Actress Bao Thanh's beauty over time.

Bao Thanh was born in 1990 in Bac Giang, into a family where both parents were traditional opera actors. She shared that when she was 3 or 4 years old, she was very mischievous, her clothes were always dirty, and her hair was short and sparse.

At the age of 8, Bao Thanh was chosen to play the role of little Nu in the film "Going South, Coming North" directed by Phi Tien Son, released in 2000. The role earned Bao Thanh the "Best Supporting Actress" award at the 13th Vietnam Film Festival in 2001.

At the age of 10, Bao Thanh was chosen as the head of the student council at Dong Thanh Primary School (Bac Giang). She excelled in singing and dancing and actively participated in many of the school's cultural and artistic activities.

The actress had thin bangs when she was in middle school.

Bao Thanh when she was a student at the University of Theatre and Film, in 2008.

In 2012, when she played the role of Cô Đũi in "Trò đời" (Life's Game), the actress had a slightly round face. At that time, she was married and had a 2-year-old son.

The film is adapted from the works "The Red Number," "Teacher's Rice, Student's Rice," and "The Art of Marrying a Westerner" by Vu Trong Phung. Bao Thanh's role as Co Dui is a fictional character, not present in the original works. Dui is a village girl from a respectable family who, due to circumstances, is forced to go to the city to work as a maid, where she is humiliated by her employer's husband. After many hardships, Dui becomes a singer. She constantly harbors a desire for revenge against those who wronged her.

In 2017, the actress gained widespread recognition for her role as Minh Vân in the film "Living with Mother-in-Law". The film became a sensation thanks to its relatable theme and its thorough exploration of the mother-in-law-daughter-in-law conflict. Bảo Thanh's character won the hearts of many viewers. She was highly praised for portraying the character's psychological transformation – from a spoiled young girl to a calm woman who knows how to let go, forgive, and empathize. However, at this time, Bảo Thanh was criticized by some viewers for being slightly overweight and having a bland fashion sense.

After "Living with Mother-in-Law," Bao Thanh lost weight to achieve a slimmer, more balanced face and figure. She also changed her hairstyle. The actress became a popular advertising face for many brands and participated in many events in the North. She affirmed that she has never had plastic surgery.

The actress embraces a feminine style both on and off screen. She is currently gaining attention for her role as Anh Thư in "Go Home, My Son." Anh Thư is an intelligent and sharp-witted woman who faces many ups and downs in her love life, leading to an unplanned pregnancy with Vũ, a wealthy playboy.

Bao Thanh with her 8-year-old son, Duc Bao.