Julie Tan was born in Malaysia. She received her education in Singapore and graduated from Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts.In 2008, Julie debuted in the telemovie The Promise as a girl with intellectual disability. She was also the first runner-up in The New Paper's New Face.

 

In 2010, Julie starred in television episodes, including The Illusionist, No Limits and New Beginnings. She auditioned for Alpha Entertainment in 2011, and was given a chance to be part of K-pop girl group Skarf, which she turned down. She worked in television dramas A Tale of 2 Cities and A Song to Remember, as one of the female leads.

 

In 2015, Julie starred in The Dream Makers II as the main villain. It was her breakthrough role and she won her first acting award.