Zoe Tay has been recognized as Singapore's entertainment icon since her triumph in Star Search in 1988, a testament to her enduring success in the industry. Having started her career as a top model, she made a seamless transition to acting and has since played the lead role in numerous television dramas, showcasing her versatility in various genres.
As the "Queen of Caldecott Hill," Zoe has consistently lived up to her reputation, earning the top spot among the Top 10 Most Popular Female Artistes in the annual Star Awards for an impressive ten consecutive years since its inception in 1994. She also became the first female artiste to receive the prestigious All-Time Favourite Artiste Award in 2004.
Throughout her illustrious career, Zoe has received numerous accolades, including the Best Actress award at the Star Awards in 2019, 2017, and 1996 for her outstanding performances in "A Million Dollar Dream," "You Can Be An Angel 2," and "Golden Pillow," respectively. In 1998, she was honored with the Special Achievement Award, acknowledging her significant contributions to the local entertainment scene.
Her exceptional portrayals in "You Can Be An Angel 2," "The Ultimatum," and "Home Affairs" garnered nominations for Best Drama Performance by an Actress at the Asian TV Awards in 2017, 2009, and 2000, respectively. In 2014, Zoe achieved another milestone when she was immortalized with a wax figure at Madame Tussauds Singapore, joining the ranks of celebrated celebrities in their esteemed hall of fame.
Beyond her artistic pursuits, Zoe actively engages in charitable endeavors with global and local organizations, such as World Vision and the Singapore Council of Women's Organisations (SCWO). In 2018, she launched the "You Can Say No" charity campaign in collaboration with SCWO, addressing the issue of domestic violence through a video broadcasted on Mediacorp TV channels and YouCanSayNo.sg. Furthermore, in June 2019, she participated in a live talk show on Facebook discussing the topic of date rape.
Zoe recently clinched the Best Actress Award at the Star Awards in 2019 and 2021, earning well-deserved acclaim for her exceptional performances in "A Million Dollar Dream" and "My Guardian Angel."
