On February 3rd, news of the sudden passing of famous actress From Hy Viên in Japan shocked social media. Soon after, her ex-husband, businessman Uông Tiểu Phi, expressed deep sorrow through his actions, but also faced criticism from the public.
Grief and Controversial Actions
When news of From Hy Viên’s death spread on social media, Uông Tiểu Phi quickly changed his personal account profile picture to black and booked a flight back to Taiwan. At the airport on February 3rd, the businessman bowed and pleaded with reporters to write positively about his late wife.
Uông Tiểu Phi faced backlash for expressing grief over From Hy Viên’s death (Photo: Sina).
He further shared images of himself with puffy eyes, wandering in the rain to express his loss. The next day, Uông Tiểu Phi commented under an old video of him and From Hy Viên together: “I miss you so much,” “The one who should have died was me.” These words quickly became the center of debate on Chinese social media.
Public Reaction
Uông Tiểu Phi’s actions sparked mixed reactions. Some netizens accused him of exploiting From Hy Viên’s death for attention, fearing that his constant displays of grief might hurt his current wife, Mandy. In response to the criticism, Mandy defended her husband in an interview with Taiwanese media: “We are truly exhausted. Both children have lost their mother, and all we can do now is take care of them well. If anyone feels offended, please direct your anger at me, not my husband or the kids.”
Mandy and Uông Tiểu Phi flew to Taiwan upon hearing the news of From Hy Viên’s passing (Photo: UDN).
Mandy emphasized that she and From Hy Viên had no conflicts. “For the sake of the children, we kept in touch. We all wish the best for them,” she said.
A Turbulent Marriage
From Hy Viên and Uông Tiểu Phi once had a 10-year marriage with two children. However, their family life was far from harmonious. After their divorce at the end of 2021, From Hy Viên won custody of the children and received alimony from her ex-husband. She had previously revealed unhappy years, even accusing Uông Tiểu Phi of infidelity and abuse during her pregnancy.
The sudden passing of From Hy Viên left many unresolved legal disputes between the two. Currently, Uông Tiểu Phi faces significant pressure in managing the inheritance and custody arrangements following his wife’s death.
From Hy Viên and Uông Tiểu Phi shared a 10-year marriage with two children (Photo: Sohu).
Conclusion
The passing of From Hy Viên has left profound grief for her family and sparked debates over Uông Tiểu Phi’s conduct. Nevertheless, it serves as a reminder of the importance of empathy and mutual respect during difficult times. Let’s share this article to spread messages of love and understanding within our community.
From Hy Viên’s sudden passing left many people heartbroken (Photo: Ettoday).
