Quick Info
| Profession | Actor, Dancer, Choreographer |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 28/04/1982 |
| Age | 44 years |
| Birthplace | Puerto Limón, Costa Rica |
| Zodiac Sign | Taurus |
Latest News about Harry Shum Jr.
Harry Shum Jr. became the face of P.F. Chang's 'Bright Nights. Festive Flavors.' holiday campaign, which launched nationwide on this date. The campaign draws on his childhood memories of his parents' Chinese restaurant and includes a seasonal menu running through January 2027.
During a Entertainment Weekly interview after earning a perfect score on Dancing with the Stars, Shum said he would love to return for a Glee reboot and a Crazy Rich Asians series. He noted that he is currently very busy, and that the Crazy Rich Asians spinoff, which HBO ordered in October 2026, has not confirmed his participation.
Shum joined season 35 of Dancing with the Stars as one of 16 contestants. He earned the highest score of the season premiere, dancing a cha-cha with his partner Jenna Johnson.
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Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5' 11" (180 cm) |
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| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Black |
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| Educational Qualification | Graduate |
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Marriage Date | 22/11/2015 |
| Wife/Spouse | Shelby Rabara (Actress) |
Family
| Father | From Guangzhou, China |
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| Mother | From Hong Kong |
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| Children | 1 Daughter |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Harry's parents are Chinese immigrants; his mother hails from Hong Kong, while his father is from Guangzhou, China. | |
| 2. Shum was raised in Costa Rica before moving to San Francisco at the age of six. | |
| 3. Originally interested in theater and sports, he discovered his passion for dance through a dare to audition for his high school dance team. | |
| 4. He briefly attended San Francisco State University before dropping out to pursue dance professionally. | |
| 5. Fluent in English, Spanish, and Chinese, his first language was Spanish, which he has not spoken fluently since age six. | |
| 6. Shum's acting career is complemented by his work as a dance instructor. | |
| 7. An avid dog lover, he had a pet dog that recently passed away. | |
| 8. In his leisure time, he enjoys reading books. | |
| 9. Supports the Invisible Children charity's efforts to fight the abduction of Ugandan youth. |
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