Actress Wai Ching Ho dead at 82, star of ‘Daredevil’ and ‘Hustlers’
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Wai Ching Ho, known for his roles in the films “Daredevil” and “Hustlers”, has passed away. He was 82 years old.
The death of the master actor was announced by his “Daredevil” co-star Peter Shinkoda on Saturday, July 11. on Instagram and approved by his representative.
“Her family is deeply grateful for the incredible love and support she has shown and the many beautiful messages and memories people have shared about our beloved Wai,” a representative for the actress said in a statement to Fox News Digital. “Reading how much you mean to so many people brings us comfort during this difficult time.”
According to actor Perry Yung’s Instagram post, Ho “passed away peacefully after suffering a stroke two days ago.”
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Marvel star Wai Ching Ho has died at the age of 82. (Ben Gabbe/Getty Images for the 2019 Tribeca Film Festival)
She played Marvel villain Madame Gao in the films “Daredevil”, “Iron Fist” and “The Defenders”.
Shinkoda later shared additional photos on Instagram, writing: “I lost someone very special to me. He was one of the coolest. I was thinking out loud. #Gao.”
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Shinkoda added, “I will never forget you. I learned from you every minute we were together on and off the set. I know the wisdom; I would hang on your every word. We will meet again, my friend. You were beautiful.”
Wai Ching Ho at the New York screening of Marvel’s “Iron Fist” in New York City. (Gilbert Carrasquillo/FilmMagic)
“I’ve seen her perform on stage many times, drank dim sum many times, and came to see @slantperfomancegroup many times. I even had the chance to play her husband (@justinchon’s parents) in the movie ‘High Definition’,” Yung wrote on Instagram.
“Wai Ching was a kind, compassionate person who elevated each production to a higher standard through his work as an artist, and we are better for it. Rest where you can my dear friend,” he added, along with prayer emojis.
In addition to her Marvel roles, she voiced Grandma Wu in Pixar’s 2022 film “Turning Red.”
The actress also appeared in the films “Hustlers,” “One Life to Live,” “Premium Rush” and “Fresh Off the Boat.”
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He also appeared in the films “Blue Bloods”, “Orange Is the New Black”, “Only Murders in the Building”, “Flight of the Conchords”, “Swans Crossing” and “Law & Order”.
Actress Mahira Kakkar also shared a tribute on Instagram, writing, “Wai was a pillar for those of us who didn’t have many role models and mentors in the industry. I am so grateful to have known her and so sad to see her go. She also absolutely refused to speak ill of anyone. My dear Wai, you deserve a standing ovation – what a perfect human being and a perfect artist. What an example of how to live.”
Wai Ching Ho appeared in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. (Steven Ferdman/Patrick McMullan via Getty Images)
The actor was born on November 16, 1943 in Hong Kong.
His first feature film was 1990’s “Cadillac Man,” which also starred Robin Williams.
His recent projects included the 2025 short film “Capture”, the 2026 film “The Gardener” and the podcast series “Aunties”.
