Wai Ching Ho, "Daredevil" actress, dies at 82

Wai Ching Ho, the actress celebrated for her portrayal of Madame Gao in the Marvel series "Daredevil," has passed away at the age of 82. The news was confirmed by a former colleague from the Netflix production, though specific details regarding her death remain undisclosed.

Peter Shinkoda, who played Kagenobu Yoshioka in "Daredevil," was among the first to express his grief. He shared heartfelt messages on social media, reflecting on the professional and personal wisdom Ho imparted during their time together on and off set. "I will never forget you, I learned from you every minute we spent together, both on and off the set, I knew wisdom thanks to you, I clung to your every word, we will meet again, my friend, you were a wonderful person," Shinkoda wrote.

Film producer Judy Lei also mourned Ho's passing, recalling her kindness and generosity. Lei worked with Ho on the film "The World's Greatest." She recounted an instance where Ho arrived on a new filming location prepared to act and even brought her own costumes, despite Lei's inexperience and a last-minute change of plans. Lei expressed deep sadness upon hearing of Ho's death.

Ho's acting career began in television in 1987 with "One Life to Live." She went on to appear in notable series such as "Law & Order" and "Orange Is the New Black." Her role as Madame Gao in "Daredevil," "Iron Fist," and "The Defenders" remains one of her most recognized performances. Her most recent television appearance was in the 2023 Emmy-winning series "Only Murders in the Building," where she played Mei-Mei.