#SHOWBIZ: '7 years left': Multiple cancer survivor Law Kar Ying, 79, reflects on mortality
HONG KONG: Veteran singer and actor Law Kar Ying has opened up about his view on mortality, reflecting on a life shaped by multiple battles with cancer.
Veteran Hong Kong singer and actor Law Kar Ying, 79, has shared his reflections on mortality after surviving multiple bouts of cancer. As he prepares to turn 80 on September 22, the artiste admitted he never expected to reach this milestone, given his family's history of short lifespans. Law's father died at 66, while several of his uncles passed away at a young age.
Reflecting on his fourth cancer diagnosis, he expressed optimism and dedication to making the most of his remaining years, estimating he has seven or eight years left. Unlike his wife, actress Liza Wang, who plans to retire in three years, Law has no such intention and aims to continue working for another five years before retiring.
He is committed to delivering high-quality performances and preserving traditional Cantonese opera. Despite his recent health struggles, including liver cancer in 2004, a recurrent liver tumour in 2014, and prostate cancer in 2019, Law remains optimistic, hoping he may be the first to pass away.
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