Remembering Cheng Pei-pei on the first Anniversary of her death
- By Lori Macatee
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It has been exactly one year since Cheng Pei-pei died in San Francisco on July 17, 2024 at the age of 77. As a number of online tributes attest, she was one of the most acclaimed actresses of her generation.
Today, fans of Cheng Pei-pei (Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon, ...) along with the rest of the film industry have been remembering the iconic woman she was.
Cheng, a cultural icon
Born in Shanghai on December 4, 1946, Cheng Pei-pei's career spanned an arc over many different eras and tastes in Chinese history. Cheng was not just a great actress, she was an icon, an all-around inspiration to everyone.
In 2000 she touched the hearts of millions as Jade Fox in ‘Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon’. Her legacy continues to grow as new generations of fans are discovering her unique heritage.
It's been one year since the tragic loss of Cheng Pei-pei and her personality still resonate strongly within us all. Although Cheng Pei-pei is no longer physically here, her presence is more powerful than ever. She left a void that has yet to be filled.
In memory of the Late Great Cheng Pei-pei.
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