KID lin Biography: Age, Wife, Net Worth, TV Shows, Career, Height, Children

Lin Bosheng, known professionally as KID, is a Taiwanese actor, television host, and former singer recognized for his vibrant personality and comedic flair on the variety show Mr. Player (2014–present), where he has co-hosted alongside Jacky Wu, earning two Golden Bell Awards for Best Host in a Reality or Game Show (2017, 2018).

Initially rising to fame as a member of the quirky boy band CIRCUS, KID transitioned from music to hosting and acting, with notable roles in dramas like Love for All the Moments (2013) and GG Precinct (2024).

Profile

• Full Name: Lin Bosheng
• Stage Name: KID
• Born: 21, February 1984
• Age: 41 years old
• Birthplace: Hualien County, Taiwan
• Nationality: Taiwanese
• Occupation: Actor, Television Host, Former Singer
• Height: 1.78m
• Parents: Mr. Lin and Mrs. Lin
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse: Rita (m. 2022)
• Girlfriends/Boyfriends: Sharon Hsu (ex), Xu Weien (ex), Li Wenru (ex)
• Children: Hana
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $1 million

Early Life and Education

Lin Bosheng was born on February 21, 1984, in Hualien County, Taiwan. Growing up in a modest family, he developed an interest in performance early on. He attended Zhiyuan Management College, studying Tourism and Leisure Management, but his career path shifted toward entertainment.

In 2003, while with the group CIRCUS, KID gained notoriety for a stunt involving streaking across Hualien’s Zhongzheng Bridge after losing a beer-drinking challenge, which went viral and earned him the nickname “Naked Runner.”

He is of Taiwanese ethnicity, and his religious beliefs are not publicly disclosed.

Career

KID began his entertainment career as a founding member of CIRCUS, a comedic boy band formed with friends LEO, Huang Yinxuan, Xiao Ma, and Seven. The group gained widespread recognition through their eccentric Channel V program CIRCUS ACTION (2003–2005), where KID transitioned from comedic performer to bassist as the group evolved into a band.

Early in his career, he also made guest appearances on popular Taiwanese variety shows such as Kangxi Lai Le and Genius Go Go Go, establishing himself as a versatile entertainer.

In 2014, KID’s popularity soared when he joined the variety show Mr. Player (Variety Show Is Great) as a team captain. His dynamic and playful chemistry with host Jacky Wu earned them the prestigious Golden Bell Award for Best Host in a Reality or Game Show in both 2017 and 2018, with their 2018 acceptance speech drawing record-breaking viewership ratings.

Expanding his talents into acting, KID has appeared in several notable productions including Love for All the Moments (2013), playing himself on Mr. Player (2014), and starring in the crime comedy GG Precinct (2024). He also co-hosted the Taiwanese competition show I’m the Best in 2019 alongside Shiny Zhang.

However, in 2019, KID temporarily stepped away from the entertainment industry to fulfill his mandatory military service. During this period, he encountered some controversy regarding alleged inappropriate behavior, which briefly affected his public image. After completing his service in March 2020, KID made a successful return to the entertainment scene, continuing to build on his diverse career portfolio.

Beyond his work in television and film, KID has demonstrated entrepreneurial spirit through multiple business ventures. In 2015, he launched his own clothing brand, “KID,” and later collaborated with Wu Zongxian on the “JACKID” apparel line.

He also ventured into the hospitality and food industries by opening the Yeren Hotpot restaurant chain and the KID Hualien Backpacker Hostel, established in 2017. Despite facing consumer disputes related to meat quality at his hotpot restaurants in 2022 and 2023, KID remains a prominent figure in both entertainment and business, continually expanding his influence across different sectors.

Social Media

• Facebook Handle: @CIRCUS.KID
• YouTube: KID Lin

Personal Life

KID married his wife, Rita, on February 23, 2022, after proposing on January 12, 2022. They welcomed their first child, a son, in January 2023, and their daughter, Hana, on October 10, 2024. KID announced Hana’s birth with a heartfelt delivery room video, expressing gratitude to Rita and the medical team.

Previously, he dated actress Sharon Hsu from 2013 to 2017, ending due to differing views on marriage, and had relationships with Xu Weien from 2013 to 2016 and Li Wenru in 2016. KID is known for his outgoing personality, enjoys hotpot, and maintains close ties with his CIRCUS bandmates.

Filmography

• Love for All the Moments (2013)
• Mr. Player (2014)
• GG Precinct (2024)

Net Worth

Lin Bosheng has an estimated net worth of $1 million. His income primarily stems from his television hosting career, notably Mr. Player, and acting roles in projects like GG Precinct. Additional earnings come from his businesses, including the “KID” clothing brand, “JACKID” collaborations, Yeren Hotpot restaurants, and KID Hualien Backpacker Hostel, despite occasional controversies affecting his ventures’ reputation.