RIP Barbie Hsu: Meteor Garden actor Jerry Han, Boys Over Flowers author Yoko Kamino pay heartfelt tributes to the late actress
Condolences for Barbie Hsu have been pouring in on social media after her tragic demise on Sunday. Her Meteor Garden co-star Jerry Han and Boys Over Flowers author Yoko Kamio are latest to pen heartfelt messages in memory of the late actress who sadly passed away due to influenza-related pneumonia.
Japanese manga artist Yoko Kamio, author of the popular manga series Hana Yori Dango (Boys Over Flowers, 1992 to 2004), has paid tribute to Barbie Hsu. The Taiwanese actress died at the age of 48 after she came down with influenza-related pneumonia while traveling to Japan. Yoko Kamio's tribute holds dee sentimental value, as Barbi featured in the first iconic live-action adaptation of Boys Over Flowers titled Meteor Garden.
Taiwanese star Jerry Yan, who starred opposite Barbie in Meteor Garden, has also expressed his condolences on the passing of his former co-star. He shared his heartfelt tribute on Chinese social media platform Weibo on February 3, a day after Hsu's death was confirmed by her sister.
Boys Over Flowers author pays tribute to Barbie Hsu
On February 3, Yoko Kamio reshared a post on X, which confirmed the tragic news of Hsu's passing away. The following day, February 4, Kamio took to the social media platform to share her personal thoughts and condolences, writing in Japanese that Hsu's "lovely smile" in the series had left a lasting impression on her. The 58-year-old said, "I am truly saddened by her death. She was a very memorable person with a cute smile. I am truly saddened and disappointed. We sincerely pray for the repose of your soul."
台湾版の花より男子、流星花園でつくしを演じてくださった徐熙媛さんがお亡くなりに…。かわいい笑顔がとても印象的な方でした。本当に悲しく残念でなりません。
— 神尾葉子 (@yokokamioo) February 4, 2025
心よりご冥福をお祈りします。
Barbie Hsu's Meteor Garden co-star Jerry Han offers condolences
Jerry Yan, the Taiwanese star who played the iconic role of Daoming Si, Shancai's love interest in the hit drama series Meteor Garden, also paid a heartfelt tribute to his former co-star.
On February 3, Yan took to Weibo to express his condolences, reflecting on the time they spent together during the filming of the series. "I am grateful that I met you," Yan wrote. He then recalled a phrase that Hsu would often say during her younger years, "Live every day as if it were your last, and live it to the fullest."
The actor added, "I hope you will go slowly this time. From now on, in another world, there'll be no worries, and the years will be peaceful."
Jerry Yan's translated message:
— Oppa Is Life (@theoppaislife) February 3, 2025
"Thankful for meeting you in your carefree childish years. You always said to live everyday as if it were your last. I hope this time, you will slowly walk away. From now on, in another world, there will be no troubles and the years will be… pic.twitter.com/N8VnLwE79H
More about Barbie Hsu's role in Meteor Garden
Barbie Hsu's role as Shancai, inspired by the Japanese character Tsukushi Makino from Kamio's manga Boys Over Flowers, marked a pivotal moment in the late actress' career, catapulting her to stardom and cementing her status as a talented actress.
Prior to taking on the role, Hsu had already made a name for herself as a singer and TV host, but it was her portrayal of Shancai that introduced her to a global audience, solidifying her position as one of the most beloved and respected Asian actresses of her generation.
Her outstanding performance also earned her many accolades, including the prestigious nomination for Best Leading Actress in a Television Series at the Golden Bell Awards in 2001.
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