Chinese actor-singer Alan ‘Yu’ Menglong dies at 37 after fall from building

Alan 'Yu' Menglong died at 37

Actor, singer, and MV director Alan ‘Yu’ Menglong tragically died after falling from a building. He was 37.

The news of his death was confirmed by his management team on September 11, via a statement on the social media platform Weibo.

According to Asia One, the statement of the post reads, “With unbearable sorrow, we announce that our beloved Menglong fell to his death on Sept 11. Police have ruled out any criminality. We hope he rests in peace and his loved ones remain strong.”

The outlet has alleged that he "fell to his death" from a building.

Fans and industry professionals were devastated by the news of his death.

The post instantly went viral on Chinese and international platforms.

For the unversed, Yu was born in Urumqi, Xinjiang, in 1988, and rose to stardom in 2013 after participating in the Chinese singing competition Super Boy. He soon became well-known for his charm and talent, which ultimately led him to pursue acting.

He was known for his performance in the web drama Go Princess Go, which turned into a cultural phenomenon, brought him immense fame. Fans loved Yu for his role as Bai Qian's brother in the popular fantasy romance Eternal Love.

Yu kept growing as an actor, landing iconic parts in films like The Moon Brightens for You, in which he played Lin Fang. He became a rising star in the Chinese entertainment industry thanks to his versatility and on-screen persona.

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Yu further demonstrated his inventiveness and love of the arts by working behind the scenes as a music video director in addition to his acting career.

Alan "Yu" Menglong's premature passing leaves a void in the Chinese entertainment industry. His performances and the memories he left for millions of fans around the world will endure.