TAIPEI (TVBS News) — Three months after the sudden death of beloved Taiwanese actress and singer Barbie Hsu (徐熙媛) from pneumonia complications while in Japan, her family's grief remains palpable in the public eye. Hsu's mother, Huang Chun-mei (黃春梅), offered a rare glimpse into their private mourning Tuesday (May 11) when she posted a family gathering photo that sparked immediate concern among fans about the visibly diminished appearance of Hsu's husband, Korean musician Koo Jun-yup (具俊曄).
In her poignant social media message, Huang acknowledged the emotional weight of celebrating Mother's Day without her daughter, confirming that Koo's dramatic physical transformation stemmed from profound grief. She thanked her other son-in-law, Mike, and his children for their unwavering support during this difficult period. Perhaps most moving was the revelation that Barbie's sister, television personality Dee Hsu (徐熙娣), had commissioned an artificial intelligence recreation of Barbie delivering a heartfelt message of love and reassurance to her mother.
The emotionally charged AI tribute culminated in a scene showing the family's raw reaction as they watched together at their dinner table, with mother and daughter locked in a tearful embrace. In her post, Huang expressed deep appreciation to the entertainment community and friends for their continued support, pledging resilience in her journey through grief. Meanwhile, Dee has initiated what she calls a "memorial relay project" specifically designed to bolster her mother's spirits — a testament to the family's extraordinary closeness even in their darkest hours. ★
