Founder of Yue-Sai Cosmetics
Yue-Sai Kan Productions
Yue-Sai Kan is a groundbreaking Emmy-winning television host and producer, successful entrepreneur, bestselling author, and dedicated humanitarian. Celebrated as “the most famous woman in China” by People magazine and hailed as “the Queen of the Middle Kingdom” by Time, Yue-Sai has transformed perceptions of East and West through her visionary work in media, beauty, and philanthropy.
In 1972, Yue-Sai pioneered Looking East, the first U.S. television series to spotlight Asian cultures, winning critical acclaim and numerous awards. Her landmark 1986 series One World aired on China’s national network CCTV, attracting a weekly audience of 400 million. As the first non-Chinese citizen to host a TV series in China, Yue-Sai became a household name and one of the most-watched women globally.
In 1992, Yue-Sai founded Yue Sai Cosmetics, which grew into China’s leading cosmetics company, with products sold in over 800 outlets across the nation. Recognized by more than 90% of the Chinese population, the brand was acquired by L’Oréal in 2004. Yue-Sai has also authored 11 bestselling books, and in 2000 and 2008 she became the only living American featured on a Chinese government-issued postage stamp – twice.
Nonprofit Leadership and Philanthropic Impact
Yue-Sai Kan’s philanthropic work has made a significant global impact, advancing education, healthcare, and cultural preservation. Her initiatives have raised millions for cleft palate surgeries, orphanages, and scholarships, changing countless lives for the better. Through her remarkable career and humanitarian endeavors, Yue-Sai continues to inspire millions, bridging cultural divides and promoting a more inclusive world.
• China Institute in America (Co- Chair): As Co-Chair of this 99-year-old organization, Yue-Sai leads initiatives that promote understanding of Chinese culture through programs in language, music, art, culinary arts, and business.
• Yue-Sai Kan One World Foundation (Founder): An evolution of the Yue-Sai Kan China Beauty Charity Fund, this foundation advances respect, tolerance, and cultural inclusivity globally through media, education, and content production. Its digital media program, One World, debuted on YouTube and other digital platforms in the USA and China late November 2024 has quickly amassed millions of views. Watch and follow the One World on YouTube.
• Committee of 100 (Board member): A prestigious organization of outstanding Chinese Americans.
• Ellis Island Honors Society (Board member): A prestigious board established to recognize and celebrate the nation’s most outstanding Americans annually during a grand event at Ellis Island.
• Prince Albert II Monaco Foundation Philanthropy Round Table (Board member)
• Shanghai Soong Ching Ling Foundation
• City Meals on Wheels (Past Board member)
• Miss Universe China Pageant (Past license holder): Yue-Sai transformed the pageant into Shanghai’s most glamorous charity event, raising millions for children’s health, education, and the arts especially children with cleft palates. In 2022, Yue-Sai was ordained a Dame of Malta, and Harvard University’s Schlesinger Library acquired her life’s archives, recognizing her as a historic figure in women’s leadership and cross-cultural understanding.
Yue-Sai’s official website is www.yuesaikan.com
Yue-Sai Kan One World Foundation is www.yuesaikanoneworldfoundation.org
Her biography video is located at https://youtu.be/Na3HrRjLvZQ
Her popular microblog is weibo.com/jinyuxi
Her WeChat public account is Jin_yu_xi
Her Instagram account is located at https://www.instagram.com/yuesaikan/
