managed by Fly Entertainment. In 2013, the couple separated. In 2017, Wu started dating a contestant from The Amazing Race Asia 5 Yvonne Lee.

Filmography Television series

Film Year Title Role Notes 1999 Never Compromise (逆我者死) Chun Yu Ng 2003 Night Corridor (妖夜迴廊) Vincent Sze 2004 Rice Rhapsody Ronald 2005 I Do, I Do Chen Jianfeng 2008 The Leap Years Steven 2008 Kung Fu Hip Hop Tang Ge 2010 Love Cuts Timothy Tang Special appearance 2011 Overheard 2

Television shows Year Title Notes 2003 Discover Australia (奥妙无及现) 2005 Hua Yu, Cool! Mediacorp Channel 5 2006–2016 The Amazing Race Asia 2010 The Amazing Race 16 Cameo appearance 2010–2012 The Amazing Race: China Rush 2014–2017 The Amazing Race China From Season 1 Episode 3

Brand ambassador Year Brand Notes 2003 TAG Heuer 2009 Carlsberg 2014 Oakley

Awards and nominations Year Awards Category Nominated work ResultRef 2002 Star Awards Best Newcomer 2021Asian Television AwardsBest Actor in a Supporting RoleCrouching Tiger Hidden Ghost