The latest news and updates Brigitte Lin Ching-hsia, a celebrated screen icon, initially rising to prominence in 1970s Taiwanese romantic dramas, starring in over 50 films. She later became a dominant figure in Hong Kong cinema, particularly known for her versatile and often androgynous roles in wuxia films, such as "Swordsman II" and "Peking Opera Blues". Lin’s career saw her collaborate with acclaimed directors like Tsui Hark and Wong Kar-wai. She retired from acting in 1994, transitioning into a successful author with four published essay collections. Lin has received numerous accolades, including the Golden Horse Lifetime Achievement Award in 2023, and recently became an ambassador for a dementia prevention project.