Fashion industry KOL and Media Asia’s artist Charles Lam (Charles) committed suicide due to emotional illness on October 30 at the age of 35. Charles Lam’s company Media Asia confirmed the news of his death to the media.
The content is as follows:
“To all the friends who love and care for Charles Lin Gaoting
It is with a heavy heart that we tell you that Media Asia’s artist Lin Haoting left us on October 30, 2023, ending a short life of 35 years. No words can express our grief.
In recent years, Hao Ting has been suffering from emotional illness, and he has always faced it with a positive attitude. When bad news suddenly came, his family and friends found it hard to accept it. We hope that the media can give space so that the family can deal with Hao Ting’s funeral affairs and face this difficult time. Media Asia will also do its best to provide all assistance to his family and friends.
I hope everyone will always remember the charm and enthusiasm that Hao Ting strives to display in the fashion industry. If you need any form of psychological support or help, please remember to seek help from professionals and let those around you know your difficulties.
May Charles rest in peace!
Media Asia Artist Management Limited
Date: October 31, 2023″
Lin Gaoting’s personal IG also announced the death news by his friends, writing: “With great reluctance and heartache, we regret to inform everyone that our dear Charles Lin Gaoting passed away on October 30. This is a difficult time. Accepting the fact that, as his dear family and friends, we believe that he has reached a place of freedom and tranquility, enjoying true happiness. Charles was kind, simple and brilliant, and was always the dashing prince in our hearts. Bringing joy and warmth to the people around him; we will miss him deeply. Please give his family and those around him the greatest space and tranquility to recuperate at this moment. We will live up to his expectations, take good care of ourselves, and manage everyone well. One day. A group of good friends who will always love Charles.”
Lin Haoting recently co-hosted the online program “Shirt P” with his friend Evelyn Tsai, and made his last public appearance at a brand event last Sunday (26th).
