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New Straits Times
6 days ago
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- New Straits Times
#SHOWBIZ: HK star Law Kar-ying has 'planned for life after death'
HONG KONG: Singer-actor Law Kar-ying sparked concern among fans earlier in May after revealing he had been diagnosed with cancer for the fourth time. At the time, the 78-year-old said he had chosen to forgo chemotherapy and radiotherapy, estimating he might have about eight years left to live. In a recent web programme interview, Law candidly revealed that he has already made arrangements for after his death. The 'From Beijing With Love' (1994) star shared that he has bought a property and taken out two insurance policies for his wife, actress Liza Wang. "I've been doing a lot of things recently. I bought two insurance policies in Liza's name and even purchased the 12th floor above our rehearsal venue. I told her if anything happened to me, that floor would be hers," he said. Describing himself as a "traditional" person, Law stated he prefers a burial and had bought two plots more than a decade ago. The opera singer also shared that he occasionally discusses life and death with Wang, 77, whom he married in 2009. "I predict that I'll go before her. She's in good health," he said. "Ideally, I'd like to go later than her, so I can take care of her until she feels at ease." Despite his cancer diagnosis, Law is determined to make the most of his remaining years and live freely without regrets. "I do feel a little regretful. There are pros and cons," he added. "Without children, you have fewer worries. The only downside is that no one will inherit my lifelong skills in Cantonese opera."
The Star
7 days ago
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- The Star
HK star Law Kar-ying says he has planned for life after death, bought a property for wife Liza Wang: 'I predict that I'll go before her'
Hong Kong singer-actor Law Kar-ying sparked concern among fans earlier in May after disclosing that he had been diagnosed with cancer for the fourth time. At the time, the 78-year-old said he had opted to forgo chemotherapy and radiotherapy, estimating he might have about eight years left to live. In a recent interview on a web programme, Law candidly revealed that he has already made arrangements for life after his passing. The From Beijing With Love (1994) star shared that he had specially purchased a property and took out two insurance policies for his wife, actress Liza Wang. 'I've been doing many things recently. I bought two insurance policies in Liza's name, and even purchased the 12th floor above our rehearsal venue. I told her if anything happened to me, that floor would be hers,' he said. Describing himself as a 'traditional' person, Law said he prefers a burial and had bought two plots more than a decade ago. The opera singer also shared that he would occasionally discuss life and death with Wang, 77, whom he married in 2009. 'I predict that I'll go before her. She's in good health. Ideally, I'd like to go later than her, so I can take care of her until she feels at ease,' he added. Despite his cancer diagnosis, Law is determined to make the most of his remaining years and live freely without regrets. When asked if he regretted not having any children, he admitted having mixed feelings. 'I do feel a little regretful … There are pros and cons. Without children, you have fewer worries. The only downside is that no one will inherit my lifelong skills in Cantonese opera,' he said.
The Star
30-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Star
Law Kar-ying, 78, battles cancer for 4th time: 'Another 8 or 9 years to live'
Hong Kong opera singer Law Kar-ying says he's unafraid of death and has chosen to forgo both chemotherapy and radiotherapy. Photo: Liza Wang/Facebook Hong Kong singer and actor Law Kar-ying has been leading an active lifestyle in recent years. He toured with his wife – Hong Kong diva Liza Wang – in 2024, participated in a celebrity football match earlier in February and most recently collaborated with Athena Chu on a stage play in mainland China. Despite his seemingly robust lifestyle, Law, 78, revealed in a recent interview with Chinese media that he has been diagnosed with cancer for the fourth time. Although doctors estimate he may have around eight years to live, the From Beijing With Love (1994) star said he's unafraid and has chosen to forgo chemotherapy and radiotherapy. 'I have another eight or nine years to live. 90 years old is already a long life. What's the point of living longer? I'm not afraid at all. 'I won't undergo chemotherapy or radiotherapy. I want to be comfortable as I bid my friends goodbye,' he added. When asked how he deals with the diagnosis, Law responded: "You come (into this world) empty-handed and you'll leave empty-handed. I have no worries. That's life." His positive attitude and outlook on life have impressed netizens, with many praising him for appreciating and making the most of the present moment. For the record, Law was diagnosed with stage three liver cancer in 2004 and had to undergo liver removal surgery to save his life. With the support of Wang, 77, the actor remained optimistic and ultimately overcame the disease. The couple later married in the United States in 2009. In 2014, a routine medical checkup revealed a 2cm tumour in Law's liver. He was also diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2019.
