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Straits Times
15 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Straits Times
HK actor Will Or, 33, reveals he has Stage 4 lung cancer
Sign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inbox Hong Kong actor Will Or decided to take a temporary break after the diagnosis. HONG KONG – Hong Kong actor Will Or has revealed that he is battling Stage 4 lung adenocarcinoma, a type of lung cancer. The 33-year-old broke the news on Instagram on July 30, sharing that his symptoms began in late May with a lingering cough that did not improv e after two rounds of antibiotics. He then consulted a respiratory specialist and underwent a CT scan, which revealed an abnormality. He wrote in Chinese: 'I was referred to another specialist. When the doctor saw my report, his expression changed, so I joked, 'The doctor looks so grim. Is it cancer?' 'I thought it would be tuberculosis, but I was diagnosed with Stage 4 lung adenocarcinoma two to three days after further testing at the hospital.' Or is best known for his breakout role in Hong Kong movie Drifting (2021), which also starred Hong Kong actors Francis Ng, Loletta Lee and Tse Kwan Ho. Or played a youth suffering from aphasia in the drama-thriller, and was nominated for Best Supporting Actor at Taiwan's Golden Horse Awards in 2021 and Best Supporting Actor and Best New Performer at the Hong Kong Film Awards in 2022. Top stories Swipe. Select. Stay informed. Singapore No entry: ICA to bar high-risk, undesirable travellers from boarding S'pore-bound ships, flights Singapore 17-member committee to drive roll-out of autonomous vehicles in Singapore Singapore Over half of job applications by retrenched Jetstar Asia staff led to offers or interviews: CEO Singapore Underground pipe leak likely reason for water supply issues during Toa Payoh fire: Town council Business Singapore gold investment soars 37% to 2.2 tonnes in Q2 while jewellery demand wanes Multimedia 60 years, 60 items: A National Day game challenge Asia US-Malaysia tariff deal set for Aug 1 after Trump-Anwar phone call Singapore 'Switching careers just as I became a dad was risky, but I had to do it for my family' He admitted that the diagnosis dealt a heavy blow, and he felt as if he was 'walking into emptiness' upon hearing the news. 'I just wanted to sleep and escape. I wanted a break, but I love my work too much. Even when it's exhausting, I enjoy giving my all,' he said. Following his discharge, he went home to shower before heading straight to rehearsals for the stage show, Let Me Entertain You. Despite his resolve to keep working, he ultimately decided to take a temporary break from the theatre production after consulting his doctor. 'I hope I can still perform. That tiny hope, that tiny desire, those little thoughts and the little bits of support from everyone around me are what I'm holding on to,' he said. Opening up about the emotional impact of the lung adenocarcinoma diagnosis, Or shared on July 30 that he Googled for guidance on how to cope with his disease. He then recalled a moment that helped shift his perspective – when his tearful father hugged him and said he wished he could take his place. 'At that moment, I felt lucky to have such a loving father. I was even more relieved that it wasn't him or someone I love who got sick. That's when I began to accept my diagnosis.' Or went on to reassure his fans, urging them not to worry or tell him to 'stay strong'. ' Living in this crazy world is already hard enough. A smile, a nod or even a 'strong' emoji is enough... That's all I need to know you're with me,' he said. He concluded with a message of hope, writing: 'I'll be okay. Life goes on. I love you all and know I'm cherished by all of you.' THE STAR/ASIA NEWS NETWORK
South China Morning Post
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- South China Morning Post
Hong Kong actor Will Or diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer, drops out of play
Hong Kong actor Will Or Wai-lam has been diagnosed with stage four lung cancer, forcing him to pull out of what was set to be his first stage production, the performer has said. Or wrote on his social media on Wednesday that he was diagnosed with lung adenocarcinoma in May, 'just when everything seemed to be going smoothly'. 'At 33, the prime of my life, I'm forced to rest,' he said. 'It would be a lie to say I'm not [emotional] and don't want to curse the heavens and the entire world.' Or is best known for his role in the 2021 film Drifting, which focuses on Hong Kong's homeless population. His performance in the film saw him nominated for best supporting actor at the 58th Golden Horse Awards and both best supporting actor and best new performer at the 40th Hong Kong Film Awards. He was set to be one of the four main leads of the theatre play Let Me Entertain You, which will be staged at the Hong Kong Academy of Performing Arts from August 8 to October 14.
New Paper
17-07-2025
- Entertainment
- New Paper
Chow Yun Fat returns to Star Awards after three decades
Hong Kong superstar Chow Yun Fat will be gracing the Star Awards 2025 ceremony on July 6 as an award presenter. Three decades ago, the veteran actor was a celebrity guest at the inaugural ceremony in 1994, where he presented awards to the winners of the Top 5 Most Popular Male Artistes. During the show, he noted that local actor Li Nanxing resembled him, and said: "Please don't come to Hong Kong, or else I will not be able to make movies any more." Chow, 70, has won three Hong Kong Film Awards for Best Actor and two Golden Horse Awards for Best Actor. He also received the prestigious Asian Film-maker of the Year accolade at the Busan International Film Festival in 2023, in recognition of his significant contributions to the advancement of the Asian film industry and culture. Joining the A-list line-up at Star Awards 2025 is another Hong Kong thespian, Sean Lau. The 61-year-old previously attended the 2000 edition, where he read out the winners of the Top 10 Most Popular Female Artistes. Veteran Hong Kong actor Sean Lau is also set to make an appearance at the Star Awards 2025. PHOTO: KK EMPIRE To celebrate its 30th anniversary, 2025's theme is Walking Through Time Together, and the live show will showcase a time capsule of local entertainment history. Star Awards did not take place in 2020 and 2008. The upcoming edition is set to be its most star-studded, with more than 200 celebrities expected to attend, including Zoe Tay, Li Nanxing, Fann Wong, Chen Liping, Huang Biren, Tay Ping Hui, Rebecca Lim, Jeanette Aw, Jesseca Liu, Yvonne Lim and Sharon Au. Local singer Kit Chan will take the stage to perform a medley of songs from memorable series over the years. Most recently, the 52-year-old helmed the Mandarin ballad Echoes Of Petals, the theme song of period drama Emerald Hill - The Little Nyonya Story (2025). Singaporean singer Kit Chan will be performing at the Star Awards. PHOTO: BANSHEE PRODUCTIONS In addition, Star Awards 2025 will see local actress Chantalle Ng making her hosting debut alongside seasoned compere Guo Liang, who will be hosting the event for the 16th time, more than anyone else to date. Ng, 30, is also up for Best Actress for her role as a para swimmer in the drama Hope Afloat (2024). She was previously nominated in the category in 2022 and 2024, but did not win. Star Awards 2025 will take place at The Theatre at Mediacorp and will air on Channel 8 and Channel U, mewatch and the Mediacorp Entertainment YouTube Channel from 7 to 10pm. There will also be a red carpet pre-show from 5 to 6.30pm, which will be presented by a fashion squad consisting of Mediacorp artistes Herman Keh and Denise Camillia Tan, together with Love 972 DJ Dennis Chew and Yes 933 DJ Hazelle Teo. The Backstage Live behind-the-scenes livestream takes place from 3.30 to 10pm, and a Post-Awards Party from 10 to 10.30pm. Both will air on mewatch and the Mediacorp Entertainment YouTube Channel.
Straits Times
01-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Straits Times
HK actor Chow Yun Fat returns to Star Awards stage as award presenter after three decades
Hong Kong actor Chow Yun Fat will be among the presenters at this year's Star Awards. PHOTO: KK EMPIRE HK actor Chow Yun Fat returns to Star Awards stage as award presenter after three decades SINGAPORE – Hong Kong superstar Chow Yun Fat will be gracing the Star Awards 2025 ceremony on July 6 as an award presenter. Three decades ago, the veteran actor was a celebrity guest at the inaugural ceremony in 1994, where he presented awards to the winners of the Top 5 Most Popular Male Artistes. During the show, he noted that local actor Li Nanxing resembled him, and said: 'Please don't come to Hong Kong, or else I will not be able to make movies any more.' Chow, 70, has won three Hong Kong Film Awards for Best Actor and two Golden Horse Awards for Best Actor. He also received the prestigious Asian Film-maker of the Year accolade at the Busan International Film Festival in 2023, in recognition of his significant contributions to the advancement of the Asian film industry and culture. Joining the A-list line-up at Star Awards 2025 is another Hong Kong thespian, Sean Lau. The 61-year-old previously attended the 2000 edition, where he read out the winners of the Top 10 Most Popular Female Artistes. Veteran Hong Kong actor Sean Lau is also set to make an appearance at the Star Awards 2025. PHOTO: KK EMPIRE To celebrate its 30th anniversary, 2025's theme is Walking Through Time Together, and the live show will showcase a time capsule of local entertainment history. Star Awards did not take place in 2020 and 2008. The upcoming edition is set to be its most star-studded, with more than 200 celebrities expected to attend, including Zoe Tay, Li Nanxing, Fann Wong, Chen Liping, Huang Biren, Tay Ping Hui, Rebecca Lim, Jeanette Aw, Jesseca Liu, Yvonne Lim and Sharon Au. Local singer Kit Chan will take the stage to perform a medley of songs from memorable series over the years. Most recently, the 52-year-old helmed the Mandarin ballad Echoes Of Petals, the theme song of period drama Emerald Hill – The Little Nyonya Story (2025). Singaporean singer Kit Chan will be performing at the Star Awards. PHOTO: BANSHEE PRODUCTIONS In addition, Star Awards 2025 will see local actress Chantalle Ng making her hosting debut alongside seasoned compere Guo Liang, who will be hosting the event for the 16th time, more than anyone else to date. Ng, 30, is also up for Best Actress for her role as a para swimmer in the drama Hope Afloat (2024). She was previously nominated in the category in 2022 and 2024, but did not win. Star Awards 2025 will take place at The Theatre at Mediacorp and will air on Channel 8 and Channel U, mewatch and the Mediacorp Entertainment YouTube Channel from 7 to 10pm. There will also be a red carpet pre-show from 5 to 6.30pm, which will be presented by a fashion squad consisting of Mediacorp artistes Herman Keh and Denise Camillia Tan, together with Love 972 DJ Dennis Chew and Yes 933 DJ Hazelle Teo. The Backstage Live behind-the-scenes livestream takes place from 3.30 to 10pm, and a Post-Awards Party from 10 to 10.30pm. Both will air on mewatch and the Mediacorp Entertainment YouTube Channel. Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.
CNA
30-06-2025
- Entertainment
- CNA
Hong Kong star Chow Yun Fat to headline Star Awards 2025
Hong Kong screen legend Chow Yun Fat will be headlining this year's Star Awards on Jul 6 as an award presenter for the annual event's 30th anniversary. This will mark three decades since his first appearance at its inaugural ceremony in 1994. Chow has headlined over 100 productions and helped define entire genres with global classics such as A Better Tomorrow (1986) and Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon (2000). His iconic performances are accompanied by top honours, including two Golden Horse Awards, three Hong Kong Film Awards for Best Actor and the Asian Filmmaker of the Year accolade at the 28th Busan International Film Festival, awarded in recognition of his 'significant contributions to the advancement of the Asian film industry and culture'. Chow, 70, who is married to Singaporean Jasmine Tan, 65, recently starred in titles such as Project Gutenberg (2018) and One More Chance (2023).
