In Memoriam: Barbie Hsu (1976-2025)

In Memoriam: Barbie Hsu (1976-2025)

Taiwanese actress and singer Barbie Hsu, renowned for her role as Shan Cai in the 2001 television series "Meteor Garden," has passed away at the age of 48 due to complications from influenza. She contracted the flu during the Lunar New Year holiday in Japan, which led to pneumonia. Her younger sister, Dee Hsu, confirmed the news on February 3, 2025.

Barbie Hsu began her career in the entertainment industry as part of the pop duo S.O.S alongside her sister Dee. She gained widespread fame with her performance in "Meteor Garden," which became a significant hit across Asia. Throughout her career, she took on various roles in television and film, leaving a lasting impact on the industry.

It's a huge loss for the entertainment industry and her fans around the world. Her passing is a significant loss to the entertainment community, and she will be remembered for her contributions to the arts.

You can find reports of her death from:
Focus Taiwan: Taiwanese actress Barbie Hsu dies of pneumonia at 48
South China Morning Post: Taiwanese actress 'Big S' Barbie Hsu dies from pneumonia
ABS-CBN News: Taiwan's Barbie Hsu, Shancai in 'Meteor Garden,' passes away: report