Her role in the teen drama catapulted her to fame as a pop idol. She was also a TV host and appeared in films.

Barbie Hsu remains a popular figure of the Asian pop culture, becoming the most-loved S han Cai. She also redefined the image of a leading lady, breaking stereotypes with her relatable persona and inspiring a new generation of actresses and drama heroines.

Taiwanese actress Barbie Hsu, best known for her role as Shan Cai in "Meteor Garden," has passed away. She was 48.

Taiwanese actress Barbie Hsu, best known for her role as Shan Cai in the hit Asian series "Meteor Garden", has passed away at the age of 48.

Ken Chu, who played Xi Men in Meteor Garden, was the first among F4 to mourn and post about Barbie’s passing. He shared a throwback photo of the show's original cast, including F4 and Barbie as Shan Cai, as a tribute to their shared cherished memories.

Barbie Hsu, the Taiwanese star who played Shan Cai in the iconic drama show “Meteor Garden” (2001), died of pneumonia on Monday. She was 48.

Taiwanese actress Barbie Hsu, who starred in hit 2001 TV series Meteor Garden, has died from pneumonia at the age of 48.

Barbie Hsu, the Taiwanese actress better known as "Big S," has died after contracting pneumonia during a trip to Japan. She was 48.