Actress Jian Pei-en mourns grandfather's death on Dragon Boat Festival

Taiwanese actress Jian Pei-en experienced profound grief as she lost her maternal grandfather to cancer on the Dragon Boat Festival, June 20, 2026. This loss follows the death of her father late last year, marking the third significant family bereavement she has endured in five years.

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It's hard to say goodbye, but I'm so grateful to have had you in my life. You were always there for me, and I will never forget your kindness and love.

Jian, who previously spoke out about the pain of losing loved ones, shared cherished memories of her grandfather on Facebook. She described him as a father figure who raised her alongside her grandmother, recalling his daily motorcycle rides to take her to kindergarten and his consistent, quiet gestures of love, such as slipping her pocket money.

Her grandfather, a man of legendary resilience and kindness, shouldered significant family debts after his father's investment failures. He worked two jobs for over a decade to provide for his children and grandchildren. Even after retirement, he volunteered, teaching Japanese at a rehabilitation association. Jian recalled a touching incident where he meticulously wrapped discarded scissors to protect sanitation workers from injury, highlighting his deep consideration for others.

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You worked so hard for everyone your whole life. Please, in your next journey, think a little more about yourself. I will always love you.

Jian expressed immense regret for not being able to bid her grandfather a final farewell. She acknowledged the difficulty of facing loss, stating that no amount of preparation is ever enough. Despite her own grief, her grandfather had been a source of comfort, encouraging her to let go of past sorrows and focus on processing her father's passing. She bid him farewell, promising to take care of herself and cherishing the fortune of being his granddaughter.

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I am so sorry I couldn't make it back in time to see you one last time.