Joan May was born and raised in Las Vegas to her Chinese parents. Both
of her parents were born on the island of Taiwan and came to Las Vegas
after getting married to start a new life in America. Joan has one
sister who is a dental hygienist.
Growing up, she longed to have blonde hair and blue eyes like her
Barbie doll. But as she came out of her awkward stage, she began to
embrace her dark hair and almond eyes. Always standing out as looking
different, talent agencies soon took notice, and she began her career
during high school.
She attended college at the University of Nevada Las Vegas where she
received her B.A. in Communication Studies with an emphasis in
broadcasting. She was a Rebel Girl on the UNLV Dance Team. The Dance
Team cheered and performed dance routines at all of the home football
and basketball games. She earned the position of captain her senior
year.