Taiwanese outlets reported that Barbie Hsu died from acute pneumonia sparked by the flu while traveling in Japan.

CNA cited a statement from Barbie Hsu’s younger sister, who confirmed the heartbreaking news.

Rest in peace, my sister.

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I will love you forever,“the statement concluded.

The message was also posted on a joint Instagram account that the sisters used to document their activities.

The two first met in 1998 while active in the entertainment industry, dating for about a year.

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