Alien Huang 黃鴻升

ABOUT

Alien Huang 黃鴻升 was a Taiwanese singer, actor, TV host, lyricist, writer, illustrator, fashion designer writer, illustrator, fashion designer and a business owner. He passed away in Taipei, Taiwan on September 16, 2020.

PROFILE

• Name:Alien Huang 黃鴻升
• English Name: Harry / Alien 
• AKA: Xiao Gui, Little Ghost
• Birthday: 28 November 1983 
• Birthplace: Beitou District , Taipei , Taiwan
• Passed away (died): 16 September 2020 (aged 36) 
• Cause of death: cardiovascular problems -ruptured aorta in the heart
• Education: Alma mater-Taipei City University of Science and Technology
• Occupation: Singer, actor, television host, lyricist, writer, illustrator, fashion designer
• Years active: 2002–2020
• Labels: Rock Records
• Associated acts: HC3 (disbanded) – 2002
  Cosmo (disbanded) – 2003
  Playboyz (disbanded) – 2010

TRIVIA

He went by the English name Harry in elementary school and Janson in high school but eventually chose “Alien” because he wanted to be an “indefinable and unique character” like aliens. Alien Huang began his career with the boy bands HC2 and Cosmo, both of which disbanded after their debuts. He has since been a prolific solo artist and a successful television host, best known for hosting the Taiwanese variety show “100% Entertainment” since 2005. He made his acting debut in 2002 and has starred in many popular films and television dramas, including “KO One” (2005), “Corner With Love” (2007), “Sweet Sweet Bodyguard” (2012) and “Lovestore at the Corner” (2014). The talented star is founder and designer of AES, which stands for Alien Evolution Studio, a popular clothing brand that launched in 2008. He also has published three illustration books.