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Fu Tzu-chun's Life Ends; Wu Wanjun Bids Farewell with 'Capybara-kun' and Tearful Promise

From Liberty Times · () Chinese

Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Taiwanese actor Fu Tzu-chun passed away at age 47 due to acute leukemia complications.
  • His co-star Wu Wan-chun attended his farewell ceremony, bringing a capybara doll that resembled him.
  • Wu Wan-chun shared heartfelt memories, highlighting Fu Tzu-chun's warm personality and the bond they shared through their nearly 200 episodes together.

Taiwanese actor Fu Tzu-chun died on June 4th at the age of 47, following complications from acute leukemia. His passing was marked by a farewell ceremony on July 4th, attended by colleagues and loved ones.

Wu Wan-chun, who starred alongside Fu Tzu-chun in the popular Taiwanese drama "The Glory of Love" (ๆ„›็š„ๆฆฎ่€€), where they formed the "De-Jia CP" (ๅพทๅ˜‰CP) couple, was visibly emotional at the service. She shared a touching tribute, revealing she brought a capybara doll, a character that had accompanied her for nearly 200 episodes of the show.

When I chose the doll back then, I felt it looked like Brother Tzu-chun. Now I realize it's not just the appearance, but even the personality is exactly the same.

โ€” Wu Wan-chunDescribing her connection to the capybara doll and its resemblance to the late actor Fu Tzu-chun.

Wu Wan-chun explained that she chose the capybara doll during filming because she felt it resembled Fu Tzu-chun. At the ceremony, she realized the resemblance extended beyond appearance to his personality. She described him as warm, stable, kind, and unassuming, always making those around him feel secure.

Recalling their time on set, Wu Wan-chun remembered Fu Tzu-chun's ability to bring laughter and care to the cast and crew, even during challenging workdays. She expressed her deep affection and gratitude for him, calling him a "gift." Her final words conveyed a sense of enduring friendship and a promise to continue cherishing his memory.

You are truly our gift. Please take good care of us when we meet again! (Elder Li~)

โ€” Wu Wan-chunA final farewell to Fu Tzu-chun, expressing gratitude and affection.
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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.