Unexpectedly, Taiwanese actress Barbie Hsu sadly passed away at the young age of 48 due to health issues. This heartbreaking news, announced on February 3, has sent shockwaves through the entire entertainment industry, which is still grappling with the loss of this cherished figure in television.
Here are all the available details regarding the unfortunate death of Barbie Hsu.
Barbie Hsu passes away at 48, claims report
Sadly, Taiwanese actress Barbie Hsu lost her life due to complications from pneumonia. This unfortunate event transpired after Hsu developed the flu during a trip to Japan.
Speaking with TVBS News in Taiwan, Barbie Hsu’s sister, Dee Hsu, announced her sister’s passing. “Over the Lunar New Year, our family visited Japan for a holiday. Sadly, my beloved sister Barbie passed away following complications from pneumonia, which was caused by influenza,” Dee Hsu said in her statement. (BBC)
At the tender age of 17, Hsu gained recognition as she teamed up with her sister to create a pop group. Later, Barbie Hsu garnered global attention when she landed the starring role in the 2001 series Meteor Garden. In this production, Hsu portrayed Shancai, a working-class teenager who found herself entangled in a complicated love triangle after attending an exclusive school, where she mixed with wealthy admirers.
Following the news about Barbie Hsu’s passing, F4 member Ken Chu paid tribute to her on Instagram first and then wrote “What a shock” on Weibo.
Despite the suddenness of Barbie Hsu’s passing leaving a deep impact on those close to her, it is important to remember that she had a long-standing history of health issues in her younger years. Facing epilepsy and heart disease, Hsu had even experienced hospitalizations due to severe seizures at times. Leaving behind her spouse, DJ Koo, as well as two children from her earlier marriage with Chinese entrepreneur Wang Xiaofei, Hsu’s legacy will continue to live on.
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2025-02-03 12:10