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Never heard Faye Wong's concert, a regret; Michelle Chen finds comfort listening to second-generation star sing

From Liberty Times · () Chinese

Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Actress Michelle Chen expressed regret for never seeing Faye Wong perform live but found comfort watching Wong's daughter, Dou Jingtong, perform.
  • Dou Jingtong recently won a weekly championship on the singing competition show "Singer 2026" with a cover song.
  • Chen was deeply moved by Dou Jingtong's performance, noting her mother's vocal style and calling it a significant consolation.

Taiwanese actress Michelle Chen recently attended the singing competition show "Singer 2026," where she was deeply impressed by Faye Wong's daughter, Dou Jingtong. Chen, a longtime admirer of Faye Wong, expressed a significant regret: never having witnessed her idol's live performance.

Today was my first time at 'Singer,' and my first time hearing Dou Jingtong live. It was so beautiful. I've always regretted not seeing Faye Wong's concert. Today, it was a great consolation because I can see Tong Tong's concert in the future.

โ€” Michelle ChenActress Michelle Chen expressing her feelings after watching Dou Jingtong perform.

Dou Jingtong, who has been performing well on the show, secured a weekly championship in the latest episode. She performed a rendition of the band "The Flowers" song "Change," featuring a new arrangement and a vocal style reminiscent of her mother, Faye Wong. Her ethereal and clear voice resonated with the audience, earning her the top spot for the week.

I've always regretted not seeing Faye Wong's concert. Today, it was a great consolation because I can see Tong Tong's concert in the future.

โ€” Michelle ChenMichelle Chen comparing her regret of missing Faye Wong's concert with the experience of seeing Dou Jingtong perform.

"Today was my first time at 'Singer,' and my first time hearing Dou Jingtong live. It was so beautiful," Chen shared. "I've always regretted not seeing Faye Wong's concert. Today, it was a great consolation because I can see Tong Tong's concert in the future."

I've always regretted not seeing Faye Wong's concert. Today, it was a great consolation because I can see Tong Tong's concert in the future.

โ€” Michelle ChenMichelle Chen finding solace in Dou Jingtong's performance as a substitute for never seeing Faye Wong live.

Chen also recently attended a concert by Golden Melody Award winner A-Lin, describing the experience as incredibly moving. She was brought to tears, feeling as though she had entered a "time tunnel." Chen praised A-Lin's "infectious energy," calling her a "born diva."

I've always regretted not seeing Faye Wong's concert. Today, it was a great consolation because I can see Tong Tong's concert in the future.

โ€” Michelle ChenMichelle Chen's reflection on missing Faye Wong's concerts and finding comfort in Dou Jingtong's performance.
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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.