Lawrence Lau Shek Yin

Biography

Lawrence Lau Shek Yin, born on September 25, 1961, is a Hong Kong actor, master of ceremonies, and program host. Hailing from Shunde Lecong in mainland China, he grew up in Hong Kong living in government staff quarters at Race Course Drive. He attended Fukien Middle School and later transferred to Pui Kiu Middle School to complete his matriculation. Before entering entertainment, he worked in accounting, banking, and advertising. He joined Asia Television (ATV) in December 1988 through a recommendation from academy classmate Anthony Wong and ATV talent department director Lau Tin-lan. He excelled in hosting variety shows early in his career, then turned to television drama acting after meeting producer Leung Tin in 1995. His notable works include the TV series "I Am From Chaozhou" and "Once Upon a Time in Shanghai." He served ATV for over 23 years until leaving in 2011, then returned in 2013. He earned the nickname "Loyal Minister of ATV" due to his long-standing loyalty to the station and not leaving voluntarily despite its financial crises. In 2025, he opened his first restaurant in his hometown of Shunde Ronggui, a wonton noodle shop named "Tai Chang Er Shu Gong," marking his entry into the food business.