51-year-old Taiwanese singer Hsieh Chin-yen, known as “Sister” in the entertainment industry, has been hospitalized for four days and three nights due to severe vomiting, weakness, and coughing, according to multiple local media outlets. The singer, who recently performed in mainland China, reported experiencing screaming coughs and vomiting so violently it damaged her vocal cords,
according to reports from Life Lifestyle and LINE TODAY.
Health Crisis and Hospitalization
Hsieh, who has long been known for her energetic stage presence, described her illness as a cycle of vomiting, weakness, emergency care, and coughing in a social media post. She revealed that her symptoms led to multiple hospital visits, including a stint in the emergency room, and that she required intravenous treatment, leaving visible needle marks on her arms. China Times reported that she also experienced dizziness and fatigue, with her voice becoming hoarse from the constant coughing.
Her condition worsened to the point where she mistook her mother for South Korean K-pop group IVE member Zhang Yuan-ye during a coughing fit, a detail shared by ON. Despite her illness, Hsieh maintained her trademark humor, joking about the situation in her social media updates. She also described being covered in bandages from frequent injections and having her head patted by the nurse during treatment, as noted by CTWANT.
Public Reaction and Apology
On October 4, Hsieh posted a photo wearing a baseball cap and mask, stating, I'm sorry for worrying everyone, according to FTV News. Fans flooded her posts with messages of support, with many urging her to prioritize her health over work. One comment read, Your health is more important than anything else. Another fan wrote, Don’t apologize—just rest and recover.
Mirror Media cited multiple fans expressing concern about her upcoming performance at the Yunlin International Puppet Festival on October 9.
The singer also addressed her recent performance at the Bay Area Rising Moon concert in Macau, where she faced criticism for a microphone issue. Mirror Media reported that she had explained the incident in a previous post, stating that the microphone and stand were not in place when she took the stage, forcing her to perform without it. China Times noted that this incident had sparked online debates about her performance authenticity.
Recovery and Future Plans
As of October 5, Hsieh’s condition has improved, and she has begun to recover. However, her upcoming appearance at the Yunlin International Puppet Festival on October 9 remains uncertain, according to CTWANT. The festival organizers have not yet commented on whether she will perform, but fans are hopeful she will make a full recovery in time. FTV News reported that Hsieh had previously expressed concern about her ability to sing due to vocal cord damage.
Hsieh’s health scare has highlighted her dedication to her craft, as she continues to balance her career with her personal well-being. Her fans have expressed relief that she is on the mend, with many sharing messages of encouragement on social media. As she recovers, the entertainment community awaits news of her next steps. China Times noted that Hsieh has long been known for her strict fitness regimen, including core exercises and daily stretching, which she attributed to her physical resilience.