Nicola Cheung

Nicola Cheung Sun Yuet is a retired Hong Kong actress and singer, best known for her work in TVB television dramas during the late 1990s and early 2000s.

Life and career

1976–1997: Early life and Education

Cheung was born on 31 May 1976 in Hong Kong. She completed her secondary education locally and later attended the University of Hong Kong, graduating with a Bachelor of Laws degree in 1997.

1997–1998: Film and Media debut

Cheung began her acting career in films, appearing in The Wedding Days as Joyce, He Comes From Planet K as Carol, and Cause We Are So Young as herself. She continued with roles in City of Glass and Twelve Nights.

1999–2005: TVB Career

In 1999, Cheung joined TVB and gained recognition for her portrayal of Princess Sun Yuet in Dragon Love. She also starred in Feminine Masculinity, Aiming High, FM701, and Reaching Out. In 2002, she appeared in the drama Feel 100%. It would be her last drama with TVB as she would focus only on her movie career afterwards.
During this period, Cheung also pursued a music career, releasing albums including 一不小心, 再不小心, and Angel of Mercy.

2005–2007: Retirement and Marriage

After leaving TVB, Cheung focused on movies for another three years before retiring in 2005 to focus on her personal life. She married businessman Jeremy Young in 2007.

2009–Present: Civilian and Family Life

Retired from the entertainment industry, Nicola focused on developing and growing her family with Jeremy. The couple has four daughters: Lucy, Lily, Leah, and a fourth daughter. Cheung has remained out of the public eye since retiring from acting.
In January 2023, Cheung experienced an emotional moment when her 13-year-old daughter underwent surgery and spent 10 days in a coma. The child made a full recovery.