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Taiwanese Rock Icon Huang Da-wei Dies at 61; Producer Shares Final Photos

From Liberty Times · () Chinese

Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Rock musician Huang Da-wei, known for hits like "You Drunk Me" and "Let Everyone's Heart Break," has died at age 61 in Hawaii.
  • He recently expanded into acting, earning a Golden Bell Award nomination for his role in the series "The Ex-Man."
  • Taiwanese producer Chai Zhi-ping confirmed his death and shared personal photos, calling him a good friend and expressing condolences to his longtime partner, Vicky.

Taiwanese rock icon Huang Da-wei, celebrated for his soulful voice and hits like "You Drunk Me," has passed away at 61 in Hawaii. His death was confirmed by Taiwanese producer Chai Zhi-ping, who shared heartfelt memories and private photos of the artist. Huang had recently ventured into acting, earning a Golden Bell Award nomination for his role in the series "The Ex-Man," a move that surprised and delighted fans.

Life is unpredictable! I can't bear to part with a good friend.

— Chai Zhi-pingTaiwanese producer Chai Zhi-ping mourning the death of Huang Da-wei.

Chai Zhi-ping, a prominent figure in Taiwan's entertainment industry, expressed her grief on Instagram, calling Huang a good friend. She revealed that he had also quietly participated in the Chinese version of "Our Blues," a project she produced. The photos she shared, showing Huang smiling like a young boy on the beaches of Penghu, now serve as poignant final images of the artist.

Your talent and rock and roll soul will forever be in our hearts. May your soul rest in peace.

— Chai Zhi-pingChai Zhi-ping's farewell message to Huang Da-wei.

"Your talent and rock and roll soul will forever be in our hearts. May your soul rest in peace," Chai wrote, bidding farewell to her friend. She also extended her sympathy to Huang's longtime partner and manager, Vicky, with whom she shared a close family connection. Vicky responded with a simple, heartfelt emoji, conveying her strength amidst her profound loss.

Dear sister Vicky, please take care of yourself and accept my condolences.

— Chai Zhi-pingChai Zhi-ping's message to Huang Da-wei's partner, Vicky.
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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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