Duong Trieu Vu speaks out about rumors of Hoai Linh's serious illness.
Following rumors about comedian Hoài Linh's health, singer Dương Triệu Vũ, the artist's younger brother, spoke out to clarify the situation.
News of comedian Hoài Linh's serious illness unexpectedly spread on social media, causing considerable concern among his fans. On the afternoon of June 17th, Dương Triệu Vũ posted a series of photos taken with Hoài Linh and family at the airport, simultaneously clarifying the information.
"These past few days, while performing in America, every audience member I met asked, 'Hey, I saw on YouTube that Hoai Linh is very sick, is that true?' I was completely taken aback."
To be honest, Hoai Linh is still perfectly healthy, eating well, sleeping soundly, and laughing heartily every day."I'm a little tanned because I was filming outdoors, exposed to sun, wind, rain, and dew, which made my face and hands look like... burnt rice crackers. But it's a healthy tan, not a diseased tan,"Duong Trieu Vu wrote.
Hoài Linh's younger brother hopes that social media platforms will stop spreading false information that causes public panic. He also expressed his gratitude to the audience for their sincere concern and inquiries about Hoài Linh.
Previously, a video clip capturing the farewell moment between the two brothers at the airport caused a stir on social media. Some people commented that Hoai Linh looked thinner and more gaunt than before, expressing concern about the artist's health.
In fact, the veteran comedian is actively working. Hoai Linh has just finished filming for a feature film.Get rich with ghosts 2- This is the sequel to the hit film of the same name, directed by Nhat Trung. Last year, the first part of the film grossed 128 billion VND and was among the highest-grossing Vietnamese films of 2024.
Having withdrawn from the arts for a long time due to health problems, Hoai Linh admitted to suffering from insomnia for 20 years, having to take medication daily, and undergoing chemotherapy twice due to metastatic thyroid cancer. However, the male artist still maintains an optimistic spirit, choosing to live happily and enjoy every moment of everyday life.
Responding to rumors that his time is over, Hoài Linh stated frankly:"Everyone has their time."He said that he now only accepts roles that suit his age, no longer chasing trends or pressure for revenue. Currently, Hoai Linh maintains a cheerful and relaxed spirit. In his free time, he takes care of his garden, birds, and ornamental fish.
