People's Artist Minh Hang: Overcoming the pain of losing loved ones and finding peace at age 65.
Having fallen into despair after consecutively losing her husband and father within 23 days, actress Minh Hang, known for her role in "Apple Queen," is now choosing an optimistic lifestyle and proactively preparing for her own funeral.
People's Artist Minh Hang is a veteran figure in Vietnamese theater and television, best known for her portrayal of "Tao Ba" (the Kitchen God) in the "Meeting at the End of the Year" program. However, behind the smiles on stage, the female artist has had to endure extremely cruel life events, losing her dearest loved ones in a short period of time.
The pain of losing both husband and father within 23 days.
The biggest tragedy struck People's Artist Minh Hang when she had to face the deaths of the two most important men in her life. In less than a month, specifically 23 days, the actress successively bid farewell to her husband, Dr. Nguyen Huy Tue, and her father, a Colonel in the army. This series of losses caused her to fall into a state of severe mental breakdown, seemingly beyond her ability to overcome.
At that time, the image of a small, emaciated woman consumed by grief deeply saddened her colleagues and audience. The artist shared that those were the darkest days of her life, forcing her to seek solace in tranquility and Buddhism to soothe her soul.
A mindset for facing death and proactively preparing for one's funeral.
At 65, having gone through ups and downs and understood the cycle of "birth, aging, sickness, and death," People's Artist Minh Hang has regained her balance. Instead of fearing death, she chooses to face it proactively and calmly. The female artist openly revealed that she has personally prepared for her own funeral arrangements.
Notably, she had already purchased gemstones and prepared the necessary procedures to ensure her passing would be peaceful, without causing pressure or burden to those left behind. This is a modern perspective on life, demonstrating the independence and respect for nature of a woman who has weathered many storms.
The indelible artistic legacy of 'Grandma Apple'
Besides her inspiring personal story, People's Artist Minh Hang remains an icon of theatrical art. She has left a strong impression through her diverse roles, from hardworking and suffering characters to sharp and feisty ones. In particular, her role as "Tao Ba" (the Kitchen God) is an unforgettable part of the memories of millions of viewers every Lunar New Year.
Currently, the artist enjoys a single life, but not a lonely one. She dedicates her time to painting, maintaining her living space, and occasionally participating in suitable film projects. Her optimism and proactive spirit have become an inspiration to many in facing loss and old age.
