Taiwanese star Blackie Chen is recovering after suffering a heart attack that required emergency medical treatment and surgery. He has since been transferred from intensive care to a regular hospital ward on September 17. Meanwhile, his wife, singer Christine Fan, was able to travel to attend a music event in Macau on September 19 after his condition became more stable.
The 49-year-old Blackie made the news earlier this week after he experienced severe pressure and tightness in his chest along with difficulty breathing and back pain while at a basketball venue. He was rushed to the hospital where doctors inserted a stent to reopen a completely blocked artery. Chen reflected on his demanding work schedule, revealing that he had developed a long-standing habit of getting very little sleep. Since his founding of the P. LEAGUE+ (PLG), a men’s professional basketball league in Taiwan in 2020, he said he sometimes slept only three or four hours a night while handling league matters and getting up early to care for his children. His doctor told him that prolonged sleep deprivation may have been an important factor in his heart attack, which is why he urges others not to ignore fatigue.
Meanwhile, his wife, Christine Fan, has also been navigating the difficult period while supporting her husband. Many of her fans were waiting for her at the Macau airport when she arrived. Although she appeared tired, she remained warm to fans who also gave her letters and gifts. Blackie Chen also took to social media to express his appreciation for his wife’s constant care and support. He shared that their twin sons, known by their nicknames Feifei and Xiangxiang, had encouraged him through video calls. The health scare has prompted the family to take a closer look at Chen’s lifestyle and prioritize health over work. Christine Fan has said that she plans to keep a closer watch on her husband’s diet and daily routine.
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