Zhang Taichun, known as the 'Milk Tea Girl' from her teenage years, has recently made headlines by attending a charity gala in Hong Kong, where her net worth is reported to be around 12 trillion won (approximately $11 billion).
According to VN Express, Zhang attended the charity gala held at the M+ Museum in Hong Kong. The event attracted numerous celebrities from both the business and entertainment sectors, including actor Chow Yun-fat and his wife, as well as the daughters of Stanley Ho, known as the 'King of Casinos.' Zhang received praise from fashion bloggers for her stunning appearance in a dress from Vietnamese designer Phan Huy's 2026-2027 haute couture collection.
In 2009, a photo of Zhang in her school uniform holding a cup of milk tea went viral online, earning her the nickname 'Milk Tea Girl.' Notably, acclaimed director Zhang Yimou offered her a role in the film 'Fig,' which she famously declined.
In 2011, she enrolled early at Tsinghua University, one of China's top universities. During her studies in the United States, she began a relationship with Liu Qiangdong, the founder of JD.com, who is 19 years her senior. The couple married in 2015.
After their marriage, Zhang actively participated in developing JD.com's fashion and luxury portfolio. She opened official stores for Sephora and Luxottica on the platform and launched the 'Italian Fashion Mall' website in collaboration with Milan Fashion Week.
Additionally, Zhang has expanded investments through Liu's family fund portfolio, including shares in Uber. Her current net worth is estimated at around 60 billion yuan (approximately $11.76 billion), making her the third wealthiest among Tsinghua University alumni.
In 2017, at the age of 24, Zhang was listed among the world's 500 richest people by the Chinese business magazine 'New Fortune.' Last year, she ranked 42nd on Forbes' list of China's 100 richest individuals, further solidifying her influence.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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