After the tragic loss of his wife, Barbie Hsu, Koo Jun Yup has decided to take a break from his professional commitments. Despite this, he is receiving strong support from the advertising industry.
Taiwanese media reported that Koo Jun Yup has postponed all his upcoming events following the sudden passing of Barbie Hsu. His flash mob event scheduled for February and the opening of a beauty clinic in March have been delayed indefinitely, with no confirmed date for his comeback.
Even though he has stepped back from his public appearances, a Taiwanese beauty clinic, where he was supposed to make an appearance, has pledged to stand by him. The clinic's director, Zhu Qingxuan, stated that they will patiently wait for Koo Jun Yup's return and provide him with unwavering support, without any contractual concerns or financial burdens.
Koo Jun Yup attended Barbie Hsu's funeral at Jinbaoshan Rose Park in Taiwan on the 15th, joined by her mourning family. Reports from the media captured his visibly distressed appearance, showing significant weight loss and severe eye swelling. Local sources mentioned his struggles with eating and constant tears, which have taken a toll on his health.
In a separate development, Barbie Hsu's mother, Huang Chunmei, publicly criticized her late daughter's former husband, Wang Xiaofei. She posted a cryptic message on social media, implying the hardships her daughter endured during her marriage with Wang Xiaofei.
This message was perceived by local media as a reference to the challenges Barbie Hsu faced in her relationship with Wang Xiaofei. Sympathetic netizens expressed their condolences to the grieving family, acknowledging the pain Barbie Hsu may have undergone during her marriage.