Barbie Hsu: Beloved Taiwanese Actress of Meteor Garden Fame Passes Away at 48

Local media confirmed the news, sending ripples of grief throughout her fanbase and invoking memories of her iconic role in the breakout hit, Meteor Garden.

Barbie Hsu, the celebrated Taiwanese actress famous for her role in the iconic 2001 television series Meteor Garden, has tragically passed away at the age of 48 due to complications from pneumonia triggered by influenza. The actress, known widely across the Mandarin-speaking world, was on vacation in Japan when her condition deteriorated. Hsu’s sister, Dee Hsu, confirmed her passing in a heartfelt statement released to Taiwan's TVBS News, expressing deep gratitude for their sisterly bond.

“I’m thankful to be her sister in this lifetime, taking care of each other," Dee shared, highlighting the family’s close ties. "I will always be grateful to her and remember her.” The news of Hsu's death has sent shockwaves throughout her loyal fanbase, with many expressing disbelief and sorrow via social media platforms. Hsu became a household name from her role as Shancai in Meteor Garden, a series based on a well-known Japanese manga that captivated audiences across various countries, including the Philippines and Thailand.

The show followed the romantic entanglements of Shancai, a middle-class student, amidst the affections of wealthy heirs portrayed by the Taiwanese boyband F4. Since its debut, Meteor Garden sparked numerous adaptations across Asia, leaving an enduring legacy in the television landscape. Hsu's passing is a significant loss to fans and the entertainment industry, and tributes continue to pour in as the news gripped social media, with Hsu trending on platforms such as Weibo.

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