Wen Xingyu Explained

Wen Xingyu (Chinese: 文兴宇; 1941–2007) was a popular comedian and director in mainland China.^[1] Wen was famous for his relaxing style and his talent as a senior comedian. He died on 30 July 2007 in Beijing due to lung cancer at the age of 65.

Biography and career

• Born on 6 August 1941 in Dandong, Liaoning Province, China.
• Graduated from Beijing 101 Middle School and Central Academy of Drama.

Major works

• The opera version of The True Story of Ah Q; I Love My Family; Home with Kids.^[2]

Notes and References

1. http://ent.sina.com.cn/s/2007-07-30/12571656950.shtml 资料：文兴宇个人档案(图)
2. http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/china/2007-07/30/content_5445993.htm Veteran Chinese comedian Wen Xingyu dies