Actor and singer Wallace Huo was recently chosen by China Newsweek as Artist of the Year. He was distinguished as one of the Most Influential People in China for 2015.
This was a very remarkable distinction for the 35-year old actor since he is the only recipient of this award in the field Performing Arts this year. This could be an early birthday present for him since he will turn 36 on Dec. 26 and could be an early Christmas gift too.
In his acceptance speech, Huo voiced his deepest gratitude for the merit given to him. "To be able to give so much entertainment to people during their spare time has made me discover my own sense of duty," Wallace expressed according to Yahoo Celebrity. He mentioned as well that he would continue to do his best in this chosen craft.
China Newsweek has been organizing this annual event since 2009 to honor excellent and honorable people in their respective fields such academics, politics, entertainment, financial sector, business, performing arts and many more. These people contributed the most in China's development.
Huo achieved a lot in 2015. He had a sure hit TV series "The Journey of Flower". He topped the Top 50 Actors ranking for China Television Show in the first half of 2015. He became the celebrity spokesperson of SK-II China. And recently, iQIYI All-Star Carnival awarded him as the most popular actor.
Fans and followers were very proud of Huo's another achievement. Congratulatory messages and positive comments flooded. In Wallace Huo International Forum, one netizen left a striking remark "His pace is firm and strong yet delicate and humble...he's walking the path satisfaction and achievement...he's doing what he loves and does best."