Kim Chiu, in a recent post on the social media platform “X,” expressed shock and sadness over the news about the passing of famous Taiwanese actress, Barbie Hsu.
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She is fondly called by many of her fans by her “Meteor Garden” character, “Shan Cai.”
It can be recalled that news about Barbie’s death shocked many in the entertainment industry, particularly in Asia.
Earlier, many thought it was all fake news, however, it all became reality when Barbie’s sister came out with a statement and confirmed the sad news.
In her post, Kim revealed that she’s a fan of “Meteor Garden” and would always hurry home from school just so she can watch the series.
“OMG!!!!!!😱😱😱 naalala ko after school magmamadali ako umuwi para mapanood lang ang meteor garden, pag di ko na maabutan makikinood ako sa karinderya sa labas ng school naming,” Kim said in her X post.
She then expressed her love and gratitude for Barbie, thanking her for giving color to her childhood.
“OMG!!!! I love you SanChai!!!! May you rest in peace! Thank you sa makulay namin childhood. Pigtail braids!” Kim said.
Kim Chiu is a Filipina-Chinese actress and television host. She broke through in showbiz after becoming a winner in Pinoy Big Brother. She was born on April 19, 1990, in Cebu City to Chinese businessman William Chiu and Louella Yap. Kim is also known as the ‘Chinita Princess’ and was once hailed as the ‘Princess of Philippine Movies and TV.’
Louise Delos Reyes has taken to social media to react to the heartbreaking news about Barbie Hsu, who was best known for playing Shan Cai in the 2001 Taiwan TV drama series ‘Meteor Garden.’
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The Taiwanese actress succumbed to pneumonia after getting it during their Japan tour for the Chinese New Year period, her family confirmed. She was 48 years old.
In a post on Instagram Stories, Louise shared @fttmph’s art card regarding Barbie’s untimely passing.
The Filipina actress likewise expressed how heartbroken she is because of the sad news.
“My millennial heart is grieving right now,” Louise mournfully wrote in the on-screen caption.
Here is the screenshot of her post:
Louise Delos Reyes is a television and movie actress in the Philippined. She has starred in GMA shows such as Pilyang Kerubin, Reel Love Presents: Tween Hearts, and Alakdana with Alden Richards as her leading man.
Alex Gonzaga is among the Filipino celebrities who are mourning Barbie Hsu’s sudden demise.
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She took to Instagram Stories to express sadness over the heartbreaking news.
In one of her posts, Alex wrote, “My San Cai!!!! Rest in peace.”
“Thinking how would Dao Ming Su feel [crying emoji],” she added.
In another post, Alex shared a throwback photo her and Luis Manzano dressed up as Shan Cai and Dao Ming Si – the late Taiwanese actress and Jerry Yan’s respective characters in ‘Meteor Garden.’
“My obsession with Meteor Garden is real,” the Pinay actress-vlogger wrote in the caption.
“Ikaw lang nakasira @luckymanzano,” Alex quipped.
Catherine Mae Cruz Gonzaga, or Alex Gonzaga, is a Filipina actress and comedian best known for being one of the most successful YouTube vloggers in the country. Alex debuted on television after earning a role in the ABS-CBN sitcom “Let’s Go.” She is now married to Lipa City councilor Mikee Morada. Alex is also the sister of actress Toni Gonzaga, a famous actress, television host, and YouTube star in the Philippines.
