In 1950, when the sun was rising in Beijing, 18-year-old Li Wanfen opened the curtain on her theatrical career. She looked up at the sky, her hands clenched, and the anticipation was palpable. Being able to have the opportunity to enter the drama department of North China University to study acting is a dream come true for Li Wanfen. 
She can't wait to show off her skills on the stage and prove herself to the audience and the director. Two years later, Li Wanfen got her wish and joined the Beijing People's Art Theater. At first, she could only play tricks in some big dramas, with few lines. Standing in the corner of the stage, Li Wanfen looked at the leading actors in costumes and with flying spirits, and her heart was full of envy. "I'll have a chance, too. Li Wanfen secretly made up her mind. In every rehearsal and performance, she listened carefully to the director's guidance and carefully observed the performance skills of other seniors. Even if it's just a trick, she will always find an opportunity to understand and appreciate the small role she plays. 
One day five years later, Renyi decided to rehearse the new drama "Camel Xiangzi". Li Wanfen excitedly flipped from the script to one of the heroines, "Tiger Girl". This hawker girl is hearty and generous, witty and brave, and Li Wanfen likes it very much. What made her even happier was that she was assigned by the director as a substitute actor for this important role. The first time she went to the community to chat with the small traders, Li Wanfen was surprised to find that there were many shadows of "tiger girls" in their personalities. This gave her a great inspiration and a deeper understanding of the character. In the end, Li Wanfen perfectly interpreted the three-dimensional and plump "tiger girl" in her mind on the stage, which won unanimous praise from the director and the audience. 
This was the first highlight of her career. Standing in the applause, Li Wanfen's eyes flashed with pride. On the road of acting, she has just set off. One day in 1965, Li Wanfen pushed open the door of her home and stared wistfully at the empty house. This used to be a warm little home full of fireworks, but now she is the only one standing here alone. She paced to the window and played with the divorce agreement in her hand. After all, 30-year-old Li Wanfen did not grow old with her first love, and the incomprehension of Wang Daozhong made their married life go to the freezing point day by day. Now holding the signed divorce document, Li Wanfen has mixed feelings. 
All kinds of scenes that have happened in the past few years have appeared in front of her eyes - first, she was seriously ill and sent to work in the countryside, and Wang Daozhong's persuasion and concern made her feel that he was dragging her back;Later, it was he who did not take good care of the two children, causing her to be exhausted. Li Wanfen understands that she is too focused on her acting career, and over time, the distance between them is getting farther and farther away. She knew that she shouldn't blame Wang Daozhong for not taking care of both family and career. But at this moment, there is still a trace of regret and unwillingness in my heart. Li Wanfen clenched the thin divorce agreement tightly, and tears fell silently. This was the deepest trauma in her psyche, and it was also the first time that she was shaken by love and marriage. Fortunately, life goes on. Li Wanfen, who was just starting out in her career, wiped away her tears and regained her determination to struggle. 
She knew she would encounter more exciting characters and works, and that became her motivation to move forward. As long as you are alive in this world, both failure and loss are temporary. The 30-year-old Li Wanfen still has most of her life to struggle, and she must rekindle the flame of faith and move forward bravely as always. In 1985, ** TV station "Four Worlds in the Same Hall" was broadcast, and the appearance of "Big Red Bag" made this drama popular in one fell swoop. This kind pulp washer caught the eye of all the viewers. Who is this big red bag?It turned out to be Li Wanfen, an old drama bone in Beijing Renyi. 
At this time, 53-year-old Li Wanfen had left the peak of her career, but the unexpected surprise of Da Chibao completely changed her. In order to play the role of this female pulp washer, Li Wanfen once went to the pulp washing house in Beijing to look in the mirror without fear of being dirty. She observed the expressions and tones of the old pulp washers as they washed their clothes, recording every wrinkle on their faces. These are all incorporated into the valuable materials that Li Wanfen used to create this image. She also went deep into Beijing's hutong community several times, chatted with local elderly women, picked up the charm of old Beijing in their words one by one, and pieced together the smart and vivid character of Da Chibao like a jigsaw puzzle. Li Wanfen knows that this will be a breakthrough and opportunity, and her performance must not be sloppy and lucky. 
The big red bag in the play wears a black tunic all day long, and the whole person is black and slimy like a stove ghost, dancing with excitement at any time. But Li Wanfen excavated the rich inner world of Da Chibao from this old-fashioned image - she is lively, active, and cute, and at the same time careful and considerate, naturally revealing a human touch. In the end, Li Wanfen interpreted through her own painstaking interpretation, and vividly presented Da Chibao, an ordinary elderly working woman, on the screen. The interesting Sichuan Beijing accent and exaggerated and vivid body language all moved every audience. This is also a classic image that will always be fixed in the minds of the public. The explosion of "Four Worlds in the Same Hall" made Li Wanfen taste popularity and attention again, and received thank you cards and sustenances from fans of the show. Standing behind the scenes, she curled the corners of her mouth in relief. This is the result of his diligent pursuit of acting, and he will always remain a vivid role in the history of film and television. 
On the eve of the Spring Festival in 1986, the eyes of hundreds of millions of viewers at home and abroad focused on one TV - the CCTV Spring Festival Gala scene. And one of the celebrity guests who has attracted attention is Li Wanfen, who is about to bring her new work to this much-anticipated stage. During the rehearsal, Li Wanfen stood on the stage and looked around, and the familiar lights and props made her excited. She remembered the excitement she felt when she faced the audience for the first time as a drama actor more than ten years ago, and she still felt like a newcomer on the CCTV stage today. Li Wanfen, who has experienced lows and peaks, knows how rare the opportunities are in front of millions of people, and she is doubly cautious, checking her makeup and movements over and over again. When the host announced the start of the game, Li Wanfen took a deep breath and put the brightest smile on her face. The ten-minute sketch "Gift-giving" received thunderous applause. Li Wanfen came down from the stage in a trance, and her whole heart was surrounded and trembled by the applause of countless audiences. 
This level of enthusiasm is enough for her to remember for a lifetime. The success of the Spring Festival Gala allowed Li Wanfen to see a broader prospect for her career. She knows it's just another cornerstone of her acting career. No matter how many setbacks there are in life, she will continue to move forward with a smile and courage. Li Wanfen is still full of hope for the future. There will be more exciting chapters in her story. One day in 1994, it was drizzling in Beijing. Li Wanfen wore a raincoat and held an umbrella along the wet alley. She had just finished a small drama performance and was in an unusually good mood. The 62-year-old Li Wanfen is no longer the little woman who teased the sky back then, and the years have left a mark on her face. But success and happiness make her exude a charming charm. Especially the recent encounter with Mao Yanhua gave Li Wanfen a new life experience. 
Unlike many people, Li Wanfen finally met true love. She and Mao Yanhua fell in love with each other and spent the warmest and most beautiful days in their later years. Li Wanfen will prepare hot soy milk fritters for two people in the early morning;Mao Yanhua also always gently massages her sore legs. The warmth of home made Li Wanfen feel at ease for the first time in a long time. Even in her career, she no longer needs to fight for the front line, but Li Wanfen still goes her own way. She will take on some small plays and work with her old partner again;Occasionally, he will make a cameo appearance in a few scenes and stand with the young actors. As soon as she stepped on stage, she was rejuvenated and did not look like an elderly person at all. In 2000, it was raining heavily on the day of Li Wanfen's sudden death. She lay alone in the background, resting peacefully forever. At this time, she is 69 years old, and she is still working tirelessly for the cause she loves most. Although Li Wanfen left in a hurry, her great contribution to Chinese drama performance will be celebrated from generation to generation. This legendary actress will be remembered by all.
If you use one word to sum up Li Wanfen's life, then "legend" could not be more appropriate. She not only had a brilliant career in her acting career, but also played roles such as "Big Red Bag" and "Tiger Girl" deeply rooted in the hearts of the people, and was rated as a national first-class actor, and won honors such as the Feitian Medal. It can be said that Li Wanfen has pushed Chinese drama performance to a new level and established her position in history. In contrast to her magnificent career, Li Wanfen's private life is not smooth. The trauma of two divorces made her shaken in love several times. It wasn't until she met Mao Yanhua in old age that Li Wanfen finally tasted the sweetness of family harmony.
Although the warmth of these short years may not make up for her past regrets, it has undoubtedly become the last full load point in her life. Today, Li Wanfen's three children have also established themselves in Beijing and live a peaceful and peaceful life. Occasionally, they would get together and talk about their mother's deeds, all with a proud smile on their faces. Li Wanfen's great contributions to the Chinese literary and artistic circles will be celebrated from generation to generation, and her legendary fate will surely inspire countless followers to pursue their dreams and persevere in themselves.