Born in the Bronx, NY, Angela Chew grew up primarily in suburban NJ, graduated Cornell University with a BA in Asian studies (minor in business) and has studied at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts, Kings County Shakespeare Company, HB Studios, Anthony Robert Grasso Studios etc.. She speaks Mandarin and reads Chinese proficiently. She is married to Kevin Chew, and is a mom to two daughters, both actresses (born 2011 and 2013, respectively). She and her family are represented by Prestigious Models/Image Powerhouse for commercial and theatrical work.