Just weeks after her wedding, Malaysian-born Hong Kong actress Lisa Ch’ng (莊思明) mourns the passing of her mother, Datin Kong Yuk Chu (江玉珠). The star and her sister Jacquelin Ch’ng (庄思敏) announced the devastating news through their Instagram accounts on 25th August 2026 (Tuesday).
According to the obituary, Datin Kong Yuk Chu passed away earlier this August at age 78. The wake for the late businesswoman and former actress will be held at the Nirvana Centre Kuala Lumpur (Nirvana 2) from 30th August (Sunday), followed by a funeral service on 1st September 2026 (Tuesday). She will be laid to rest at the Nirvana Memorial Park in Semenyih.
Datin Kong Yuk Chu was the widow of the late property and real estate tycoon, Datuk Bill Ch’ng Chong Poh (庄宝), who passed away in March 2023. Together, the couple had four children, a son and three daughters, including Lisa and Jacquelin. Her son-in-law is Hong Kong actor Mat Yeung (楊明), who tied the knot with Lisa earlier this month.
Datin Kong Yuk Chu’s last public appearance was at Lisa and Mat’s wedding ceremony on 2nd August 2026 (Sunday) at the JW Marriott Hotel in Kuala Lumpur. Photos from the wedding showed the former Asia Television actress sitting in a wheelchair among family members, celebrating her daughter’s big day.
Following the announcement, Lisa shared an emotional tribute for her mother through her Instagram Story. The actress posted a black-and-white photo of her, Mat and Datin Kong Yuk Chu’s cheeks, along with the caption, “I miss you so much. I hope you are free from pain in heaven and can be reunited with Daddy! We all love you so, so much. Mum, you will always be missed.”
Jacquelin also paid tribute to her late mother, sharing a compilation of family photographs and videos. The video also included a short clip of Datin Kong Yuk Chu partaking in a tea ceremony with Jacquelin and her husband, Matthew Wong. Fellow celebrities and fans have since extended their condolences to Lisa, Jacquelin and the rest of their family.
We also extend our condolences to Datin Kong Yuk Chu’s family and loved ones. May they find solace during this difficult time, and may the late public figure rest in peace.
Sources: Instagram (1)(2), New Straits Times, The Standard
