Fuzhou beauty model, Vice General Manager of Julong Film and Television Media, Ai Weiwei (stage name), passed away in the early morning of May 14, 2011 at a hospital in Fujian due to sudden acute mixed-cell leukemia. Overworking herself for long periods without rest had accumulated into a serious illness. She was only 22 years old at the time of her death. Before her passing, she wrote on Weibo: "I only have my career! Career! Work! Work!" and mentioned multiple times feeling "tired", "having a cold", "vomiting", and "stomach discomfort". For this reason, doctors stated that leukemia could possibly be related to radiation and excessive fatigue. (Reported by Xinhua News Agency on May 21, source: Yangcheng Evening News)
At the age of 22, her premature death from overwork is deeply regrettable. It also serves as a warning bell for models and celebrities in the entertainment industry: life is precious and cannot be bought with any amount of money. It should be cherished and treated kindly. Life is valuable, and working is beautiful. Do not let fame or wealth burden you. To quote Xiao Shenyang, "When a person dies from exhaustion, earning more money is meaningless." It's better to work two days and rest one, appreciating the scenery along the way, allowing your mind and spirit to find balance. As the saying goes, "Sharpening the axe doesn't delay chopping wood."
Relevant data shows that the incidence of chronic fatigue syndrome among urban emerging industry populations is between 10% to 20%, and in some industries, it can reach up to 50%. These include technology, news, advertising, civil servants, and entertainment personnel, all of whom are potential candidates for "death from overwork." Especially in the entertainment circle and among model stars, fierce competition leads to recording songs, filming, promotion, shooting advertisements, attending banquets, friend gatherings, TV hosting, media interviews, bar hopping, karaoke, and playing mahjong... A 24-hour day filled with non-stop activities, disrupting day and night routines. Additionally, smoking, drinking, blind dieting, and work pressure make them highly susceptible to fatigue syndrome, leading to sudden death. This isn't an exaggeration, nor is it exclusive to Ai Weiwei; there are many examples both domestically and internationally.
South Korean actress Choi Jin-sil died at home, suspected of self-harm. However, insiders know that Choi Jin-sil was tormented by the malicious lie of "a 2.5 billion won private debt that led to Ahn Jae-hwan's death." After her divorce from baseball player Cho Sung-min, she suffered from depression, combined with filming, advertisements, and raising children. Under the immense pressure from work, life, and various "unspoken rules," living became too difficult, so she chose the path of death. Truly regrettable.
Renowned sketch actor Gao Xiumen passed away at a celebrity apartment in Changchun at the young age of 46. The diagnosis was sudden heart attack, but overwork was the real cause. In the period before her death, Gao Xiumen was extremely busy, dealing with various events and performances while simultaneously filming a TV series. She repeatedly expressed that her body was experiencing many discomforts. Fame came, but she worked herself to death.
Famous director and painter Chen Yifei died from gastric bleeding. Prior to his death, he was rushing to complete his new film "Barber." Mr. Chen Yifei worked tirelessly, often going several days without rest. He had previously experienced gastric perforation and continued to suffer from recurring fevers, yet he persisted despite his condition. His excessive fatigue eventually led to gastric bleeding, necessitating hospitalization, where his life ultimately ended. Although his heart stopped beating in the hospital, his body collapsed on the set, essentially working himself to death.
Young actor Liu Dan, who played "Xiang Fei" in the TV series "My Fair Princess," passed away at 6 a.m. due to a fatal car accident. However, fellow actors revealed that Liu Dan first traveled by car from Shenzhen to Shantou that morning, then rushed from Shantou to Puning for a commercial performance. Exhausted from the fast-paced schedule, Liu Dan rested in the back seat. During an emergency brake, she was thrown out of the car through the rear door, suffering a head injury which proved fatal. There was no collision within the car, and the windows were intact. At 26 years old, Liu Dan passed away peacefully in her sleep.
Although these young artists' deaths were not officially diagnosed as "death from overwork," fundamentally, they were "worked to death." Experts point out that the most critical reason for "death from overwork" is their lack of attention to their physical changes and failure to regularly maintain their health. A health management director said that many diseases slowly erode and consume bodily functions. If not carefully observed and regularly checked, these changes are hard to detect. Once they occur, the consequences can be severe. Therefore, experts warn artists to balance work and rest, not to push themselves excessively. Fame is fleeting, and wealth is external. Do not become slaves to fame and fortune, and do not sacrifice yourselves for them!
Ai Weiwei and others lost their precious lives due to overwork, chasing fame and fortune until death, leaving behind only sorrow and regret. Currently, in the entertainment industry and modeling world, some stars and supermodels continue to fight fiercely without regard for their health, using every trick in the book to gain fame and fortune. They focus on both their main and side businesses, managing relationships inside and outside the industry, but neglect their health. Of course, this relentless spirit and strong ambition are worth emulating. But they must also remain vigilant to avoid following in Ai Weiwei's footsteps and becoming the next victim of overwork.
Finally, I will share a story I read somewhere, aimed at those in the entertainment industry, modeling world, and anyone who does not know fatigue or cherish life. I believe it will provide enlightenment.
Long ago, in the desert, there was an ancient nomadic tribe that constantly migrated, never settling down. No matter where they were, they maintained a fixed habit: after traveling for two days, they would rest for one day! Outsiders once asked the tribal leader why they adhered to this practice. The elderly tribal chief patiently explained, "Our steps move too quickly, while our souls lag behind. Walking for two days and resting for one allows our souls to catch up!"
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