The beginning of the legend: the Beijing dream of a Shenyang girl
In the winter of 1977, an ordinary family in Heping District, Shenyang City, gave birth to their only daughter, Li Zimeng. Growing up as an only child, she showed a smart and clever nature at a young age.
However, her active and lively personality also brought her a lot of trouble.
When she was in the fourth grade of primary school, Li Zimeng discussed with several playmates to play a prank game to test the reflexes of her classmates. They secretly unscrewed the valves of the entire campus bicycle.
When the students found that the bicycle couldn't get gas, Li Zimeng snickered behind the tree, feeling that he was really a "little trick".
This prank was severely criticized, and Li Zimeng also faced the punishment of repeating a grade. Fortunately, Jiang Xiuying, a Chinese teacher who understands the child's heart, saw her potential and kept her degree.
It was also from that time that Li Zimeng understood that he should be responsible for his own actions and have the courage to admit that he did something wrong.
Under the careful guidance of the teacher, Li Zimeng's reading volume has increased greatly and her knowledge has expanded rapidly. In middle school, she actively participated in campus clubs, organized lectures and theatrical performances, and made a name for herself.
Friends praise her as an ordinary and not ordinary girl, who has the courage to chase her dreams.
In the year when he decided to fill in the university volunteer in the third year of high school, Li Zimeng heard that the Beijing Broadcasting Institute had trained many well-known anchors, and immediately decided - I want to go there to learn Xi broadcasting and hosting! In the end, with excellent results, he got his wish and realized the dream of North Drifting.
CCTV Rising Star: Talented Xi
In the summer of 1997, Li Zimeng, who had just turned 20, entered the CCTV Xi, and walked into the CCTV building for the first time, which seemed to exist only in TV, and her heart was churning.
Li Zimeng was arranged to receive training at the press center. On the first day, she arrived at the office early, sat in her seat without saying a word, and watched the people come and go at a loss.
At this time, I happened to meet Teacher Li Ruiying. Known as the "anchor godmother", she greeted Li Zimeng cordially and gave her many suggestions for Xi life.
Under the careful guidance of the older generation of the CCTV broadcasting team, Li Zimeng quickly adapted to the tense Xi life. She volunteered to work overtime, humbly asked senior anchors for advice, and soon made great progress in voice and typhoon.
Seeing her outstanding professionalism, Ms. Li did not hesitate to affirm and praise her.
Two months later, Li Zimeng got the opportunity to participate in the hosting of a news program. At first, she was easily nervous, and her immature face was often mistaken for an elementary school student, but gradually she found her own style and conquered the audience with her lively and generous hosting style.
The "Cultural Report" column team was optimistic about this Xi student and officially retained her. So far, Li Zimeng has gained a firm foothold in CCTV, and she has grown from a hairy boy to a new star that everyone is looking forward to.
Ups and downs: the baptism of wind and rain on the road to fame
During CCTV's tenure, Li Zimeng ushered in the first highlight moment of her life. She stood out as the host of the newly launched flagship column "International Times". Taking over this important task is undoubtedly a huge pressure for a post-90s generation who has just finished the Xi period.
A few hours before the broadcast, Li Zimeng practiced Xi repeatedly, but she was still nervous and restless. However, when she really faced the camera, her immature and generous style made the audience's eyes shine.
In the first month of the show, she received the affirmation of the director and the audience, and became famous in one fell swoop.
In 2007, Li Zimeng appeared on the stage that every news practitioner dreams of - "News Network", becoming the youngest "simulcast sister" in China. Landmark events continue to be staged behind her: the Olympic Games, earthquake relief, and aerospace flying into the blue sky...... She interprets the picture scroll of this era in China with a youthful and energetic style.
However, as the fame grew, the traditional conservative audience group also scrutinized this CCTV "Internet celebrity" more and more strictly. Li Zimeng's smile when she hosted the news was considered by some viewers to be not dignified and stable enough.
She had to change her hairstyle to try to look older. Another time, she burst into laughter while broadcasting the news of the incident, causing an uproar. Li Zimeng fell to the bottom for a while, which was undoubtedly a heavy blow to her.
But Li Zimeng was not defeated by mistakes, but chose to face up to the problem, find out the shortcomings, and then make persistent efforts. In this wave of turmoil, she has gradually transformed from a shy but somewhat proud girl to a restrained and stable senior anchor.
On and off the stage, she is still the cheerful and optimistic Zimeng in everyone's eyes.
Life Choices: The Balance Between Career and Marriage
Li Zimeng is now 44 years old and remains single.
"Don't you want to get married and have children?" This is the question she receives most often. Li Zimeng smiled and said nothing, she is a woman who is dedicated to her career. For her, it is a great honor to be able to witness China's progress in front of the camera.
She keeps learning and Xi, and hopes that all her time will be dedicated to this career.
Li Zimeng actually longs for a home. After work, she will party with her girlfriends, eat and drink, and talk about life. Sometimes she also fantasizes that when she has a lover, she will take him on a trip around the world.
However, so far, what can be worthy of her is the career, which is like a stern but fair lover, constantly spurring her forward.
In fact, Li Zimeng has always had a small wish in her heart, hoping that one day she will meet the right person in her life. But she is not in a hurry, and she is not reluctant. She believes that the good will always appear at the most opportune time.
Now she dedicates her time to her career. Even if she gets married and has children in the future, she will definitely take on the responsibility of her work and not disappoint the audience who support her.
Li Zimeng has worked hard to win the reputation of "model worker". However, she did not back down from the label of "leftover woman". On the scales of her life, career and marriage are indistinguishable for a while, and she chooses to let time judge.
Life is complete: the road of broadcasting that never stops
In 2023, Li Zimeng will already be a 38-year-old mature woman. Unlike the little girl who was not deeply involved in the world 20 years ago, she is now calm, enjoying life and thinking about life at the same time.
She often reflects on herself: In this era of rapid change, can she still keep up with her growth? So Li Zimeng returned to the classroom again to study for a master's degree and acquire more new knowledge.
"I've been learning Xi and I'm always ready to be a better version of myself next time. Li Zimeng said with a smile. For her, growth is never-ending.
Her unwavering passion over the years has inspired generations of journalists.
Li Zimeng has not been married and has children, but her life is already very complete. Her career achievements are extraordinary, and gaining the recognition of the audience is her greatest treasure.
In the future, she will continue to do her best to create new heights for this career. She hopes that she can become a role model for future generations, pass on positive energy, and infect everyone in sight.