Master Tigress, From Kung Fu Panda.

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“That was pretty hardcore.—Tigress, Kung Fu Panda 2

Master Tigress is the tritagonist of the Kung Fu Panda franchise. She is the unofficial leader of the Furious Five as well as one of Master Shifu's students at the Jade Palace. She is a master of the Tiger Style of kung fu.

Given up by her biological mother and father as an infant for unknown reasons, Tigress first lived at the Bao Gu Orphanage as a cub, where she received help in controlling her strength and temper from Shifu, who later took her in as his student. Over the years, she trained under Shifu's strict instruction, developing into a powerful fighter and forming a stern personality. Eventually, she became a member of the Furious Five along with Mantis, Viper, Monkey, and Crane. Of the Five, she was the most skeptical of Po's calling as the Dragon Warrior, but has since accepted his title. She now fights alongside Po as a loyal friend and ally.

Master Tigress is the fierce and disciplined leader of the Furious Five, a master of Tiger Style kung fu, and a key ally of Po in the Kung Fu Panda franchise.

Background and Early Life

Master Tigress, also known simply as Tigress, is a South China tiger who was abandoned by her biological parents as an infant and left at the Bao Gu Orphanage Fandom+1. As a cub, her immense strength and temper made her feared by other children, and she initially struggled to control her abilities Fandom+1. Master Shifu recognized her potential and took her in as his student, training her rigorously in the Tiger Style of kung fu, which shaped her disciplined and stern personality Fandom+1.

Role in Kung Fu Panda

Tigress is the unofficial leader of the Furious Five, alongside Mantis, Viper, Monkey, and Crane Fandom+1. She is initially skeptical of Po’s selection as the Dragon Warrior but eventually becomes a loyal friend and ally, fighting alongside him to protect the Valley of Peace Fandom+1. Her character evolves over the series, showing growth in empathy and teamwork, particularly after witnessing Po’s dedication and sacrifices fanlore.org.

Personality and Traits

Tigress is known for her toughness, fearlessness, and unwavering dedication to kung fu perfection Fandom+1. She is disciplined, morally upright, and often stoic, but beneath her stern exterior lies compassion and loyalty, especially toward her friends and the citizens of the Valley of Peace Fandom. She has a complex and relatable personality, striving for Shifu’s approval while learning to balance her strength with empathy fanlore.org.

Appearance

Tigress is depicted with orange and white fur, black stripes, and amber eyes with yellow sclera Fandom. Her attire includes a red qipao with vine patterns in the first two films, later switching to a golden Hanfu lined with red vines in subsequent appearances fanlore.org+1. She is agile, acrobatic, and fights with a combination of power and elegance, staying close to the ground in traditional Tiger Kung Fu style Fandom.

Abilities and Fighting Style

Master Tigress is a formidable martial artist with superhuman physical characteristics, acrobatics, enhanced senses, and natural weapons such as claws, jaw, and tail Fandom+1. She is highly skilled in chi manipulation, healing, and light manipulation, making her one of the strongest members of the Furious Five Fandom. Her fighting style is direct, aggressive, and precise, often striking first and overwhelming opponents with speed and power Fandom.

Media Appearances

Tigress appears in all four Kung Fu Panda films, various short films, TV specials, and the series Kung Fu Panda: Legends of Awesomeness fanlore.org+1. She is voiced by Angelina Jolie in the films, with other voice actors portraying her in different media adaptations Fandom. Her character has also become a popular figure in the fandom, admired for her strength, discipline, and complex personality fanlore.org.
Master Tigress remains a central figure in the Kung Fu Panda universe, embodying courage, loyalty, and mastery of kung fu while serving as a role model for discipline and heroism.

Species

South China tiger

Gender

Female

Eye color

Orange with yellow sclerae

Fur color

Orange, white, brown, and black

Clothing

Red qipao vest with golden vine patterns and black pants (formerly)

Golden hanfu with red vine patterns and black pants (current)

Age

20+[1][2][3]

Biographical info

Also known as

Master Tigress, "Stripey Baby"[4]

Status

Living

Residence

 •  Bao Gu Orphanage (previously)
 •  The Jade Palace in the Valley of Peace

Occupation

Kung fu master

Affiliation(s)

 •  The Furious Five
 •  Po
 •  The Dragon Warrior Zhen

Family

 •  Unnamed biological parents
 •  Shifu (adoptive father)
 •  Tai Lung † (adoptive older brother; disowned)

Combat style

Tiger Style of kung fu / Tiger kung fu

Master(s)

 •  Shifu
 •  Po (current)

Media info

Films

 •  Kung Fu Panda
 •  Kung Fu Panda 2
 •  Kung Fu Panda 3
 •  Kung Fu Panda 4 (end credits)

Shorts

 •  Secrets of the Furious Five
 •  Kung Fu Panda Holiday
 •  Secrets of the Masters
 •  Secrets of the Scroll

Series

 •  Kung Fu Panda: Legends of Awesomeness
 •  Kung Fu Panda: The Paws of Destiny (mentioned)

Games

 •  Kung Fu Panda: The Game
 •  Kung Fu Panda: Legendary Warriors
 •  Kung Fu Panda 2: The Game
 •  Kung Fu Panda: Showdown of Legendary Legends

Books

 •  Kung Fu Panda: Art of Balance
 •  Kung Fu Panda: Kung Fu Crew
 •  Kung Fu Panda: It's Elemental and Other Stories
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First seen in

Kung Fu Panda

Voiced by

Adult:
 •  Angelina Jolie (films & most shorts)[5]
 •  Bobby Holiday (first video game)[6]
 •  Kari Wahlgren (second video game, TV series, Secrets of the Scroll)[7]

Young:
 •  Tara Strong (Secrets of the Furious Five)[8]
 •  Kari Wahlgren (Legends of Awesomeness)[7]
 •  Tara Macri (Secrets of the Scroll)[9]