In recent years, Hong Kong artist Angie Chiu, who has been frequently seen in mainland China for commercial performances, live streaming for product promotions, and participating in variety shows, recently shocked everyone by bursting into tears backstage after an event in China. Her emotional breakdown seemed to have caught everyone off guard, causing concern among both the audience at the scene and her fans about her well-being.
Angie Chiu, who has always been mindful of managing her image, was recently captured in a viral photo shedding tears backstage after an event on the 25th. In the image, she was seen wearing a red traditional Chinese dress, sitting in front of a makeup mirror, rare moments showing her covering her face and crying in pain, with the staff around her at a loss for what to do.
According to reports from mainland Chinese media, Angie Chiu has been feeling extremely exhausted due to being the main financial support for her family for a long period of time. The tears shed this time may be related to her prolonged high-intensity work. Additionally, from the photos, it can be observed that Angie Chiu’s cheeks, neck, and even hands appear thinner than before, causing great concern among her fans regarding her physical and mental well-being.
Born in the era of Miss Hong Kong beauty pageants, Angie Chiu has had a career spanning several decades with numerous iconic roles in unforgettable works. From “Chu Liuxiang” to “The Heaven Sword and Dragon Saber,” from “The Bund” to “Shanghai Blues,” from “The Sword of the Swordsman” to “The Bride with White Hair,” each classic character has earned her widespread recognition in the global Chinese-speaking community.
Angie Chiu married doctor Wong Hon-Wai in 1975, divorced in 1983, and gained custody of their two sons (elder brother Wong Kwong Wang, younger brother Wong Kwong Yi). In 1984, Angie Chiu married Wong Kam-Sing in the United States and had a son, Wong Hoi-Kit.
At the age of 71, Angie Chiu often becomes trending on Weibo due to her youthful appearance. Five years ago at the age of 66, she appeared on stage with 28-year-old mainland Chinese actress Yang Zi, looking like sisters and causing a sensation at the time.
Director Wong Jing, known for his Hong Kong films in the 1990s, recently shared insider stories of the golden era of Hong Kong cinema on YouTube. When asked about the importance of an actor’s acting skills compared to their popularity with the audience, the outspoken Wong Jing stated that both are crucial. He gave an example saying, “Angie Chiu is someone without much acting talent, but has great popularity with the audience. For decades, she has relied on her popularity alone, not needing exceptional acting skills. Whatever she acts in, people will watch, so she doesn’t need great acting skills.” He further commented that Angie Chiu has many representative works that have achieved fame in the Chinese-speaking community, considering it as a stroke of luck.