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Hong Kong Veteran Actress Shun Lee Passes Away from Cancer, Husband Tung Ka Dies Two Weeks Earlier

Hong Kong Veteran Actress Shun Lee Passes Away from Cancer, Husband Tung Ka Dies Two Weeks Earlier

Hong Kong veteran actress Shun Lee (original name Li Chao-Chun), who was known for her "heroine" image, passed away on July 3 at the age of 78 due to pancreatic cancer. Tragically, her husband, renowned martial arts instructor Tung Ka, fell to his death on June 23, leading to the couple's sequential deaths within less than two weeks, shocking the entertainment industry. The family has issued a joint obituary announcing that the couple will hold a memorial service on July 14 and a funeral on July 15, followed by cremation.

Shun Lee and Tung Ka were married for 56 years, recognized as a model couple in the entertainment industry. Shun was known for her straightforward and fiery personality, while Tung was always accommodating and caring, fully supporting her acting career and personally taking care of her daily life. Even after Shun announced her retirement in 2020, they remained inseparable during their retirement years.

In recent years, Shun battled pancreatic cancer and underwent long-term treatment, maintaining a stable mental condition. In August 2024, the couple attended a gathering in the industry together, appearing joyful. However, fate dealt a cruel hand, and within less than a year, they both passed away. It is reported that Tung had expressed his desire to "leave with his wife" due to his emotional struggles over her illness. On the day of his fall, he had planned to meet with a lawyer to draft a will but ultimately chose a tragic path. This profound love story of a couple who shared six decades together is evoking deep emotions among the public.