Li Yi Tong is a Chinese actress and singer born in Jinan City, Shandong, China. She is a graduate of Beijing Dance Academy, where she majored in Chinese folk dance. In addition to dancing, she is also proficient in calligraphy. Prior to becoming an actress, Li was in the midst of opening a dance-inspired teahouse until she participated in a short film by her friends at film school. This experience sparked her interest in acting and led her to pursue a career in it. In 2015, Li auditioned and won the female leading role in Demon Girl, which was released the following year and marked her acting debut. In 2016, she was cast as the lead actress in the iconic role of Huang Rong in "The Legend of the Condor Heroes", earning her critical acclaim.