Eight months after the tragic passing of her sister, the late Barbie Hsu, Dee Hsu, sister-in-law of DJ Koo Jun-yup, made an emotional return to the public eye and moved the Taiwanese audience to tears.
On October 17, Taiwanese outlet ETtoday reported that Dee Hsu appeared at the 60th Golden Bell Awards, both as a presenter and award recipient, marking her first official appearance since her sister’s passing.
During the ceremony, Dee Hsu received the Variety Show Host Award, delivering a heartfelt acceptance speech that deeply touched the audience. “My sister blessed me and brought me here tonight,” she said tearfully, pointing to the necklace she wore. “A part of my sister is inside this. Whenever I miss her, I feel like she’s with me.”
Fighting back tears, she continued, “I always carry my sister in my heart and wear her name around my neck.” Regarding her future in broadcasting, she cautiously added, “It may not be as scary to return as I thought, but I’m still unsure about when the right time will be.”
Her return drew significant attention across Taiwan and greater China. Many were astonished by how much Dee Hsu now resembles her late sister, both in appearance and demeanor. Observers noted that her face and figure looked fuller, reminiscent of Barbie Hsu’s features during her prime.
Taiwanese netizens flooded social media with emotional comments, such as: “She’s gained a little weight, and now she looks exactly like her sister” and “When she smiles, it feels like seeing Barbie again.”
In a touching gesture, Dee Hsu announced that she would donate her entire prize money to Hualien, a region recently affected by natural disasters, dedicating it to social contribution in memory of her sister.
Meanwhile, Koo Jun-yup known for his long and emotional love story with Barbie Hsu continues to mourn her loss. The couple’s romance began in 1998 but ended due to management opposition. They reunited after more than 20 years and married in 2022, a story that captivated fans across Asia.
Tragically, Barbie Hsu passed away suddenly in February 2025 during a family trip to Japan due to acute pneumonia caused by the flu. Following her death, Koo Jun-yup expressed his grief, writing, “I am living through indescribable pain and sorrow. My heart feels like it’s being torn apart. I have no strength to speak nor do I want to.”
Dee Hsu’s return to the stage, embodying her sister’s spirit, has offered comfort to many fans still mourning Barbie Hsu’s untimely passing a poignant reminder that love and memory can transcend even death.
Sources: Sports Chosun,ETtoday Taiwan
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