RENOWNED singer-songwriter Coco Lee has died in hospital after taking her own life at home, her family has today announced.
Lee’s sisters broke the news on social media and said that the 48-year-old Hong Kong musical icon had suffered a long battle with depression.
Posting a statement on her Sina Weibo, sister Nancy Lee shared: “This year was supposed to mark CoCo Lee’s 30th debut anniversary in the music industry.
“Throughout her 29-year career, she not only brought us endless joy and surprises with her powerful songs and dance performances, but also worked tirelessly to pave the way for Chinese artists in the international music scene.”
Nancy added: “Although, CoCo sought professional help and did her best to fight depression, sadly that demon inside of her took the better of her.”
If you have been affected by any of the issues raised in this article, contact The Samaritans on 116 123.
Read our CoCo Lee blog below for the latest news and updates…
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How did Coco Lee die?
Singer Coco Lee has died after reportedly committing suicide at home.
“With great sadness, we are here break the most devastating news: CoCo had been suffering from depression for a few years but her condition deteriorated drastically over the last few months,” her elder sisters Carol and Nancy Lee wrote on Instagram on Wednesday night.
“Although CoCo sought professional help and did her best to fight depression, sadly that demon inside of her took the better of her.”
They added that she committed suicide at home on Sunday and was taken to hospital.
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If you, or anyone you know, needs help dealing with mental health problems, the following organisations provide support:
- CALM, www.thecalmzone.net, 0800 585 858
- Heads Together, www.headstogether.org.uk
- Mind, www.mind.org.uk, 0300 123 3393
- Papyrus, www.papyrus-uk.org, 0800 068 41 41
- Samaritans, www.samaritans.org, 116 123
- Movember, www.uk.movember.com
- Anxiety UK www.anxietyuk.org.uk, 03444 775 774 Monday-Friday 9.30am-10pm, Saturday/Sunday 10am-8pm
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Coco Lee dies aged 48
The Honk Kong singer-songwriter Coco Lee has died in hospital her family announced.
Lee’s sisters broke the news on social media and said that the 48-year-old had a long battle with depression.
Coco’s sister said: “Although, CoCo sought professional help and did her best to fight depression, sadly that demon inside of her took the better of her.”
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