TAIPEI (TVBS News) — The 60th Golden Bell Awards (金鐘獎), Taiwan's premier television honors, recognized veteran actor Chen Shu-fang (陳淑芳) and acclaimed TV set designer Yeh Hui-lung (葉輝龍) with the Special Contribution Award (特別貢獻獎) Monday (Sept. 15). Both entertainment industry stalwarts, now 80 years old, continue their remarkable careers while mentoring emerging talent. The prestigious recognition highlights their enduring dedication to Taiwan's television and film industry across six decades of artistic excellence.
Chen, whose illustrious 60-year career encompasses every facet of Taiwan's entertainment landscape, expressed profound gratitude upon receiving the honor. She declared that dedicating her life to acting, her greatest passion, represents her ultimate happiness. Her versatile artistry spans film, television dramas, traditional Taiwanese opera, and stage productions, evolving from early Taiwanese Hokkien cinema to internationally acclaimed motion pictures that have garnered global recognition.
Hsiu-shen Liang (梁修身), chairman of the Special Awards Jury, lauded both recipients for their unwavering dedication to Taiwan's creative industries. He emphasized that despite reaching 80 years old, Chen and Yeh maintain passionate commitments to their craft and nurturing emerging artists. Chen has championed Taiwanese cultural preservation through active participation in student films and independent projects, frequently accepting half her standard compensation to support young directors and retain local talent within Taiwan's entertainment ecosystem.
The Golden Bell Awards, marking its diamond 60th anniversary, celebrates the essential contributions of all television industry professionals, from on-screen performers to behind-the-scenes artisans. Yeh's exceptional craftsmanship distinguishes itself through his steadfast commitment to traditional handmade techniques amid today's digital production landscape. He generously mentors younger colleagues, ensuring the preservation and transmission of time-honored artistic methods to future generations of Taiwan's television production community. ◼
