In a video posted on her personal page on 1/5, Coco stated that she and Ta Hien separated in 2018 but have remained in contact. For her, Ta Hien, who is 90 years old this year, is still like a family member. He often inquires about her current life, telling Coco, "If anyone bullies you, tell me." The couple separated in 2018, and Ta Hien sent Coco 20 million HKD (over 2,5 million USD) to support her life.

Coco currently runs a business and keeps her private life quiet. She has never regretted loving Ta Hien. The model said, "He was not only a benefactor and a guide for me but also cared for and loved me like a family member. I am grateful to him."

They first met in 2004 in Shanghai, China. At the time, Ta Hien was 68 years old and Coco was 19, working as a model. Coco was drawn to Ta Hien's dapper and elegant appearance in his suit.

Ta Hien frequently brought Coco to parties with friends. Photo: St Headline

The actor invited her to lunch. The next day, he mentioned he was returning to Hong Kong and asked if Coco could see him off at the airport. At the airport, it was a cold winter day, so Ta Hien told her, "I'm very warm; if you put your hand inside my jacket, you'll be less cold." Coco placed her hand on the actor, feeling his heart beat rapidly. She thought to herself, "This man likes me; it's love at first sight."

From then on, they frequently called each other, and Ta Hien invited Coco to Hong Kong. When the model arrived at the airport, the actor's driver took her to a hotel Ta Hien had booked. In the room, she read a card Ta Hien had left on the table: "Dear Coco, this jewelry belongs to my daughter, please return it after wearing it. The dress is one I chose for you." Coco laughed, finding Ta Hien "quite amusing." She wore the designer dress to an event in Hong Kong.

Ta Hien and Coco at an entertainment event. Photo: HK01

They became lovers. At that time, Coco's English proficiency was not good, and her shy personality made her hesitant to express her thoughts due to a lack of confidence. Ta Hien advised his girlfriend: "You need to go out more to understand people and the world." The actor purchased a course in England for Coco to study abroad, arranging accommodation so she would not feel deprived or insecure. Her years in England made Coco realize that "understanding life" was more important than academic learning; she became a confident woman, no longer afraid of changing circumstances.

Coco was once happy with Ta Hien, feeling no age gap. While living together in Hong Kong, Ta Hien would wake early to drink coffee and prepare breakfast for Coco when she woke up.

The model first realized the age difference between them during a mountain climb. Coco enjoyed climbing high, but Ta Hien said, "I am decades older than you; I cannot climb with you like that, it's not fair."

They were together for 12 years. During that period, Ta Hien told Coco that if she found a good person, she should leave him, and he would let go so she could be happy.

Coco currently runs a business in Shanghai. Photo: Weibo

According to 163.com, Ta Hien had a brilliant film career and a rich romantic life, to the extent that many audiences associate him with terms like "playboy," "charming," and "dating younger women." The actor admitted to being romantic but stated that when he loved someone, he was loyal, devoted all his affection to that person, and prioritized his lover's interests over his own. Therefore, he said he was not a "vulgar" person.

The artist had many relationships and two marriages with actresses Chan Chan and Deborah Lee. He and Deborah Lee had two children, Nicholas Tse and Jennifer Tse; they divorced in 1995.

Ta Hien joined the entertainment industry in 1953, making his mark with the role of Long Tu, the 'king of gamblers,' in *King of Gambler*. He also starred in *Xiao Shi Yi Lang*, *King of Kings*, *Heroes Gathering*, *The Legend of the Condor Heroes*, *Fox Volant of the Snowy Mountain*, *Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils*, and *Shaolin Soccer*. His most recent film was *Time* (2021), which depicted the lives of the elderly. After this work, Ta Hien has made fewer appearances at entertainment events.

Nhu Anh