Veteran Hong Kong actor Benz Hui has passed away at the age of 76 after suffering cancer-related organ failure.
Known affectionately as “Benz Gor” or the “King of Supporting Roles”, he was surrounded by his loved ones when he passed away peacefully on October 28.
According to Hong Kong media reports, his passing came just a day after reports surfaced that he had been critically ill, prompting several celebrities to rush to the hospital to see him.
Celebrities who visited him include Bosco Wong, Charmaine Sheh, Dayo Wong, Raymond Lam, Michael Miu and his wife Jaime Chik, as well as movie legend Chow Yun Fat.
He was one of Hong Kong’s most beloved and respected character actors.
Author summary: Benz Hui dies at 76 due cancer.