Well-known Hong Kong actress Kathy Chow Hoi-mei died on Monday after a long battle with an undisclosed illness. The news of her untimely departure was confirmed by her studio in a somber statement Tuesday night, ending a day of speculation and rumors surrounding her health.
The 57-year-old artist, who had celebrated her birthday on December 6, shared a heartfelt video on social media on Wednesday in which she thanked the wishes and support received.
However, on Monday night, rumors began to circulate about his sudden death, causing commotion among his followers and the virtual community in general.
Despite attempts to dispel them and assure the public that Chow was receiving medical treatment, the original sources of the news quietly withdrew leaving his fans in complete uncertainty. It wasn’t until Tuesday afternoon that Chow’s studio confirmed the heartbreaking news.
Throughout his illustrious career, Chow captivated audiences with his talent and charisma both in Hong Kong and on the Chinese mainland. She was a frequent guest in interviews with the mainland press where she shared her aspirations to curb her work and embrace a calmer lifestyle.
Born on December 6, 1966 in Hong Kong, Chow debuted in show business after losing the Miss Hong Kong contest in 1985. As an actress, model and singer, she gained recognition for several roles in TVB series between the late 1990s and 1980s. 80s and 90s, including Zhou Zhiruo in the wuxia novel “The Heavenly Sword and the Dragon Saber” by Louis Cha Leung-yung, a project that catapulted her to success. She also played other roles in film and television classics, such as “Discord between two brothers” (1986), “Looking back with resentment” (1989) and “Fight back to school III” (1993).
In 2003, the star moved to Beijing in search of new professional opportunities. Although he occasionally starred in TVB series, Chow focused on mainland Chinese productions such as drama series and reality shows.
It was known that she was fighting an autoimmune disease, lupus, which had apparently affected her acting work.
His death has left a void in the entertainment industry and colleagues, friends and fans have paid tribute to him on social networks for his notable contributions to the world of the seventh art. Her legacy as an actress and her enduring spirit will continue to inspire future generations in the performing arts.
2023-12-13 06:17:27
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