Taiwanese Actress Barbie Hsu Dies of Flu-Related Pneumonia at 48

The 'Meteor Garden' star passed away while on a family trip to Japan during the Lunar New Year holiday.

Barbie Hsu, widely known as 'Big S,' rose to fame in the 2001 hit drama 'Meteor Garden,' which became a cultural phenomenon across Asia.
The actress died from pneumonia caused by influenza, with her family confirming she fell ill during a vacation in Japan.
Hsu's career spanned music, acting, and television hosting, beginning as part of the pop duo S.O.S. with her sister Dee Hsu.
She is survived by her husband, South Korean musician Koo Jun-yup, and two children from her previous marriage to Chinese entrepreneur Wang Xiaofei.
Hsu was also an advocate for animal rights, collaborating with organizations like PETA and urging brands to stop selling fur.