HK veteran actor Patrick Tse’s final farewell was reportedly attended by only 3 people
Hong Kong screen legend Patrick Tse was laid to rest in a private funeral attended by only three family members, honoring his final wishes for a low-key service. The actor, who passed away at 89, left the majority of his estate to his two grandsons.
Why it matters
The death of a major cultural figure often draws significant public interest, and the private nature of the funeral highlights the contrast between his public persona and personal life.
Actor Patrick Tse, a Hong Kong screen legend, died of pneumonia on July 16
Listen Patrick Tse, the Hong Kong screen legend who died of pneumonia on July 16 at the age of 89, was cremated on the morning of July 21.
His family announced his death on July 20 and honoured his wish for a low-key funeral by holding the service under his birth name, Tse Ka Yuk.
In keeping with his final wishes, only three people attended the funeral – his son, Nicholas Tse, his daughter, Jennifer Tse, and his ex-wife, Deborah Lee.
Lee, the mother of Nicholas and Jennifer, divorced Patrick Tse in 1995.
However, the former couple remained close friends, with many saying their bond grew even stronger after their marriage ended.
Following Tse’s death, Lee was seen with red, swollen eyes, visibly overcome with grief.
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