Hien Mai’s son graduates with honors from US university

Tony, son of actress Hien Mai, graduated with honors from the University of Southern California (USC), a top 100 university globally.

On 4/5, Tony donned his cap and gown, taking graduation photos with friends before the commencement ceremony. He pursued a degree in Economics for 4 years. USC was ranked among the top 20 universities in the US by Times Higher Education in 2021. The university placed 73rd globally in the World University Rankings 2026, according to Times Higher Education.

"Our family is very happy with his academic results. This has been a joyful and beautiful period for him after a long and demanding journey," Hien Mai shared.

Tony in his university graduation photoshoot in the US.

Born in 2004, his full name is Nguyen Minh Tuan Tony. He was admitted to the University of Southern California in 2023. The actress stated that her family only hoped he would graduate on time, never expecting Tony to achieve an honors degree.

According to Hien Mai, Tony put in great effort to achieve such academic success. When he first started university, he struggled to keep up with his peers and experienced stress. At one point, Tony would study until 4h in the morning, losing sleep due to anxiety. "I was heartbroken to see him grapple with his schedule and discomfort. Fortunately, Tony adapted quickly and overcame the challenges," Hien Mai recounted.

The actress recalled a visit to see her son in 2025. She felt immense pride when she met a professor who told her, "Tony is my favorite student." Her son was also elected as the President of External Relations (public relations) for a student association at the university.

Hien Mai and her son in ao dai during Tony’s visit to Vietnam in 2025.

The family plans to reward Tony with a Porsche, his favorite car. While Hien Mai wishes for her son to pursue postgraduate studies, Tony wants to return to Vietnam to start his career and be closer to his family. "My husband and I only provide guidance; we don't pressure him. I believe Tony is mature enough to make decisions for his future," Hien Mai added.

Tony’s talent for playing instruments and singing from childhood to adulthood.

Tony gained public recognition from a young age through fashion photoshoots and magazine covers with his mother. He has a bright face and stands 1,83 m tall. Tony is passionate about the arts, possessing talents in playing instruments, singing, and fashion modeling. He has performed on various stages and entertainment programs in Vietnam. Additionally, Tony excels in sports, including swimming, football, and golf, having won 62 medals in competitions.

Tony performing at a music festival in 6/2025 in Binh Dinh (now Gia Lai).

Hien Mai, 59 years old, from TP HCM, became known to the public after the film Tuoi Than Tien in 1995. The actress also gained fame through the Co Tich Viet Nam series from 1997-1999 by Ho Chi Minh City Television, and starred in long-running projects such as Chuyen Tau Hoang Hon, Ngon Gio Hoi Sinh, Giao Thoi, Mam Song, and Loi Song Sai Lam. She was dubbed "Calendar Queen" by audiences and was considered one of the "five great beauties" of the 1990s, alongside Diem My, Diem Huong, Kim Phung, and Viet Trinh. The actress married in 2003; her husband works in the oil and gas industry.

Tony’s talent for playing instruments and singing from childhood to adulthood. Tony gained public recognition from a young age through fashion photoshoots and magazine covers with his mother. He has a bright face and stands 1,83 m tall. Tony is passionate about the arts, possessing talents in playing instruments, singing, and fashion modeling. He has performed on various stages and entertainment programs in Vietnam. Additionally, Tony excels in sports, including swimming, football, and golf, having won 62 medals in competitions.[IMG_TAG]Tony performing at a music festival in 6/2025 in Binh Dinh (now Gia Lai).Hien Mai, 59 years old, from TP HCM, became known to the public after the film Tuoi Than Tien in 1995. The actress also gained fame through the Co Tich Viet Nam series from 1997-1999 by Ho Chi Minh City Television, and starred in long-running projects such as Chuyen Tau Hoang Hon, Ngon Gio Hoi Sinh, Giao Thoi, Mam Song, and Loi Song Sai Lam. She was dubbed "Calendar Queen" by audiences and was considered one of the "five great beauties" of the 1990s, alongside Diem My, Diem Huong, Kim Phung, and Viet Trinh. The actress married in 2003; her husband works in the oil and gas industry.[VIDEO_381099] Tony on the runway at Vietnam International Fashion Week 2023, featuring designs by Australian designer Christopher Chronis. Video: Multimedia

Tony on the runway at Vietnam International Fashion Week 2023, featuring designs by Australian designer Christopher Chronis. Video: Multimedia

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