The Vietnamese entertainment industry was shocked by the news of the death of makeup artist Tran Dinh Phu in a shocking murder case in Bangkok, Thailand.
On the night of July 16 (local time), information about 6 people killed at a hotel in Bangkok, Thailand spread rapidly on international media.
SheetBangkok PostThe victims included two Vietnamese Americans and four Vietnamese citizens. One of the names that attracted attention was Tran Dinh Phu (37 years old, from Da Nang) - a makeup artist commonly known by the nickname Phu Gia Gia.
On his personal page, Tran Dinh Phu shared photos of himself working with many famous artists such as: Meritorious Artist Linh Nga, singer My Linh, actresses Mai Thu Huyen and Ngoc Trinh, along with many other beauty queens and beauties. His most recent post is a video recording the makeup scene for Meritorious Artist Linh Nga.
In addition to beautifying celebrities, he also works as a makeup artist for many major events in Vietnam. He also teaches and shares his experience in the field of makeup.
On the morning of July 17, answering the press, Tran Dinh Phu's mother confirmed that her son was one of the six victims of this heartbreaking incident. Tran Dinh Phu was on a business trip in Thailand.
On social media, many colleagues in the entertainment industry expressed their condolences over the sudden passing of Tran Dinh Phu. They visited his personal pages, left comments under his posts, and remembered him as a kind, friendly, and sociable friend.
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My Nguyen shared: "Oh my god, I can't believe it. He passed away peacefully. The teacher I always admired, always encouraged and comforted me."
Bui Diep wrote: "Rest in peace, Phu. You are the one who often texted me to confide in me, shared many things with me and always guided me to good things. I pray that you will soon be liberated, continue to make life beautiful in the next life and have a happy and peaceful life."
Student Truong Thi Vy Na expressed: "Teacher! That's not true, right? We've only been talking for a few days. You said you went to Thailand and remade the image to start teaching."
Currently, the incident is being investigated by the authorities.
VN (according to Vietnamnet)