Constance Wu's early life and career began in Richmond, Virginia, where she was born and raised. Her parents, both immigrants from Taiwan, were a computer programmer and a college professor, respectively. Growing up, Constance was heavily involved in the local community theater scene, laying the foundation for her future in the performing arts.
At the age of 16, Constance made the bold decision to relocate to New York City, where she enrolled in the prestigious Lee Strasberg Theatre Institute. This move marked the beginning of her professional career, as she quickly transitioned from classical theater to film work. Her early film credits include appearances in several Sundance Feature Films, including Stephanie Daley (2006) and Year of the Fish (2007).
In 2010, Constance made the move to Los Angeles, where her diverse background in theater and film helped her land a role in the Sundance Feature Sound of My Voice (2011). Her breakthrough role came in 2014, when she was cast as Jessica Huang in the ABC comedy series Fresh Off the Boat (2015). Based on Eddie Huang's memoir, the show revolves around a Taiwanese family that moves to suburban Orlando in the 1990s.
When not working on set, Constance enjoys a variety of hobbies, including long-distance running, camping, playing the piano, and reading. She currently resides in Silverlake, Los Angeles, with her pet rabbit, Lida Rose.
In 2018, Constance starred as Rachel Chu, an American college professor who dates a Singaporean multimillionaire, in the highly acclaimed romantic comedy Crazy Rich Asians (2018). This role cemented her status as a leading lady in Hollywood, and she continues to be a prominent figure in the entertainment industry.
