Paul Chung (5 April 1959 – 1 September 1989) was a

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, MC (Master of Ceremonies) and a DJ in the early 1980s. He committed suicide on 1 September 1989.

Biography

Paul Chung was originally a host in Commercial Radio and was part of a 13 member DJ group, including

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, so-called "6 pair-half". In 1981, he had a dispute with Commercial radio, and joined

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(ATV/RTV) where he was cast in several TV dramas. He became popular when he costarred with

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in two films. Chung joined

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in 1985, hosting a number of TV shows such as

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(EYT). He was praised by media as "the best host of Miss Hong Kong". He committed suicide on 1 September 1989 in his home of Shatin City One. It was reported that he had amassed large gambling debts prior to his death.

Filmography

Movies

Drama (RTV / ATV)

References

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