1212-2023 (HONG KONG) The entertainment industry was struck by grief today as news broke of the tragic passing of Kathy Chow Hoi-mei, a renowned Hong Kong actress and singer. She was 54. The confirmation of her demise was made by her studio in the evening, putting an end to the speculations and rumors that have been circulating since yesterday.
Born on December 6, 1966, in Hong Kong, Kathy Chow gained widespread recognition for her captivating performances in TVB series during the late 1980s and 1990s. Her notable roles include “The Breaking Point” and “Time Before Time.” Her popularity further soared across Asia after her portrayal of Zhou Zhiruo in the 1994 Taiwanese adaptation of “The Heaven Sword and Dragon Saber.”
Kathy Chow’s journey in the entertainment industry began when she participated in the Miss Hong Kong pageant. She then ventured into modeling and acting in TVB series during the late 1980s and 1990s. She later joined ATV in 1998, making occasional appearances in Hong Kong films and award shows. In pursuit of new opportunities, Kathy Chow left ATV in 2001 and relocated to Beijing.
After a brief hiatus, she returned to TVB in March 2008 and signed on to the action drama “E.U.,” a sequel to “The Academy” and “On the First Beat.” While she has occasionally starred in a few TVB series in recent years, her focus primarily lies in mainland China’s productions.
