Taiwanese TV host Luo Pei-ying found dead at home

Luo, 59, began as an actress before solidifying her name as a TV host for over 30 years. Photo: Facebook/Luo Pei-ying

Taiwanese TV host and actress Luo Pei-ying was found dead at home on Aug 3. She was 59.

Taipei City Police confirmed the news to news agency Focus Taiwan.

Luo's body was first discovered when her friends decided to check on her at her home after she did not turn up for a gathering on Aug 2 and failed to respond to their calls and messages.

Authorities say she had been dead for at least a day when she was found. There were no visible signs of injury.

Luo's showbiz career spans more than 30 years, starting out as an actress before solidifying her name as a TV host and guest on variety shows.