Wai Ching Ho dies
Wai Ching Ho, the actress known for her role as Madame Gao in Marvel's 'Daredevil', has passed away at an undisclosed age. Colleagues and family have paid tribute to her long career and influence as a mentor in the industry.
Why it matters
The death of a respected character actor marks the loss of a significant figure in modern television and stage performance.
Hear this story " Daredevil " star Wai Ching Ho , who played Madame Gao in the Marvel Cinematic Universe , has died.
The Hong Kong-born actress' representative confirmed her death to USA TODAY on Sunday, July 12. Ho's family shared a statement that read: "Her family are deeply grateful for the incredible outpouring of love and support and the many beautiful messages and memories people have shared about our beloved Wai.
"Reading how much she meant to so many is comforting to us during this difficult time," the statement added.
Ho's debut as Madame Gao, cofounder of the ancient criminal organization the Hand, came in Season 1 of Netflix's "Daredevil," which was released in 2015. She returned for a one-episode arc in Season 2 and reprised her role in the first season of the Netflix series "Iron Fist" (2017) as well as "The Defenders."
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