Johnny Lu
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- May 8, 1977 in Taipei, Taiwan
- Active Years
- 2003–2026 (24 Years)
- Total Credits
- 37 credits in database
Biography
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Name: Johnny Lu (Lu Sze-ming / 路斯明).
Profession: Taiwanese-American actor, singer, and television host.
Birthdate: May 8, 1977.
Birthplace: Taipei, Taiwan.
Background: Moved to the United States at age eight; attended University of California, Irvine (earned bachelor's degree in English studies). Returned to Taiwan in the late 2000s.
Known For/Credits:
Movies: 100 Days (2013), A Good Child (2025).
TV Series: Who's The One, Next Heroes, In Between, True Love 365, Life Plan A and B, Brothers Sun (cameo, 2024), Kin (2018), Imperfect Us (2024), Island Nation 2 (2021), The Ex-Man (2018), High 5 Basketball (2016).
Other details: Height 183cm, Blood type AB, Star sign Taurus.
Johnny Lu, also known as Lu Sze-ming, is a Taiwanese-American actor, singer, and television host. Born on May 8, 1977, in Taipei, Taiwan, he moved to the United States at age eight and later earned a bachelor's degree in English studies from the University of California, Irvine. He returned to Taiwan in the late 2000s. His acting credits include the film 100 Days, released in 2013, and A Good Child. His television work includes series such as Who's The One, Next Heroes, In Between, True Love 365, Life Plan A and B, Kin, Island Nation 2, and The Ex-Man
Career overview
Johnny Lu, also known as Lu Sze-ming, is a Taiwanese-American actor, singer, and television host. Born in Taipei, Taiwan, he moved to the United States at the age of eight, where he spent his childhood and adolescent years. He later attended the University of California, Irvine, earning a bachelor degree in English studies before returning to Taiwan in the late 2000s to establish his career.
Lu has built a diverse body of work across film and television. His television credits include appearances in Who is the One, Next Heroes, In Between, True Love 365, Life Plan A and B, The Ex-Man, High 5 Basketball, Island Nation 2, Imperfect Us, and a one-episode cameo role in the 2024 Netflix original series Brothers Sun. In addition to his television work, Lu has appeared in films such as the 2013 release 100 Days, Kin in 2018, and A Good Child in 2025. Recognized as a versatile bilingual performer, he continues to be active in the entertainment industry with numerous acting credits to his name.
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Full Filmography
37 titles- Dog Man (2026) as Chiang Yao
- Afterpiece (2026)
- A Good Child (2025) as David
- The Brothers Sun (2024) as Drowsy Lee
- Imperfect Us (2024) as Lin Jing-zong
- U Motherbaker - The Movie (2023) as Doctor
- Island Nation (2020) as 陈庆堂
- Wacko At Law (2020) as Wu Jing Tao
- The Last Thieves (2019)
- The Ex-Man (2018) as Zhou Li Yang
- The Plastic Bag (2018) as Zhang Guo-Hui
- Tomorrow's Star (2018) as Manager
- Life Plan A and B (2016) as Rong Yi Chao (Eason)
- Constellation Women Series: Aquarius Woman (2015) as Fu Baifeng
- 寻物少女 (2015)
- 白袍下的高跟鞋 (2014) as 秦绍洋
- The Queen! (2013) as 杨瑞
- True Love 365 (2013) as Lai Junjie
- 100 Days (2013)
- Fondant Garden (2012) as Tan Rui
- In Between (2012) as Meng Ke Huai
- Bang Bang Formosa (2012) as Ma-hao
- Next Heroes (2011) as 高仓
- Justice for Love (2008) as 陈俊扬
- Triad Wars (2008) as Jacky Ho Wing Kit
- A Mob Story (2007)
- The Shopaholics (2006)
- Fatal Contact (2006) as Wai
- On the Edge (2006)
- Wo Hu (2006)
- The Unusual Youth (2005)
- Set Up (2005) as Edmund
- Set to Kill (2005) as Billy Wong
- Papa Loves You (2004) as Keung
- Driving Miss Wealthy (2004)
- Fantasia (2004)
- Lost in Time (2003) as Sharon's husband
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Johnny Lu best known for?
Johnny Lu is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Dog Man (2026), Afterpiece (2026), The Brothers Sun (2024).
When and where was Johnny Lu born?
Johnny Lu was born on May 8, 1977 in Taipei, Taiwan.
How many credits does Johnny Lu have?
Johnny Lu has accumulated over 37 film and television credits across a career spanning from 2003 to 2026.
What is Johnny Lu's background in cinema and television?
Subject: Johnny Lu (Acting). Goal: Factual identity profile. Format: Plain prose only, no markdown, no headings, no preamble, no JSON, no surrounding quotes. Constraint: 90-130 words. Constraint: Use ONLY provided facts. No invention. Constraint: Neutral, encyclopedic prose. Name: Johnny Lu (Lu Sze-ming / 路斯明). Profess...
Johnny Lu by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- The Brothers Sun (2024) as Drowsy Lee — aged about 47
- Dog Man (2026) as Chiang Yao — aged about 49
- Afterpiece (2026) — aged about 49
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