Anthony Wong Bids Farewell to Hong Kong Stage, Eyes Global Platform
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- Hong Kong film award-winning actor Anthony Wong announced his departure from the Hong Kong stage, signaling a move to a "bigger stage" with "God of Stage" looking towards the world.
- Wong, who has developed his career in Taiwan in recent years, has faced speculation about being blacklisted in China due to his political stances, though this has not been officially confirmed.
- Fans expressed support for his decision, with many welcoming him to Taiwan and lamenting the potential loss for Hong Kong.
Hong Kong film award-winning actor Anthony Wong has made a surprising announcement, declaring it is "time to say goodbye" to the Hong Kong stage. Wong, known for his acclaimed performances that have earned him multiple Hong Kong Film Awards and Golden Horse Awards, revealed his intention to move to a "bigger stage" with "God of Stage" setting its sights on a global audience.
Hong Kong stage, it's time to say goodbye. God of Stage faces the world. A bigger stage.
This declaration comes as Wong has been increasingly active in Taiwan in recent years. Speculation has long surrounded his career, with suggestions that his political viewpoints have led to him being blacklisted from the Chinese market. While these rumors persist, Wong has never officially confirmed the extent of any such professional repercussions.
Now Hong Kong is not what it used to be, leaving is not regrettable.
Following his announcement on Facebook, a wave of support from fans flooded in. Many commenters expressed understanding and encouragement, with sentiments like "Hong Kong is not what it used to be, leaving is not regrettable" and "You deserve a better stage." Some lamented the potential loss for Hong Kong, stating, "Hong Kong doesn't have the fortune, it's Hong Kong's loss." A particularly warm reception came from a fan who commented, "Taiwan welcomes you."
You deserve a better stage.
Wong, a celebrated actor with three Hong Kong Film Awards for Best Actor and three Golden Horse Awards for Best Supporting Actor, has previously spoken about his career choices. In a 2021 interview, he addressed pressure regarding Taiwanese residency, stating his current choice was to "be himself" and work wherever opportunities arose, commuting between Taiwan and Hong Kong.
Hong Kong doesn't have the fortune, it's Hong Kong's loss.
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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.
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