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Hong Kong actor Lee Lung Kei (left) and his fiancée Chris Wong. Photo from Wong’s Instagram |
“I don’t think it’s hard or tiring at all,” he said, as reported Weekly PM. “Canceling her work is no big deal, since the most important thing is her. [Wong’s] well-being, money is just external. »
The actor, who has been visiting the Tai Lam Center for Women in Hong Kong daily since February 21, also affirmed his unwavering support for Wong through her legal troubles.
Wong, originally from mainland China, was arrested on February 19 and was later charged with forging documents, deception upon entry into Hong Kong and overstaying her tourist visa. Her bail was denied, forcing her to remain in custody until her court appearance on April 16.
A legal expert pointed out that such violations of residency rules, similar to those of Wong, could result in deportation, a two-year prison sentence and a fine of up to HKD 50,000 (US$6,392) .
Lee explained that Wong’s visa extension was to take care of him, admitting that he was unaware of the falsification and deception of his documents. He expressed his regret, stressing that he would have advised her to confess if he had known.
In a previous media statement, he pledged to marry Wong after his release, revealing that he was even considering moving to mainland China if deported from Hong Kong.
The couple, who first met when Lee was 66, were set to get married by the end of 2023. However, their plan was postponed due to the death of Wong’s father.
Wong has suffered from recent accusations against her, including allegations of exchanging sexual favors for financial gain and fraud. Critics have also questioned his wealthy background and educational claims, suggesting they were aimed at gaining support from wealthy individuals.
Despite these accusations, Lee remains supportive of him. He disputed Wong’s interest in him on financial grounds, admitting that all his real estate is in his ex-wife’s name and that he has limited cash flow.
Besides “The Condor Heroes,” Lee played significant roles in “The Smiling, Proud Wanderer,” “Journey to the West,” and “Forensic Heroes.” He has three children from a previous marriage in the 1970s, all older than Wong.
