Lydia Sum Has Died
Lydia Sum, one of Hong Kong showbiz’s most colorful and popular personalities, died today at 8.38 AM, Hong Kong time. She was 60 years old.
The veteran entertainer passed away in Queen Mary hospital after a protracted fight with liver cancer. She had been undergoing medical treatment since being diagnosed with the disease more than a year ago. She was admitted to intensive care a few weeks ago after her condition worsened.
Many in Hong Kong are paying tribute to the star affectionately nicknamed "Fei Fei") for her plump physique.
The city’s chief executive Donald Tsang said: "I am sad about her death. Fei Fei was Hong Kong’s ’happy fruit’. The sound of her laughter was part of growing up in Hong Kong and brought us a lot of joy."
Shanghai-born Lydia took up acting as a child in the early 60s, and her bubbly sense of humour quickly made her popular.
She went on to star in more than 70 movies.
She hosted numerous TVB variety shows, most notably Enjoy Yourself Tonight, which made her a household name.
Lydia is survived by her daughter Joyce Cheng, and ex-husband Adam Cheng.
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Lydia is great her dead made whole hong kong residence sad about it made god bless Lydia
she’s a great actres as she bring lots of fun and laughter to all of us R.I.P
Lydia…. You are a really great mother and entertainer among all. We will miss you…
May you rest in peace… Love you…
Fei Fei, you will be missed!
Lydia-Thank you for all the joy you brought to all of us. You will always be remembered.
Its a great lost to the world. She will be remembered for what she’s done. We Love you Lydia. We’ll always do..
it was such a sad new when i heard about it…really hope tht she will rest in peace ! We will always love you lydia!
RIP Lydia.
We will take care your daughter
Myself along with the rest of Cantonese speaking population must be very sad hearing this news. I grew up watching her funny skits and hosting numerous variety shows. May God watch over her in heaven and thank you, Fei Fei for enriching all of our lives.
We grealty missed you …..
Lydia Shum R.I.P
Sum Din Har was a true entertainer, bringing laughter & joy to all who watched her. She will be greatly missed by all. I do not know her personally but I will miss her. Thank you, Fei Fei, you will forever be remembered.