Barbie Hsu, Beloved Actress, Dies at 48 While Traveling
Taiwanese actress and singer Barbie Hsu, widely known for her role in the 2001 television drama “Meteor Garden,” has passed away at the age of 48 due to pneumonia. She contracted influenza during a family vacation in Japan over the Lunar New Year holiday, which progressed to pneumonia. Her sister, Dee Hsu, confirmed the news through an agent.
Barbie Hsu, affectionately called “Big S” by fans, initially gained fame as part of the pop duo S.O.S alongside her sister. She achieved widespread recognition across East Asia for her portrayal of Shancai in “Meteor Garden,” a role that significantly boosted her career. She is survived by her husband, Korean rapper Koo Jun-yup (DJ Koo), and two children from a previous marriage.
Her untimely death has led to an outpouring of grief and tributes from fans and colleagues, highlighting her impact on the entertainment industry. The news has become a trending topic on platforms like China’s Weibo, reflecting the widespread sorrow over her passing.