Taiwanese actress Barbie Hsu passed away on February 2 at the age of 48 while on a family trip to Japan. Her untimely demise was attributed to pneumonia caused by the flu. The celebrated actress, known for her roles in popular Taiwanese idol dramas such as "Meteor Garden," "Mars," and "Corner with Love," leaves behind a legacy in the entertainment industry and a grieving family.
Barbie was accompanied on the trip by her children, son Hsi-lin and daughter Hsi-yueh, whom she shared with her ex-husband, Chinese businessman Wang Xiaofei. The couple had been married from 2011 until their separation in 2021. Upon hearing the news of Barbie's passing, Wang Xiaofei was seen arriving at Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport, visibly exhausted and wearing a somber expression.
"Please say more good things about her." – Wang Xiaofei
In the wake of Barbie's death, her mother has reached out to the public through Taiwanese television producer Wang Wei-chung, requesting privacy as they manage her afterlife arrangements. The family has also expressed hopes that the media will assist in honoring Barbie's wishes. Additionally, her sister, host-singer Dee Hsu, confirmed the news on social media, stating that she and Wang Xiaofei would be available to help with any necessary arrangements for Barbie's children.
The news of Barbie's passing has stirred emotions on social media. Criticism erupted after Wang Xiaofei's mother, Zhang Lan, posted a video on Weibo discussing her business achievements. Many netizens viewed this as insensitive given the timing and circumstances of Barbie's death. The family has since asked the media to refrain from pursuing them during their journey back to Taiwan with Barbie.
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