Chinese actor Jin Ze dies at 33, entertainment industry mourns rising star

Chinese actor and model Jin Ze has died at the age of 33, his talent management agency confirmed, sending shockwaves through China's entertainment industry and prompting an outpouring of grief from fans and fellow artists, 24NewsHD TV reported on Saturday.

In a statement, Shengshi Guangnian Culture Co., Ltd. said the actor, whose real name was Zhang Jiawei, died at his home in the eastern Chinese city of Hangzhou on June 4.

The agency did not disclose the cause of death.

“We announce with profound sorrow that our contracted actor Jin Ze (Zhang Jiawei) passed away at his home in Hangzhou on June 4, 2026,” the company said, describing him as an outstanding young actor and model.

The agency extended its condolences to the actor’s family and friends and appealed for privacy as his loved ones cope with the loss.

According to media reports, the company urged social media users and news organizations to refrain from spreading unverified information or speculation regarding the circumstances of his death, stressing the importance of allowing the family to conduct funeral arrangements without unnecessary intrusion.

News of Jin Ze’s sudden death quickly became one of the most discussed topics on Chinese social media platforms, with related hashtags and discussions rapidly climbing trending charts.

Tributes poured in from fans, fellow actors and members of the entertainment industry, many of whom remembered him as a dedicated performer, a hardworking professional and a humble individual who earned widespread respect among colleagues.

The actor had built a growing reputation in China’s entertainment industry through his work in television dramas, films and modeling projects, establishing himself as one of the promising young talents of his generation.

No further details regarding the cause of death have been released, and the family has requested privacy during the mourning period.