Jacky Cheung Balances Showbiz, Family, and Cantonese Pride

The singer and actor emphasizes values and linguistic heritage.

**Jacky Cheung**, the Hong Kong icon, recently reaffirmed his commitment to Cantonese, his family, and maintaining high personal standards, all while navigating a successful career. His dedication resonates deeply within the entertainment industry.

Cantonese First

When asked to speak Mandarin at a concert, **Cheung** insisted on using Cantonese, stating, “There is no way, learn Cantonese, come on!” This reflects his deep-seated belief in preserving his native language and cultural identity.

Family Values

**Cheung** and his wife, **Luo Meiwei**, have two daughters, **Zhang Yaohua**, age 24, and **Zhang Yaoxuan**, age 20. He emphasizes values over ambition when raising his children.

For his daughters, he stated, “I don’t want my child to be a kind of person, but I think that the child should have a concept of right and wrong and know how to advance and retreat. Those are more important to her future life.”

A Pillar of Hong Kong Cinema

**Cheung’s** talents extend beyond singing. His role as “Black Fly” in “Mong Kok Carmen” earned him accolades, including Best Supporting Actor awards at both the Academy Awards and the Golden Horse Awards. His diverse acting portfolio underscores his artistic range.

Striving for Excellence

Despite over three decades in the industry, **Cheung** remains humble and committed to improvement. In his words, “Although I have been in the industry for more than 30 years, I still feel that I am not good enough. I believe that this attitude is the main reason why I can survive in this circle for more than 30 years.”

Maintaining Kindness

**Aaron Kwok** once described **Jacky Cheung** as “the last good person in the Hong Kong entertainment industry.” This speaks to **Cheung’s** reputation for integrity and ethical conduct. According to a 2024 report by the Hong Kong Arts Development Council, artists who demonstrate ethical behavior often experience greater longevity in their careers, as they foster stronger relationships with fans and industry peers alike (HKADC).

**Cheung** jokingly acknowledges this, while emphasizing his genuine desire to be a good person, husband, and father: “My goal is to be a good person. Even if it is not the best, you must be good. Don’t be sorry or hurt people, as well as your husband and your father.”