Yasser Marta honors Barbie Hsu with heartfelt cover of 'Meteor Garden' OST
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Yasser Marta performs the Tagalog version of 'Can't Help Fallin' for Barbie Hsu and fans.
Heartfelt tributes and messages flooded the internet for the late Taiwanese actress-singer Barbie Hsu. Celebrities and fans alike expressed their grief on social media, honoring the beloved star.
Among those paying tribute was Kapuso actor Yasser Marta, who joined Filipino fans in mourning by dedicating a performance to Barbie.
In a video shared on Instagram, the Sparkle star picked up his guitar and delivered a heartfelt rendition. As he played, Yasser sang the Tagalog version of “Can't Help Fallin,” the iconic soundtrack from the 2001 series Meteor Garden.
His emotional performance resonated with many fans, who flooded the comment section with love and appreciation, expressing their feelings through heart emojis.
“Our millennial hearts are crying. RIP Shan Cai,” Yasser captioned the post, referencing Barbie's unforgettable role.
Originally sung by Taiwanese artist Harlem Yu, “Can't Help Fallin” was later released in Tagalog by Josh Santana in 2004, shortly after Meteor Garden premiered in the Philippines.
The series, which follows the story of Shan Cai (Barbie), a poor girl who interacts with four wealthy boys--Dao Ming Si (Jerry Yan), Xi Men (Ken Chu), Mei Zuo (Vanness Wu), and Hua Ze Lei (Vic Chou)--became a cultural phenomenon, captivating audiences worldwide.
Recently, Meteor Garden co-stars Jerry Yan, Ken Chu, and Rainie Yang shared their sorrow over the loss of their dear friend.
Barbie's passing was announced by her younger sister, Taiwanese entertainer Dee Hsu. She shared a statement with Taiwanese broadcaster TVBS News, "Thank you all for your concern! During the New Year holiday, our whole family traveled to Japan. My dearest and kindest sister, Xiyuan, unfortunately passed away due to flu-related pneumonia. I am grateful to have been her sister in this lifetime, to have cared for each other and accompanied each other. I will always be thankful for her and miss her forever. Shan~ Rest in peace! Love you always--Together, remember forever."
The actress passed away due to pneumonia from influenza complications, which sparked conversations online about her past health battles.
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