Controversy Erupts on Social Media as Family of Barbie Hsu Gathers with Cake After Her Passing a Week Ago

Controversy Surrounds Barbie Hsu’s Family Gathering After Her Passing

On February 9, 2023, the Chinese media outlet 163 reported that the family and close friends of Barbie Hsu attracted significant social media attention following the emergence of photographs depicting them at the late actress’s residence. The gathering, which took place on the evening of February 8, included Barbie Hsu’s mother, Huang Chunmei, her sister Dee Hsu, TV host Aya, actress Makiyo, and other acquaintances, who brought a cake to the Taipei apartment where Hsu’s ashes are kept.

The group spent several hours in Hsu’s home before departing separately. According to reports from China Times, nearly all attendees continued their evening at a TV host’s residence, leaving the gathering late into the night. However, the images of the family and friends with the cake incited vigorous debate on social media platforms in China, as many netizens deemed the celebration inappropriate given that only a week had passed since Hsu’s death.

Critics questioned the timing of Barbie Hsu’s family's gathering. — Critics questioned the timing of Barbie Hsu’s family’s gathering.

In light of the backlash, media representatives sought clarification from Barbie Hsu’s family and friends. A spokesperson emphasized that the gathering was not meant as a celebration but rather to commemorate what would have been the couple’s third wedding anniversary with DJ Koo Jun-yup, providing a means to honor her legacy. Furthermore, the family aimed to offer solace to Koo during his time of loss.

Gathering meant to honor wedding anniversary and support Koo Jun-yup. — The gathering served to honor the wedding anniversary and support Koo Jun-yup.

February 8 marked the third anniversary of Barbie Hsu and Koo Jun-yup’s marriage, coinciding exactly with the one-week anniversary of her passing. In a heartfelt social media message, Koo expressed, “I will love you forever, ” accompanied by a poignant piano piece, resonating deeply with many of Hsu’s fans.

Koo Jun-yup expresses his love for Barbie Hsu. — “I will love you forever”

Barbie Hsu’s family has disclosed that she passed away in Japan due to complications arising from influenza and pneumonia. After her cremation on February 3, her ashes were transported back to Taiwan on February 5. Currently, her remains are preserved at her home until a planned eco-friendly burial, which will involve interring them in biodegradable material beneath an old tree in a designated memorial space.

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