Not just Barbie Hsu, 27-year-old Chinese actor Liang Youcheng also died due to Influenza A-related complications
Liang Youcheng, 27, tragically passed away due to complications from Influenza A. He reportedly died on January 30 after the flu virus had spread to his central nervous system. Barbie Hsu, known for her role in Meteor Garden, also lost her battle to the flu while traveling with her family to Japan.
The Asian entertainment industry is currently in a state of shock and mourning due to the sudden and tragic loss of two talented stars. Initially, it was reported that Taiwanese actress Barbie Hsu had passed away due to complications related to Influenza-A. In a devastating turn of events, it has now been revealed that Chinese actor Liang Youcheng had also passed away due to similar complications.
Liang Youcheng dies at 27 due to flu
According to a Kbizoom report, Liang Youcheng initially thought he had a common cold, but his condition quickly took a turn for the worse. A source close to him reportedly revealed that he lost consciousness in the hospital, and the flu virus had spread to his central nervous system, leading to his sudden and tragic death.
Despite receiving emergency treatment, Liang passed away on January 30, with no family members by his side. The news of his passing has left fans and fellow actors in shock, with many taking to social media platforms to pay tributes.
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Liang Youcheng's last message revealed
It has been reported that Liang's last message was sent to his mother on Chinese New Year's Eve. According to a report by The Star, he gifted her an e-ang pow of 888 yuan (approximately RM540) and humbly attributed the gift to his production team.
More about Liang Youcheng
Liang Youcheng, a talented actor from Sichuan, had been making a name for himself in the Chinese entertainment industry with his impressive performances in various period dramas. Although he often played supporting roles, he had a charming presence on screen.
His most notable roles were in the dramas My Heart (2021) and Echo of Her Voice (2024), as well as It Girl in Tang Dynasty. The rising star was widely admired for his handsome appearance and calm demeanour, which made him a joy to watch on screen.
Barbie Hsu and Lian Youcheng's death sparks concern
Liang Youcheng and Barbie Hsu's tragic passing has served as a stark reminder of the potential dangers of influenza and its severe complications. Medical experts in Hong Kong have warned tourists with chronic health conditions to think twice before travelling to areas with high flu activity.
There's also a surge in demand for flu vaccination in Taiwan after Barbie's death. As per Health and Welfare Minister Chiu Tai Yuan, Taiwan has 160,000 doses of government-funded flu vaccines as of Tuesday, and priority will be given to senior citizens with health conditions.
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