# Xuân Bắc

Nguyễn Xuân Bắc (born August 21, 1976), commonly known by his stage name Xuân Bắc, is a Vietnamese actor, comedian and MC. Starting his career in 1995, he soon became known to the public and professionals with his role as Nui in the TV series Waves at the bottom of the river (Vietnamese: Sóng ở đáy sông), and was also one of the main actors in the political comedy shows Weekend reunion (Vietnamese: Gặp nhau cuối tuần) and Year-end reunion (Vietnamese: Gặp nhau cuối năm) of Vietnam Television. Besides his acting career, he is also the host of the TV game shows Catchphrase Vietnam (Vietnamese: Đuổi hình bắt chữ) of Hanoi Television and King of Vietnamese (Vietnamese: Vua Tiếng Việt) of VTV3.
For his contributions to artistic activities, Xuan Bac was awarded the title of Meritorious Artist in 2016, and later became People's Artist in 2023, and in 2022, he was awarded the third-class Labor Order by former President Nguyen Xuan Phuc.

## Biography

Xuan Bac was born in Thanh Ha street, Thanh Mieu ward, Viet Tri city, Phu Tho province.
From 1982 to 1987, he studied at Hoa Binh Primary School, Thanh Mieu ward, Viet Tri city.
From 1987 to 1991, he studied at Ly Tu Trong Secondary School, Thanh Mieu ward, Viet Tri city.
From 1991 to 1994, he studied at Viet Tri Industrial High School, Viet Tri city.
In 1998, he graduated from Hanoi University of Theatre and Cinema, then worked at Vietnam Drama Theater and worked as MC for some television programs. In the same year, he officially became the brand ambassador for Rejoice shampoo brand up until 2002.
In addition to being a famous actor and MC, Xuan Bac also participates in group activities. He was awarded the "Outstanding Young Face of the Capital" award in 2009 and term 2012 – 2017.
On November 30, 2010, Xuan Bac was selected as a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador for clean water and environmental sanitation.
2012: Master's degree - major in Art Studies
2016: Graduated from Directing - University of Theater and Cinema
On January 10, 2016, Xuan Bac was awarded the title of Meritorious Artist.
In September 2016, Xuan Bac was appointed deputy director of the Vietnam Drama Theater.
From August 1, 2018, Xuan Bac was a member of the Central Council of Young Pioneers term VIII according to Decision No. 287 - QD/TWĐTN-CTTN of the Central Executive Committee of the Ho Chi Minh Communist Youth Union
On December 11, 2019, at the first meeting of the Vietnam Youth Union Committee to select personnel, Mr. Nguyen Xuan Bac was consulted to become vice president of the Vietnam Youth Union term VIII.
On January 14, 2021, Xuan Bac was appointed director of Vietnam Drama Theater.
On November 28, 2023, according to Decision 1431/QD-CTN, he was among 42 individuals awarded the title of People's Artist in the second batch in 2023.

## Theatre

* Bệnh sĩ (Symptoms of Pride)

## Filmography
### TV dramas

| Year | Film | Role | Director |
| 1995 | 12A và 4H (12A and 4H) | Thiện | Bùi Thạc Chuyên Trần Quốc Trọng |
| 1997 | Ngã ba Đồng Lộc (Đồng Lộc Junction) | Thắng | Lưu Trọng Ninh |
| 1998 | Chuyện nhà Mộc (Story of Mr.Mộc's Family) | Cường | Trần Lực |
| 1998 | Kẻ cắp bất đắc dĩ (The Reluctant Thief) | | Bùi Thạc Chuyên |
| 1998 | Đảo xa (The Remote Island) | | |
| 1998 | Ngã ba thời gian (The Junction of Time) | A guy sues the commune chairman | Trần Phương |
| 1999 | Sóng ở đáy sông (Waves at the River Bed) | Núi | Lê Đức Tiến |
| 1999 | Nhịp tim lầm lạc (Misleading Heartbeat) | | |
| 1999 | Thăng bằng (Balance) | Cường | Vũ Minh Trí |
| 1999 | Đồng quê xào xạc (Rustling Fields) | | |
| 1999 | Công dân vàng (The Golden Citizen) | | Nguyễn Hữu Mười |
| 2000 | Ông bầu ca nhạc (The Music Manager) | | |
| 2000 | Nơi tình yêu bắt đầu (Where Love Begins) | | |
| 2001 | Chuyến tắc-xi cuối cùng (Last Tap) | | |
| 2001 | Chuyện ở công ty Thu Vào (Story of the Purchasing Company) | | |
| 2001 | Nối lại một chân dung (Review a Portrait) | Thắng | Nguyễn Anh Dũng |
| 2002 | Miếu làng (The Village Temple) | | |
| 2002 | Chuyện ngày xưa (An Old Story) | | |
| 2002 | Trời cho, trò chơi (Life is Like a Joke) | | |
| 2005 | Niệm khúc cuối (Last Recitation) | | Nguyễn Anh Dũng |
| 2007 | Con đường sáng (The Light Road) | Đào Phúc Lộc (or Hoàng Minh Đạo) | |
| 2012 | Hai phía chân trời (Two Horizons) | Minh | Trần Quốc Trọng Vũ Trường Khoa |
| 2023 | Lof Ba Vì - Sứ mệnh yêu thương (Love Mission) | Trạng Quỳnh | |

### Comedy videos

| Year | Film | Role | Director |
| 2004 | Râu quặp (Council of Fear of Wife) | Sòi | Phạm Đông Hồng |
| 2008 | Tiền ơi (Oh Money) | | Phạm Đông Hồng |
| 2010 | Cả Ngố (Mr.Fool) | Cả Ngố | Phạm Đông Hồng |
| 2013 | Không hề biết giận (Never Angry) | Chăm | Phạm Đông Hồng |
| 2015 | Quan trường - trường quan (Going to Academy to Become an Official) | Tý | Phạm Đông Hồng |

## TV shows

* Year-end reunion (Gặp nhau cuối năm) - VTV: Xuan Bac is always chosen to play the role of Nam Tào with his co-star Bắc Đẩu (played by Cong Ly), considered a perfect pair on stage and leaving a lot of impressions on the audience when it premieres every Tết (up until the end of 2023).
* Weekend reunion (Gặp nhau cuối tuần) - VTV3: Actor
* Laugh's Gala (Gala Cười) - VTV: Actors
* Weekend Relaxation (Thư giãn cuối tuần) - VTV3: Question and Answer (Hỏi Xoáy Đáp Xoay) is a part of Weekend Relaxation. In this section, Xuan Bac plays the role of MC Trần Xoáy, later promoted to Doctor, along with Professor Cù Trọng Xoay played by Đinh Tiến Dũng. Doctor Xoáy is a character who specializes in asking humorous questions to make it difficult for Professor Cu Trong Xoay and was later replaced by Mr. Xoài Trọng Chấm "." because Mr. Xoay went on a "business trip" according to the script. In 2020, the program was remade with a new name, Ask Xiên Answer Xẹo (Hỏi Xiên Đáp Xẹo).
* Catchphrase Vietnam (Đuổi hình bắt chữ) - HanoiTV: Xuan Bac hosted the program for most of its broadcast time.
* Connecting hearts journey (Hành trình kết nối những trái tim) - HTV7: Xuan Bac has been with this program since the early days (around 2009). His role in this program is to comment on the situations and journeys of the characters on the pink car (LOVEBUS).
* Youth Dance (Vũ điệu tuổi xanh) - HTV7: ' In 2014, Xuan Bac participated in hosting the program Vũ Điệu Tuổi Xanh, the children's version of So You Think You Can Dance (Thử thách cùng bước nhảy).
* Do Re Mi (Đồ Rê Mí) - VTV3: Accompanying Do Re Mi since 2011, Xuan Bac played the role of a judge. In 2012, he took on the role of MC.
* Thanks god, you're here! (Ơn giời, cậu đây rồi) - VTV3: Xuan Bac hosted the program throughout its broadcast. He also performed well in leading and handling difficult situations on stage of the department heads Tran Thanh, Viet Huong and Hoài Linh.
* Dad! Where are we going? (Bố ơi, mình đi đâu thế?) - VTV3: Xuan Bac and his son Bi participated in the program Dad! Where are we going? season 2 with the father-son pairs Manh Truong, Minh Khang, Do Minh.
* Vietnamese Band (Ban nhạc Việt) - VTV3: He led this program throughout its 2 seasons.
* True Love (Chân ái) - VTV3: Xuan Bac is a co-host with Cat Tuong. However, he only hosts alone in season 2 of the program "True Love 4.0".
* Miss Vietnam 2016 - VTV9: Commentator
* Student's Greeting (Lời chào SV) - VTV3: He participated in the program as a judge accompanying journalist Lai Van Sam in the 2016 and 2020 SV seasons.
* Swap (Hoán đổi) - VTV3: He was replaced by Truong Giang in episode 9 of the program.
* Who Wants to Be a Millionaire (Ai là Triệu Phú) - VTV3: He first appeared on the show Who Wants to Be a Millionaire on the December 30, 2014 episode as a guest with comedian Tu Long - the main player at that time. On the March 30, 2021 episode, he continued to participate as a guest with his companion Bi Beo - his son.
* Commentary on World Cup 2014, Euro 2012 and Euro 2020 - VTV: Guest commentary.
* Morning Coffee (Cà phê sáng) - VTV3: Guest chat.
* Familiar Faces Kids (Gương mặt thân quen nhí) - VTV3: Main judge in season 4.
* Piggy Bank (Heo đất) - VTV7: Host
* Weekend Appointment (Cuộc hẹn cuối tuần) - VTV3: Guest.
* Dream Square (Quảng trường những giấc mơ) (VTV3's 25th Birthday): He and his son Bi came to the show as guests.
* King of Vietnamese (Vua tiếng Việt) - VTV3: Host.
* Super Challenge (Siêu thử thách) - HTV2: Main judge.
* 12 Zodiacs (12 con giáp) - VTV3: "Old Man" character
* Beautiful Life (Cuộc sống tươi đẹp) - VTV3: Family Moments Judge
* Hour 9+ (Giờ thứ 9+) - VTV3: Guest
* Private Plane No. 6 (Chuyên cơ số 6) - VTV6: Guest
* Listen to Music with Me (Nghe nhạc cùng tôi) - VTV3: Guest
* Happy Lunch (Bữa trưa vui vẻ) - VTV6: Guest
* Miss Vietnam 2022 - VTV2: Deputy Head of the Jury
* What to Eat This Tet (Tết nay ăn gì) - HTV7: Guest