Heini defends Faye Wong's emotional spring festival performance

Heidi Hsia

2 February 2025 at 10:48 pm·1-min read

3 Feb - Fellow artist Heini has called for public understanding regarding Faye Wong's recent performance at the CCTV Spring Festival Gala, where the songstress faced criticism over alleged lip-syncing during "What the World Gifted Me."

Speaking in Faye's defence, Heini suggested the emotional nature of the performance might be connected to personal losses. Faye appeared particularly moved while singing the lyrics, "Those who have gone far away, may they all rest in peace."

Heini reminded netizens that Faye's immediate family now consists solely of her two children, Leah Dou and Li Yan from previous marriages, following the passing of her mother over two decades ago and the more recent deaths of her father and brother.

Footage emerged showing Faye leaving the stage after the broadcast, wrapped in a thick blanket and requiring assistance from two people as she departed backstage, appearing visibly exhausted.

The performance marked Faye's first appearance on the CCTV stage in seven years.

Faye seems emotional performing at the event

(Photo Source: Faye Fanpage IG)

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