Slater Rhea

Who is this?

Slater David Rhea (Chinese: 帅德; pinyin: Shuài Dé; born 1987) is an American singer, songwriter and television personality based in China. Rhea is a performer of Chinese music and has made appearances on China Central Television, China Education Television as well as local and provincial television stations across China. Rhea performs in Chinese (primarily Mandarin, but also in Shaanxi dialect), Mongolian, and English. While he rose to prominence in China for singing traditional Chinese folk tunes, he also writes and sings Chinese pop and educational music and performs a variety of English-language material including American jazz standards and rock-and-roll. Rhea has been referred to in Chinese and international media as a cultural ambassador and "musical diplomat" because of his background in international relations and dream to improve U.S.–China relations through his music and performances. Rhea additionally credits former U.S. Secretary of State Madeleine Albright, whom he met and sang for in 2016, as an inspiration to pursue a career in cultural diplomacy. Rhea lives in Beijing and, in addition to his entertainment career, holds a position as lecturer in English and International Studies at Beijing Foreign Studies University.

Career

1. Won Eagle Scout

Trivia

• •Place of birth: Alexandria
• •Citizenship: United States
• •Known as: singer
• •Plays: voice