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Hong Kong Actor Patrick Tse Yin Dies at 89; Last Family Photo Revealed

From Liberty Times · () Chinese

Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Hong Kong veteran actor Patrick Tse Yin, known as "Fourth Brother," has passed away at the age of 89.
  • He was last seen publicly with his son Nicholas Tse and ex-wife Deborah Li last August celebrating Nicholas's birthday.
  • Tse had a long and distinguished career in Hong Kong cinema spanning over six decades.

Hong Kong's veteran film star Patrick Tse Yin, affectionately known as "Fourth Brother," has died at the age of 89, sending ripples of sadness through the entertainment world.

Tse's final public appearance as a family was last August, when he attended his son Nicholas Tse's 45th birthday celebration. The event was notable for bringing together Patrick Tse, his son Nicholas, and his ex-wife Deborah Li, who had been divorced for 30 years. Photos from the gathering show the trio sharing a warm moment, raising glasses in a toast, and enjoying a relaxed atmosphere.

In the photos, Tse appeared in good spirits, sporting his signature ponytail and a trendy hat, and even removing his sunglasses. The reunion with his ex-wife and son was a rare public sighting for the family since they were last seen together at the Lunar New Year visiting Emperor Group chairman Albert Yeung.

Tse's passing marks the end of an era for Hong Kong cinema, where he enjoyed a career that spanned more than six decades. Fans and colleagues are remembering the iconic actor, with many expressing their condolences and paying tribute to his enduring legacy.

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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.