Grab your tissues, Hong Kong, because today delivered a moment of pure heart straight from one of the city’s most beloved stars! On February 27, 2025, veteran actor Liu Wai Hung stepped back into the spotlight during a live TVB broadcast, sharing a raw, inspiring update on his recovery from a stroke that shook the entertainment world last year. At 67, the comedy legend turned a routine talk show into a tear-jerking testament to resilience, proving that his spirit—and his fanbase—is stronger than ever.
The scene unfolded this afternoon on TVB’s Afternoon Chat, a breezy program that took a deeply moving turn when Liu walked out to a standing ovation. Dressed in a crisp blazer and leaning lightly on a cane, he waved to the cheering studio audience, his familiar grin lighting up the room. “I’m still here, still fighting,” he said, his voice steady but thick with emotion, as hosts Nancy Wu and Ruco Chan flanked him with warm smiles. What followed was a 20-minute tell-all that had viewers at home reaching for their phones—and their hankies.
Liu, a fixture in Hong Kong entertainment since the ‘70s with hits like The Private Eyes alongside Michael Hui, didn’t shy away from the tough stuff. He recounted the stroke that hit in mid-2024, sidelining him from acting and leaving him with limited mobility on his right side. “One day I was joking on set, the next I couldn’t move,” he shared, pausing as the crowd hushed. “It was terrifying—but the love from fans, from this city, pulled me through.” Cue the waterworks as he thanked supporters who’d flooded him with letters, flowers, and prayers.
The actor’s recovery hasn’t been easy—months of physiotherapy, speech coaching, and what he called “stubborn hope” got him to this point. “I told myself, ‘You’ve made people laugh for 40 years—don’t stop now,’” he chuckled, earning a roar of applause. He even flexed his left hand on air, a small victory that felt colossal, and cracked a classic Liu-ism: “I’m slower now, but my jokes are still fast!” The studio erupted, a reminder of why his goofy charm’s been a Hong Kong treasure for decades.
TVB didn’t miss a beat amplifying the moment. Clips of Liu’s old comedies rolled—think slapstick chases and that iconic bucktooth grin—juxtaposed with footage of his rehab milestones. “He’s family to us,” said host Nancy Wu, visibly moved. “Seeing him here, smiling—it’s everything.” Off-screen, producers say the segment’s already the week’s most-watched, with viewers calling it “the comeback we all needed.”
The outpouring didn’t stop at the studio doors. Entertainment circles lit up today with tributes from peers—Michael Hui sent a video message calling Liu “my brother and my hero,” while younger stars like Kenneth Ma praised his grit. Fans, too, turned it into a citywide love fest, with messages like “Liu Sir, you’re our legend!” trending online. One teary-eyed supporter outside TVB City clutched a vintage Lucky Stars poster: “He’s been my joy since I was a kid—today, he’s my inspiration.”
What’s next for Liu? He’s taking it slow, hinting at a possible return to comedy—“maybe a cameo, something light”—but for now, he’s basking in this milestone. “Hong Kong’s my home, and you’ve all carried me,” he signed off, blowing a kiss to the camera. As the credits rolled, one thing was clear: Liu Wai Hung’s not just back—he’s reminding us all what strength, laughter, and a little heart can do. Here’s to the king of comeback!