HK Actress Lai Suk Yin, 47, Commits Suicide After Celebrating Christmas With Her Family
Her ex-husband, martial artist Ken Lo, told media that he had spoken to her two weeks ago and nothing had seemed amiss with her then.
Hong Kong actress Lai Suk Yin has died at 47.
She attempted suicide by burning charcoal in her Mongkok home on Dec 26. She was found unconscious by her son that afternoon.
Suk Yin was rushed to the hospital, but unfortunately did not pull through. Police are still investigating the cause for her suicide.
The news came as a shock to many as Suk Yin was seen happily celebrating Christmas with her family just the day before.
She shared Instagram stories of herself, her husband, and their two sons having a barbecue at the roof terrace of their home.
She also posted a photo of the spread they were having, and a selfie with her pet dog. None of the pictures pointed to signs that something was amiss.
Suk Yin was married to Hong Kong martial artist and stuntman Ken Lo from 1999 to 2006. They have two sons who are under Ken’s custody after the divorce.
In 2007, she tied the knot with plastic surgeon Hui Chi Ching. They have two sons together as well.
According to reports, Suk Yin remained close with her sons from her previous marriage, and they occasionally joined her and her new family on trips.
When interviewed by the media, Ken revealed that their younger son, who had been studying in England, had just returned for holidays two weeks ago.
Their older son is currently working in Hong Kong. They rushed to the hospital upon hearing the news of Suk Yin’s demise.
He also mentioned that he had spoken to Suk Yin on the phone two weeks before Christmas to discuss matters related to their kids.
He noted that her tone was calm, and did not sense anything out of the ordinary from that phone call.
If you or someone you know is having difficulties coping, here are some numbers to call:
Samaritans of Singapore: 1800-221-4444
Singapore Association for Mental Health: 1800-283-7019
CHAT @ *SCAPE: (+65) 6493 6500, (+65) 6493 6501
SAF Counselling Hotline: 1800-278-0022
Photos: Chinapress
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