CoCo Lee, famous for ‘Mulan’ and ‘Crouching Tiger’, passes away at 48.

Remembering CoCo Lee: A Talented Star Gone Too Soon

CoCo Lee, a Hong Kong-born singer and actress, passed away on Wednesday at the age of 48, leaving behind a legacy that will forever be cherished.

In an emotional Instagram post, Lee’s sisters, Carol and Nancy, revealed that CoCo had been battling depression for several years, but her condition had worsened significantly in recent months.

Tragically, on Sunday, Lee made the heartbreaking decision to end her own life. She was immediately rushed to the hospital, where doctors fought tirelessly to save her. However, after three days in a coma, CoCo Lee succumbed to her pain.

“2023 marks the 30th anniversary of CoCo’s singing career, in the past 29 years, she’s won countless international acclaims with top selling songs and has left audience w[ith] an astounding impression of her excellent live performances,” the sisters said. “CoCo is also known to have worked tirelessly to open up a new world for Chinese singers in the international music scene, and she went all out to shine for the Chinese.”

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“We are proud of her! As a family of CoCo, we are very grateful and honored to have such an excellent and outstanding sister,” they said. “We are thankful to God for giving us such a kind angel. We know now she has gone to a happier place and no longer suffers from depression; we trust God has her best interest looked after!”

CoCo Lee was a shining star in the international music scene, renowned for her mesmerizing voice and captivating performances. Her Oscar-nominated song “A Love Before Time” from the movie “Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon” touched the hearts of millions. Additionally, she lent her voice to the lead character in Disney’s “Mulan” when it was released in China, further solidifying her status as a beloved icon.

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