Veteran Hong Kong actor and martial artist Bruce Leung Siu-Lung, famed for ‘Kung Fu Hustle’, has died at 77, with a private funeral scheduled in Shenzhen
HONG KONG: Veteran martial arts actor Bruce Leung Siu-Lung has passed away at the age of 77.
A close friend confirmed the news to the press on Sunday, stating Leung died on January 14.
His family is handling funeral arrangements privately, with a service scheduled for January 26 in Longgang, Shenzhen.
Renowned filmmaker Tin Kai-man said he was only just informed of the news upon returning to Hong Kong.
“I have yet to contact Leung’s family,” Tin told Sing Tao Daily, the sister publication of Hong Kong’s The Standard.
Acknowledging the family’s wish for privacy, Tin declined to comment further and said he awaited official information.
He added that Leung had been in good health when they last met after a previous collaboration.
When asked about attending the Shenzhen funeral, Tin replied that it would depend on his schedule.
The sudden news shocked fans, as a photo from a social gathering was shared just one day before his passing.
The circulating picture, taken in Luohu, shows Leung smiling and giving a thumbs-up to the camera while sharing a hotpot with friends.
He appeared in good spirits and was seen presenting a friend with his personally signed “True Kung Fu” calligraphy.
Known in the 1970s as one of Hong Kong’s “Four Dragons” alongside Bruce Lee, Jackie Chan, and Ti Lung, Leung had a multi-faceted career.
He worked as an actor, stuntman, action choreographer, and director.
Leung rose to fame for his iconic portrayal of “Chen Zhen” in the classic TV series The Legendary Fok, renowned for his authentic kung fu skills.
After a period away from the industry focusing on business, he made a celebrated comeback as the villain “The Beast” in Stephen Chow’s Kung Fu Hustle.
