Hà LinhOn October 28th, HK01 reported that actress Lydia Shum had passed away after battling a serious illness. She was diagnosed with lung cancer not long ago. The sad news of Lydia Shum's passing has stirred up many colleagues and fans.
In the eyes of her colleagues, Lydia Shum was a simple, passionate, and helpful person to those around her. Jackie Chan once referred to her as an "older sister" and praised her: "Sister Lệ is a warm person, always helping younger artists like me."
Lydia Shum was once considered the beauty of the Hong Kong entertainment industry (Photo: Sina).
In her youth, Lydia Shum was considered the beauty of the silver screen in her homeland. In 1964, she officially became an actress on Hong Kong television, stepping into the entertainment industry. From the 1960s to the 1990s, Lydia Shum was a beloved figure on the small screen.
Throughout her career, Lydia Shum appeared in popular films such as: King of Comedy, Charity, Swordsman, The Duke of Mount Deer, Hero... Despite playing supporting roles, Lydia Shum made a strong impression with her beauty and versatile acting.
Lydia Shum worked diligently in films, even after turning 50. However, in recent years, she announced her retirement due to health reasons. According to a friend, Lydia Shum accidentally discovered she had cancer after a health check-up.
On a personal level, Lydia Shum never married despite being very beautiful and having many suitors. In her young years, the beauty of TVB focused solely on her career. She lived alone in an apartment in Hong Kong for many years.
Lydia Shum never married, dedicating many years to the arts (Photo: HK01).
