#SHOWBIZ: Jacquelin Ch'ng defends herself over sharing mum's funeral video
HONG KONG: Malaysian actress Jacquelin Ch’ng broke down in tears as she spoke about her late mother, Datin Kong Yuk Chu, during her first public appearance since her passing.
HONG KONG - Malaysian actress Jacquelin Chng shed tears during her first public appearance since her mother Datin Kong Yuk Chu's passing in late August. On September 3, Chng shared a video on social media showcasing moments from her mother's funeral with a heartfelt tribute. However, the post sparked criticism from online observers who claimed she pre-recorded the proceedings to gain attention.
Chng addressed the backlash on September 5, explaining that she was unbothered by the negative comments and simply aimed to capture the appearance of the venue. She emphasized that many relatives and friends sent flowers, and the decorations held significance for her late mother. Chng denied allegations of staging the footage, stating she filmed the moments using her phone.
She also noted differences in funeral customs between Malaysia and Hong Kong, mentioning that wakes in Malaysia typically last two days before the funeral on the third day. Reflecting on her mother's final wishes, Chng expressed that the most important thing now is for her siblings and herself to continue caring for one another.
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