Fans pay tribute to Leslie Cheung 21 years after his death

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On April 1, 2003, the world of Cantopop lost a Heavenly King. Leslie Cheung, who was 46 years old, jumped to his death from the 24th floor of the Mandarin Oriental hotel. Twenty-one years on, fans placed bouquets and took photos at the spot where the legendary...

Leslie Cheung, who was 46 years old, jumped to his death from the 24th floor of the Mandarin Oriental hotel.

When TNP reached the spot at 10am on April 1, the stretch of Ice House Street was closed to traffic, with policemen directing pedestrians across the road in Hong Kong's downtown Central. Ms Carrie, 40, who is from Shenzhen, China, told TNP:"As long as my work schedule permits, I would come here on April 1."Sammo Hung slams comments on Jackie Chan’s ‘old’ appearance

Ms Carrie said she felt honoured that she was able to contribute in small ways for"kor kor" .A busking tribute, Leslie's Night, was scheduled to take place from 6pm to 9pm near the hotel. Between 6pm and 8pm, there would be a commemorative exhibition at Hong Kong television station ATV.

 

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