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CoCo Lee, ‘Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon’ and ‘Mulan’ singer, dead at 48

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CoCo Lee, who famously sang in “Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon” and 1998’s “Mulan,” died Wednesday at the age of 48.The

CoCo Lee, ‘Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon’ and ‘Mulan’ singer, dead at 48

CoCo Lee, who famously sang in “Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon” and 1998’s “Mulan,” died Wednesday at the age of 48.

The singer’s sisters, Nancy and Carol Lee, confirmed the sad news with a joint Instagram post on Wednesday, revealing that she had died by suicide.

“CoCo had been suffering from depression for a few years but her condition deteriorated drastically over the last few months,” the statement read.

Coco Lee performs at 15th anniversary of the handover of Hong Kong,
The “Mulan” voice actress was 48. Kin Cheung/AP

“Although, CoCo sought professional help and did her best to fight depression, sadly that demon inside of her took the better of her.”

They further revealed that CoCo had attempted to take her life on Sunday and had slipped into a coma before dying on Wednesday.

“As a family of CoCo, we are very grateful and honored to have such an excellent and outstanding sister. We are thankful to God for giving us such a kind angel,” they added.

CoCo Lee performs in China
“We know now she has gone to a happier place and no longer suffers from depression; we trust God has her best interest looked after!” her sisters shared via Instagram in a joint statement. VCG via Getty Images

“We know now she has gone to a happier place and no longer suffers from depression; we trust God has her best interest looked after!”

Her proud sisters further told fans they hoped they “share her bright smile, treat people with sincerity, and convey kindness and love to everyone around us, and continue CoCo’s wish to let everyone around feel her love and happiness.”

“Although CoCo stays in the world for not long a time, her rays of light will last forever!” they concluded the heartfelt post.

CoCo’s career in entertainment spanned exactly 30 years. While she had established herself as a pop singer in Asia, CoCo became best known for her song “A Love Before Time” in the 2000 film “Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon.”

Her song was nominated for an Oscar in 2001.

CoCo Lee performing
According to the statement, Lee died a few days after initially attempting to take her life on Sunday. VCG via Getty Images

CoCo also voiced the lead character in the Mandarin version of “Mulan” and provided the singing voice for the lead Disney princess.

In 1999, a song from her full-length album “Just No Other Way” was featured in the Julia Roberts film “Runaway Bride.”

CoCo is survived by her husband, Bruce Rockowitz, and her two stepdaughters.

CoCo Lee on red carpet
Her entertainment career spanned 30 years. Xinhua News Agency/Getty Images

In her last Instagram post dated December 2022, CoCo detailed having an “incredibly difficult year,” but still encouraged positivity.

“Life seemed unbearable at times but I adapted the attitude of a “female warrior” to face them head on fearlessly but always had the biggest smile and big fat laughter!” she wrote.

“Strength, courage, n bravery is within all of us so use them.”

If you or someone you know is affected by any of the issues raised in this story, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-TALK (8255) or text Crisis Text Line at 741741.

(By/Alix Breeden)
 
 
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