People's Artist Quoc Khanh officially speaks out about rumors of having lung cancer.
The veteran male artist refuted misinformation about his health circulating on social media, and also shared about his simple single life at the age of 62.
Recently, the online community was abuzz with news that People's Artist Quoc Khanh, who is closely associated with the powerful image of "Jade Emperor" in the Tet Comedy Show (Tao Quan), is undergoing treatment for lung cancer that has metastasized to the bones. This information emerged at the same time that the production team confirmed that the "Meeting at the End of the Year - Tao Quan" program would officially cease production after 22 years, causing many viewers to worry.
People's Artist Quoc Khanh refutes false rumors.
Following negative rumors about his health, People's Artist Quoc Khanh quickly spoke out to deny them. Speaking to the press, the artist affirmed: "I'm perfectly fine, there's nothing like the rumors." He said he remained quite calm in the face of misinformation because he has actually been subjected to malicious rumors about his private life on social media groups many times before.
People's Artist Quoc Khanh, born in 1962, is a veteran figure in the Northern Vietnamese theater and film industry. For over two decades, he has been the "soul" of the Tet Comedy Show (Tao Quan) with his calm and sharp portrayal of the Jade Emperor. In the 2024 Tet Comedy Show, despite significant changes in the cast, Quoc Khanh is the only artist from the original lineup retained, affirming his irreplaceable position in the hearts of the public.
A long and enduring artistic career spanning over 40 years.
Besides his iconic role as "Ngọc Hoàng" (Jade Emperor), People's Artist Quốc Khánh has a remarkable artistic career spanning over 40 years. He has left a deep impression through numerous comedic skits in "Gặp nhau cuối tuần" (Meeting at the Weekend) and notable films and television series such as...Ha Dong silk blouse,Who will be the first visitor to my house this Tet holiday?,Punish.
After officially retiring from the Vietnam National Drama Theatre in 2022, he still maintains his passion for acting. Unlike many of his colleagues who have shifted to directing or teaching, Quoc Khanh focuses solely on acting. He believes that being an actor allows for greater mental relaxation because he doesn't have to worry about complex aspects like scriptwriting, lighting, or stage design.
A simple life in a 10m2 room.
In contrast to his majestic stage persona, People's Artist Quoc Khanh is very private and simple in his everyday life. At over 60 years old, he still chooses to live a single life. The artist once shared that freedom is his top priority and he doesn't want the responsibilities of marriage to affect his personal lifestyle.
Currently, he lives in the old house left to him by his parents in Hanoi. Notably, the artist's private space is only about 10 square meters, so cramped that all his belongings, such as the bed and wardrobe, have to be designed to be as slim as possible to save space. Despite this, Quoc Khanh is still satisfied with his current life and believes that the size of his home is not as important as his spiritual happiness.
The confirmation of People's Artist Quoc Khanh's stable health has reassured his fans. Although the Tet Comedy Show will no longer air during the 2026 Lunar New Year, viewers still hope to see the male artist appear in new artistic projects with his distinctive acting style.
