'Huge torch bearer' Godfrey Gao dies on the set of Chinese reality TV show

The famed star who is credited with breaking down industry barriers died while shooting a competitive sports show in China.

Godfrey Gao attends Massimo Dutti 2018 Autumn/Winter series in Shanghai.

Godfrey Gao attends Massimo Dutti 2018 Autumn/Winter series in Shanghai. Source: ICHPL Imaginechina

The entertainment world is mourning the death of Taiwanese-Canadian actor and model Godfrey Gao.

The 35-year-old collapsed on the set of Chase Me, a sports challenge show broadcast by China’s Zhejiang Television.


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By Antoinette Radford
Presented by Yang J. Joo
Source: SBS News

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