In a heartbreaking turn of events, we must report the untimely demise of Godfrey Gao, a celebrated Taiwanese-Canadian actor and supermodel who made history as the first Asian ambassador for the iconic Louis Vuitton brand. This devastating incident unfolded during the filming of «Chase Me,» a popular Chinese reality TV show, in Ningbo, an eastern city featured on Zhejiang Television.
The tragic incident occurred when the 35-year-old Gao suddenly collapsed while actively participating in the high-intensity sports reality competition. According to an official statement from the network, Gao exhibited signs of distress, ultimately collapsing during a running segment of the show. Regrettably, medical professionals at the local hospital confirmed that the cause of death was attributed to sudden cardiac arrest.
Jetstar Entertainment, Gao’s prominent management agency, released an official statement via Weibo, a microblogging platform akin to Twitter. The statement detailed that Gao had fainted during the filming, and despite nearly three hours of intensive medical care, he was pronounced deceased. The statement extended heartfelt gratitude to «every devoted fan who cherished Godfrey» and conveyed the profound sorrow accompanying his untimely loss.
In 2011, Godfrey Gao etched his name in history by becoming the first Asian model to secure an esteemed contract with the renowned fashion powerhouse, Louis Vuitton. His artistic prowess was further highlighted through his portrayal of Magnus Bane in the 2013 Hollywood blockbuster «The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones.» Gao’s enduring legacy as a pioneering Asian luminary in both the entertainment and fashion realms shall forever be cherished and remembered.
