Li Xueqin

Li Xueyang (, born July 1, 1995), known professionally as Li Xueqin (李雪琴), is a Chinese stand-up comedian and actress. In 2020, she gained nationwide acclaim for her debut on the comedy competition Rock & Roast season 3.

Early life and education Li Xueqin is a native of Tieling, Liaoning. Her parents divorced when she was in junior high school. She attended the School of Journalism and Communication at Peking University, where she first showed signs of depression. After graduating, she enrolled in a master's program at New York University; but the difficult transition worsened her condition. She left her studies and returned to China, worked in various jobs before starting her own business and creating videos on Douyin and Weibo, launching her comedy career.

Career In 2018, Li Xueqin gained internet fame with short videos humorously introducing local landmarks to Kris Wu. After Wu responded, she went viral and quickly became the most-searched topic on Weibo. Other notable figures Guo Ailun and Robin Li also engaged.

In 2019, Li declined an invitation to perform on Rock & Roast due to inexperience but later accepted amid COVID-19 pandemic uncertainties. She prepared by self-learning, mainly through Greg Dean's 'Step by Step to Stand-Up Comedy'. After stand-up success, Li expanded into other comedy forms, becoming one of the few female voices in the male-dominated Dongbei renaissance.

After gaining widespread attention, Li participated in various programs and activities. She performed the sketch 'Rehearsal' alongside other artists at the CCTV Lantern Festival Gala.

Influence Media image Li was praised for her sharp wit and relatable storytelling that connected with ordinary Chinese people. Her jokes on farming and city life sharply captured young Chinese caught between rural roots and urban reality. She highlighted the struggles of beipiao, a term describing youth who leave their hometowns to work in Beijing, critiquing the city's indifference and challenging the value of big-city dreams. In 2025, she lost weight with intermittent fasting, emerged as a fashion icon, and broadened her acting range to diverse roles.

Ligitation In June 2025, Li Xueqin was accused by former associate Xie Tianfei of financial misconduct involving her dissolved company, including profit withholding, irregular transactions, and undisclosed asset transfers. Li's studio confirmed lawful liquidation, denied misconduct, and reserved the right to take legal action against Xie.

Filmography TV and web series

Film

Variety shows