On the morning of October 28, Sinchew reported that veteran actor Benz Hui (Hui Shiu Hung) had passed away at the age of 76. Previously, news of his hospitalization in critical condition had stirred concern throughout the entertainment industry.
One of the most visibly affected was actress Charmaine Sheh, who appeared emotional when asked about Hui’s condition during a public event. Fighting back tears, she confirmed she had been informed of the situation and made the decision to cancel her planned work trip to Beijing in order to rush to the hospital.
Other long-time colleagues, including Raymond Lam and Ron Ng, were also seen arriving at the hospital. When asked by the media about Hui’s state, Ron Ng gave no verbal response, only shaking his head solemnly — suggesting that the situation may be grave.
Born in 1948 into a prestigious and influential family in Guangdong, China, Hui came from a lineage of prominent businessmen, scholars, and politicians. His great-grandfather was a high-ranking Qing dynasty official and a godson of Empress Dowager Cixi. In 1958, his family emigrated to Hong Kong. Despite his privileged background, Hui remained humble, believing that a person’s worth is not defined by their family name.
Hui’s career took a pivotal turn in 1972 when he enrolled in the first acting class offered by TVB. This marked the beginning of a screen career that spanned over five decades, during which he starred in numerous iconic TV dramas and films. In the 1970s, fans affectionately nicknamed him “Benz Hung” as he was the first ATV actor to arrive on set in a Mercedes-Benz.
Throughout the 1980s, Hui became a regular fixture in Hong Kong television, often taking on supporting roles that left lasting impressions thanks to his versatile acting. He was known for playing humorous, relatable characters, becoming a beloved figure among loyal TV audiences.
Hui contributed to the success of many celebrated productions such as The Romantic Swordsman, The Return of the Condor Heroes (1983), The Heaven Sword and Dragon Saber (1986), Bloody Battle, and The Stepmother. He was once nominated for Best Supporting Actor at the 19th Hong Kong Film Awards. Over the course of his career, Hui appeared in around 165 film and TV projects.
In 1992, Hui married a Singaporean woman he met while working there. They shared over 30 happy years of marriage and have one daughter. After ending his contract with TVB in 2018, he semi-retired in Singapore, occasionally returning to Hong Kong and mainland China for TV appearances. He often said acting brought him joy and never felt like a burden.
Even in his later years, Hui remained active in the entertainment world. Well into his 70s, he continued filming in Malaysia and China, participating in variety shows, and even co-creating social media content with his daughter — a testament to his enduring passion for the arts.
Sources: ETtoday星光雲
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