Barbie Hsu passed away on February 2, nearly a month ago. However, her name continues to dominate the media due to ongoing drama from those around her. From inheritance disputes to burial arrangements, speculation and controversy have engulfed the actress’s family. Many netizens lament, “How can Barbie Hsu rest in peace?”
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Inheritance drama full of twists
Following Barbie Hsu’s passing, the question of who will inherit her assets has become a hot topic across China. In addition to her current husband DJ Koo and her two children, the battle over the late “Meteor Garden” star’s $30 million fortune also involves her mother Huang Chunmei, her younger sister Dee Hsu, her ex-husband Wang Xiaofei and his mother Zhang Lan.
On February 13, this inheritance battle seemingly escalated when Barbie Hsu’s mother declared war on her former son-in-law Wang Xiaofei and his mother Zhang Lan. In response, Zhang Lan fiercely retaliated, even traveling to Japan to investigate the cause of her former daughter-in-law’s death in an attempt to counter Barbie Hsu’s family.
However, on February 28, Huang Chunmei abruptly denied any legal battle with Wang Xiaofei over inheritance matters or the 278 million TWD that he allegedly still owes Barbie Hsu. Barbie Hsu’s mother stated to the media, “As long as Wang Xiaofei takes good care of the children, that’s enough. I am old, and I no longer have the energy to fight over these things. Losing my filial daughter is painful enough. Please stop spreading such absurd and fabricated rumors. Regarding the lawsuit over child support or inheritance issues, he can take whatever he wants. All I want is my daughter. Please don’t make me cry every time I open my eyes.”
Her statement is believed to imply that she is giving up custody of her two grandchildren to Wang Xiaofei. Additionally, there is speculation that Huang Chunmei may also be abandoning legal action on behalf of her late daughter regarding the child support dispute. She also appears to be signaling a desire to close the inheritance battle with her former son-in-law.
Her abrupt 180-degree shift in attitude has sparked widespread discussion. Many believe that Barbie Hsu’s family and Wang Xiaofei may have reached a mutually beneficial agreement regarding the division of the late actress’s inheritance. This could explain why Huang Chunmei took to the media to announce a truce and soften relations with her former son-in-law. However, others suspect that the drama is far from over.
Burial arrangements remain undecided
Initially, Barbie Hsu’s family planned to bury her ashes under a tree, a form of eco-friendly burial. However, her husband DJ Koo opposed this method as he could not bear to see his beloved wife return to dust. He expressed his desire for a memorial site where he could visit her at any time.
After further discussions, the family reconsidered the burial plan. The current options include placing her ashes in a columbarium or erecting a memorial site with a statue of Barbie Hsu, allowing her loved ones to visit and honor her memory. However, the exact burial method and timing remain undecided.
There were also reports that the renowned funeral service company Longyan would sponsor a 10 million TWD memorial garden in Barbie Hsu’s honor. However, Yiping News debunked this claim. DJ Koo has visited several suggested locations but has yet to make a final decision. As nearly a month has passed since her death, her unsettled burial arrangements continue to prevent her from truly resting in peace.
Grief-stricken husband and critically ill children
Barbie Hsu’s sudden passing has devastated DJ Koo. The couple first fell in love in 1998 but broke up. After Barbie Hsu divorced Wang Xiaofei in 2022, she reunited with DJ Koo, and they married shortly after. Their marriage lasted less than three years before tragedy struck.
Currently, DJ Koo has halted all work due to overwhelming grief. No one knows when he will be able to recover and return to his career. A close source revealed that he cries every day, to the point where his swollen eyes have become difficult to treat. He has lost his appetite, suffered severe weight loss, and lost muscle mass. He is unable to sort through Barbie Hsu’s belongings and remains trapped in memories of her.
Acquaintances and friends are increasingly concerned about DJ Koo’s declining health. Despite their efforts to console him, he remains deeply distraught. ET Today reported, “Since DJ Koo is known for his energetic and positive personality, this tragedy has undoubtedly had a devastating impact on him.” Fans are also worried, leaving messages on social media urging him to regain his strength, believing that Barbie Hsu wouldn’t want him to suffer so much.
Barbie Hsu’s children are also struggling immensely with their mother’s passing. According to ET Today, her daughter Wang Hsi-yueh has become emotionally withdrawn since losing her mother. The young girl has been crying excessively, causing severe swelling in her eyes. Supermodel Pace Wu revealed that in Barbie Hsu’s final moments, she tightly held her daughter’s hand and refused to let go. Both of the “Meteor Garden” star’s children were present in the hospital when she took her last breath.
On February 24, Wang Hsi-yueh and Wang Hsi-lin were rushed to the hospital due to high fever and persistent coughing. A leaked message from a nurse at Taipei Children’s Hospital revealed that both children suffered from severe fever and cough, requiring IV fluids for 18 hours to bring their temperatures down. Wang Xiaofei was extremely anxious, constantly checking their temperatures and even wrapping their IV medication in his jacket to warm it before infusion. At 3 AM, he went out to buy a humidifier for his children.
The nurse’s account of Barbie Hsu’s children’s condition after their mother’s passing has left the public heartbroken and worried. On Weibo, netizens questioned whether Barbie Hsu’s relatives had neglected the children’s health and well-being. Many lamented that no one could care for them better than their mother, making her loss an irreplaceable tragedy for them.