Koo Jun-yup Appears at Late Barbie Hsu’s Family Gathering After 12kg Weight Loss, Mother-in-law Voices Concern

On May 12, Barbie Hsu‘s mother posted a heartfelt message alongside a family photo to her social media account. “This year’s Mother’s Day is a sad one. My son-in-law, Koo Jun-yup, misses Barbie dearly and is growing thinner day by day,” she wrote. “Mike, my other son-in-law, is always caring and attentive. I am grateful to have such devoted daughters.”

She continued, “My daughter Dee Hsu even created an AI video of Barbie after I mentioned I wanted to hear ‘congratulations.’ I deeply appreciate the celebrities and fans who remember Barbie and send their warm support to me.”

“I must stay strong. Though not immediately, I believe things will slowly get better,” she added.

In the photo released, Barbie’s mother is seen holding a bouquet surrounded by family for Mother’s Day, while Koo Jun-yup stares silently at the camera. His noticeably gaunt appearance speaks volumes about his grief, moving many viewers.

Barbie Hsu passed away from pneumonia during a family trip to Japan on February 2 and was cremated there before her remains were brought to Taiwan.

Koo Jun-yup mourned her loss publicly, and a farewell ceremony was held 42 days later on March 15 at Jinbaoshan Memorial Park, chosen as her final resting place to fulfill Koo’s wish for a dedicated place to visit her.

On April 4, Chinese media like Sohu reported that “Koo Jun-yup has lost about 12kg and cries every day.” It was also revealed that Barbie’s younger sister and her family invite him to weekly dinners to support him. “Koo has no family in Taiwan and is enduring immense pain alone,” one acquaintance said, “so her family is making an effort to care for and comfort him.”

Despite the ongoing sorrow, Koo Jun-yup continues to stay close to Barbie Hsu’s family, honoring her memory with steadfast love and devotion.