In the realm of Hong Kong showbiz, the name Ngô Thanh Liên emerged as one of the most iconic figures during the 1990s. Despite her exceptional performances and striking appearance, her career faced challenges, particularly after her portrayal of Tiểu Long Nữ in the 1998 adaptation of The Legend of the Condor Heroes, which left her facing harsh criticism. The actress was often labeled as “the wrong Tiểu Long Nữ” and “the most inferior actress” in the history of Chinese television. By 2007, she had announced her marriage and gradually withdrew from the entertainment industry, leading to a noticeable decline in media coverage surrounding her.
On February 20, according to account 163, images of Ngô Thanh Liên resurfaced after many years of being out of the spotlight. The user revealed that four years ago, while strolling in Shanghai, she encountered Ngô Thanh Liên and captured a candid shot of the actress. Recently, as the keywords “Tiểu Long Nữ” and “The Legend of the Condor Heroes” gained traction due to the news of Trần Nghiên Hy’s divorce, this account shared its memories of meeting Ngô Thanh Liên. In the photograph taken by a fan, Ngô Thanh Liên appeared with distinct aging features and gray hair that shocked many.
On social media, many users expressed their disbelief at the drastic changes in her appearance. Compared to contemporaries like Lưu Gia Linh or Chung Sở Hồng, Ngô Thanh Liên’s public image faded significantly after her departure from the industry. Fans lamented, “Time does not spare anyone; the once celestial beauty has aged.” The radiant, graceful, and exquisite aura that Ngô Thanh Liên once embodied has transformed, making her unrecognizable to many.
According to account 163, Ngô Thanh Liên is now happily living with her husband in the medical field in the U.S. Both registered their marriage in Las Vegas in 2007. At 41 years old, Ngô Thanh Liên welcomed her first child. The family has been living abroad for an extended period. In recent years, Ngô Thanh Liên has maintained a low profile, focusing on her new life in the United States.
Source: Sina, 163
