It has been reported that retired Hong Kong film actress, Joey Wong Cho Yin shaved her head and became a nun at a Canadian Buddhist temple in June 2009. Joey soared to immense popularity in Hong Kong and Taiwan after starring in "A Chinese Ghost Story"《倩女幽魂》opposite Leslie Cheung Kwok Wing. Allegedly, Joey’s action may have been triggered by her ex-boyfriend, Chyi Chi’s earlier wedding news. When the press contacted Chyi Chin last night, he was incredulous. He immediately reached out to Joey’s family. "I knew of Joey’s strong belief in Buddhism, but not to the extent that she will become a nun. The only person who has been in close contact with Joey would be her mother. I called her uncle in Anhui, who contacted Joey’s mother. Even Joey’s mother is uncertain whether Joey in fact chose a a Buddhist path.” Chyi Chin spoke about his break-up with Joey. "At that time, Joey did not want to move to Taipei. She preferred a quieter location and took the initiative to leave. Since we have known each other for so long, we are good friends. Although I am very concerned about her, we have not been in touch for several years. Perhaps, her career in Canada did not produce ideal results or she was hurt from another relationship. I do not believe that our break-up had a direct impact on her decision to become a nun.” When Chyi Chi learned that Joey became deeply religious earlier in the year, he tried to visit her in Canada. "Last month when I was in Canada, I called her and left a message for her. But she did not return the call.” Returning to Taiwan in June, Chyi Chi discovered that Joey’s grandfather died. Chyi Chi tried to find the whereabouts of Joey. “She has not been in touch with her family for a very long time." Cha Siu Yan Confirmed the News Radio personality, Cha Siu Yan validated the news that Joey Wong became a Buddhist nun. "I was not in direct contact with Joey. However, one of my mentors, who has a very close relationship with Joey, told me about the matter. Thus the news should be true." Cha Siu Yan also said that Joey’s predicament was directly linked to Peter Lam, Media Asia’s boss. “When Joey was involved with Peter Lam, he was not divorced. Thus, she became a third party, which had a substantial impact on [her image] and her career.” Due to her relationship with Peter Lam, Joey could no longer remain in Hong Kong, thus forcing her to eventually settle down in Canada. Source: Jayne Stars
^ http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZnCcKf6nihE She's in Jackie Chan's City Hunter (couldn't find canto version and cbb LOL) Dang, she's one of the hottest female actress ever dang...
I think she should be congratulated if she feels at peace with her decision. None of us know how or why she came to this decision, but she certainly isn't the first actor/actress to become a Buddhist monk/nun. As long as it makes her happy.
wasn't she known has a hot sex symbol back then....she was pretty. but whoa shes a nun now...good luck to her.
She was one of the sex symbol back then .. indeed pretty. Everyone thought she would be with Leslie Cheung then; then there were rumours that she married a Taiwanese guy and live happily over in Taiwan .. Wow, I am shocked she's a nun now. Not sure to pity her or congratulate her .. after all, religious path is not an easy one especially for her age and fame.
LOL I think it's funny how everyone including in the article is talking about it like it was a drug addiction or something. :laugh: And yeah she was so hot with Brigitte Lin Ching Hsia in "East is Red".
This is shocking but what else should she do. Even her family dont know what she is thinking maybe this is the best for her.
It is shocking news to everyone but we need to leave her alone and give her peace. I wish her the very best in life.
Damn haven't heard anything about her in so long and now whoa. She used to be one of my all time favourites as well
Love her shows before. Might be that is the best way for her. Hope she finds inner happiness forever.
