Hong Kong actress Rachel Lee has spent over four decades in the entertainment scene, and her journey continues to draw public interest.
In a recent interview with Hong Kong media, the 60-year-old addressed her decision to take on Category III film roles in the 1990s, revealing that it stemmed from financial responsibility.
“I did it for money. I wanted to support my younger brother, who was studying in Canada at the time, and improve my family’s living conditions,” she said.
Among the Category III movies Lee starred in were Crazy Love, The Spirit Of Love and Girls Unbutton.
She stepped away from the genre in 1996 after filming Sex And Zen II and has since shifted her focus to other dramas and movies.
Among the projects she has worked on include Never Dance Alone, Ordinary Heroes, Beyond The Common Ground and others.
“After my parents passed away, I no longer had (a family to call home). My brother emigrated, and I don’t see my sister anymore. Now, only work can keep me from feeling unhappy,” she shared.
Despite having taken on Category III roles for financial reasons, Lee emphasised that she has never been driven by material wealth.
The actress revealed that although several wealthy businessmen had pursued her, she was never interested in them.
“I haven’t been in a relationship for the past 10 years. Every girl likes being in love, but my experiences are quite strange,” she said.
Reflecting on her love life, she added: “I partially believe in fate, but it’s OK. After falling enough times, you get used to it and it stops hurting.”
Lee also spoke about her ex-husband, songwriter and film producer Clarence Hui, whom she divorced in 2000 after four years of marriage.
“I don’t think he was right for me. He was too calculating. I wouldn’t say he deceived me, but later on, I did feel there was a bit of calculation involved,” she said.
