History of Constance Wu in Timeline

Constance Wu is an American actress best known for her role as Jessica Huang in the ABC sitcom "Fresh Off the Boat." This breakout role, which she played from 2015 to 2020, earned her four nominations for the Critics' Choice Television Award for Best Actress in a Comedy Series.

March 22, 1982: Birth of Constance Wu

Constance Wu was born on March 22, 1982.

1993: "The Joy Luck Club" Released

"The Joy Luck Club", released in 1993, was the last major Hollywood studio film to feature an all-Asian cast before "Crazy Rich Asians".

2005: Constance Wu Earns BFA in Acting

Constance Wu graduated from the State University of New York at Purchase's Conservatory of Theatre Arts with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in acting in 2005.

2006: Constance Wu Makes Screen Debut in "Stephanie Daley"

Constance Wu began her on-screen acting career with a supporting role in the film "Stephanie Daley" in 2006.

2007: Constance Wu Appears in "Law & Order: SVU" and Joins "One Life to Live"

Constance Wu made appearances in popular television shows like "Law & Order: SVU" and secured a recurring role in the soap opera "One Life to Live" in 2007.

2010: Constance Wu Relocates to Los Angeles

Following a personal setback, Constance Wu made a life-changing decision to move to Los Angeles in 2010 to pursue new opportunities.

December 2011: Constance Wu Begins Dating Ben Hethcoat

Constance Wu began a relationship with actor Ben Hethcoat in December 2011.

2012: Constance Wu Stars in "EastSiders"

Constance Wu took on a leading role in the web series "EastSiders" in 2012, further establishing her versatility as an actress.

2014: Constance Wu Wins Indie Series Awards for "EastSiders"

Constance Wu received recognition for her work in "EastSiders" with two Indie Series Awards for Best Ensemble - Drama in 2014.

2014: Constance Wu Lands Role in "Fresh Off the Boat"

Constance Wu's career took a significant turn in 2014 when she was cast in the lead role for the ABC comedy series "Fresh Off the Boat".

2015: "Fresh Off the Boat" Premieres

Constance Wu's breakout role in "Fresh Off the Boat" premiered in 2015, earning her critical acclaim.

2016: Constance Wu Wins Second Indie Series Award for "EastSiders"

Constance Wu's performance in "EastSiders" continued to garner acclaim, earning her another Indie Series Award for Best Ensemble - Drama in 2016.

February 2017: Constance Wu Cast in "Crazy Rich Asians"

Constance Wu landed a pivotal role as the female lead in the film adaptation of "Crazy Rich Asians" in February 2017.

2017: Constance Wu Named One of Time's 100 Most Influential People

Constance Wu's rising influence was acknowledged in 2017 when she was included in Time magazine's list of the 100 most influential people.

2017: Constance Wu's Run on "EastSiders" Ends

Constance Wu's time on the web series "EastSiders" came to an end in 2017.

2017: Constance Wu Supports Miry's List

Demonstrating her commitment to social causes, Constance Wu dedicated her efforts to support Miry's List, an organization aiding immigrants and refugees in Southern California, in 2017.

February 2018: Constance Wu and Ben Hethcoat's Relationship Ends

Constance Wu and Ben Hethcoat ended their relationship in February 2018.

August 15, 2018: "Crazy Rich Asians" Premieres in the US and Canada

"Crazy Rich Asians", featuring Constance Wu, was released in the United States and Canada on August 15, 2018, marking a significant moment in Asian representation in Hollywood.

November 2018: Constance Wu Addresses Online Harassment

Constance Wu bravely spoke out against the online harassment she endured due to her relationship with Ben Hethcoat in November 2018.

November 2018: Constance Wu Voices Character in "Crow: The Legend"

Constance Wu lent her voice to the animated short film "Crow: The Legend" in November 2018.

2018: "Crazy Rich Asians" Released

Constance Wu starred in the critically acclaimed film "Crazy Rich Asians" in 2018, which became a major commercial success.

May 2019: Constance Wu Expresses Disappointment Over "Fresh Off the Boat" Renewal

In May 2019, Constance Wu faced backlash after publicly expressing her disappointment over the renewal of "Fresh Off the Boat" for a sixth season. Her frustration stemmed from the renewal conflicting with another project she was passionate about. Although she clarified her comments, the incident sparked significant controversy on social media.

June 2019: Constance Wu Cast in "Goodbye Vitamin"

Constance Wu was cast in the lead role for the film adaptation of "Goodbye Vitamin" in June 2019.

September 13, 2019: "Hustlers" Premieres

The crime comedy film "Hustlers", starring Constance Wu and Jennifer Lopez, premiered on September 13, 2019, and achieved both box office success and positive critical reception.

2019: Constance Wu in "Hustlers"

Constance Wu showcased her acting range by starring in the crime drama film "Hustlers" in 2019.

August 2020: Birth of Constance Wu's First Child

Constance Wu became a mother in August 2020 when she gave birth to her first child, a daughter, with her partner Ryan Kattner.

2020: "Fresh Off the Boat" Concludes

"Fresh Off the Boat", the show that catapulted Constance Wu to fame, concluded in 2020 after a successful run.

March 2021: Constance Wu Joins "The Terminal List" Cast

Constance Wu joined the cast of the Amazon Prime thriller series "The Terminal List" in March 2021.

July 2022: Constance Wu Reveals Suicide Attempt and Sexual Harassment

In July 2022, Constance Wu revealed that the backlash from her 2019 social media posts, particularly messages from a fellow actress, led her to attempt suicide. Thankfully, she was saved by a friend. Wu also shared that she had been sexually harassed by a producer on "Fresh Off the Boat," contributing to her initial reaction to the show's renewal.

September 2022: Constance Wu Speaks Out About Mental Health and Harassment

Following her revelations in July 2022, Constance Wu continued to speak out about her mental health journey and the sexual harassment she experienced. She explained that she took a break from social media and acting to focus on therapy and prioritize her well-being.

October 7, 2022: "Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile" Theatrical Release

"Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile", a movie featuring Constance Wu, was released in theaters on October 7, 2022.

October 2022: Constance Wu Releases Memoir "Making a Scene"

Constance Wu's memoir, "Making a Scene", hit bookshelves in October 2022.

2022: Release of "Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile" and Wu's Memoir

Constance Wu appeared in the film "Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile" and published her memoir, "Making a Scene", in 2022.

February 21, 2023: Constance Wu Announces Second Pregnancy

Constance Wu shared the news of her second pregnancy with the public via Instagram on February 21, 2023.

July 20, 2023: Constance Wu Welcomes Son

Constance Wu gave birth to her second child, a son, on July 20, 2023.

2023: Constance Wu Signs Open Letter in Support of President Biden's Pro-Israel Stance

Constance Wu was among the actors who signed an open letter in 2023 expressing support for President Biden's pro-Israel stance, a move that sparked debate and was interpreted by some as pro-Zionist.