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AI Tribute Video Features Actor Fu Ziyun's Final Farewell

From Liberty Times · () Chinese

Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Actor Fu Ziyun, known for his role in "Ambitious Women," passed away from acute leukemia on June 7th at the age of 47.
  • His memorial service on July 4th featured a six-minute AI-enhanced tribute video.
  • The video, planned by his wife, used AI to recreate his voice for a final farewell message.

Taiwanese actor Fu Ziyun, a prominent figure in the drama "Ambitious Women," passed away on June 7th due to acute leukemia at the age of 47. His memorial service, held on July 4th, included the premiere of a poignant six-minute tribute video. The video, meticulously planned by his wife, Li Jiaqi, aimed to provide a farewell he couldn't deliver himself.

Hi! I'm done filming!

โ€” Fu Ziyun (AI recreation)The opening line of the AI-enhanced tribute video at Fu Ziyun's memorial service.

Utilizing AI technology, the video recreated Fu Ziyun's voice for a final message. The opening line, "Hi! I'm done filming!" โ€“ a phrase he often used privately after completing a project โ€“ brought attendees to tears. The video traced his 24-year acting career, showcasing roles, behind-the-scenes footage, and interactions with co-stars. It explored his journey through various characters, from charming to tough, reflecting his passion for acting.

Life is like a play, and a play is like life. This act of mine has come to an end.

โ€” Fu Ziyun (AI recreation)Fu Ziyun's closing remarks in the tribute video, reflecting on his life and career.

The tribute also featured AI-generated narration thanking directors, actors, crew, and fans. In his closing remarks, Fu Ziyun reflected, "Life is like a play, and a play is like life. This act of mine has come to an end." He specifically expressed gratitude to his wife for her unwavering support. The video concluded with a smiling image of Fu Ziyun and Li Jiaqi's voiceover, calling him her "most precious role."

Thank you for never giving up, and thank you for always loving acting so much...

โ€” Li Jiaqi (voiceover)The final words of the tribute video, spoken by Fu Ziyun's wife.
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Originally published by Liberty Times in Chinese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.