Hong Kong actress Michelle Yim had met up with actor Mak Ho Wai to celebrate his birthday in December 2018. Photos: Michelle Yim/Instagram
Hong Kong actor Mak Ho Wai, known for his role as the head of the household, "Old Hero", in Singapore sitcom Don't Worry, Be Happy (1996 to 2002), has died at the age of 76.
His death was confirmed by his good friend, Hong Kong actress Michelle Yim, 66, who said in a statement to the Hong Kong media that Mak died at his home in Singapore on Thursday (April 14).
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