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Preface:
In 2021, before her deathbed, dance artist Zhou Jie begged her friend Liu Xiaoqing to send her back to the motherland, and Liu Xiaoqing rented a small plane at a cost of 270,000 US dollars to fulfill her wish.
However, Zhou Jie died only three days after returning to China, with no descendants to die, and only Liu Xiaoqing was by his side.
So why did Zhou Jie, known as the "god of beauty in the East", die without descendants? What story does Liu Xiaoqing and her have to be the only one to die for her.
Nostalgia haunts my heart
In 2015, Zhou Jie was diagnosed with cancer and had to go to the United States for treatment, and her friend Liu Xiaoqing flew to the United States many times to visit her, bringing her warmth and encouragement.
Zhou Jie was very seriously ill at that time, but with the company of Liu Xiaoqing, she always maintained a strong and optimistic attitude and fought against the disease.
Liu Xiaoqing arranged the best hospitals and doctors for her, and raised a lot of money for treatment. Liu Xiaoqing also often accompanies Zhou Jie to chat, watch movies, listen to music, eat food, etc., so that Zhou Jie feels the beauty and hope of life.
During Zhou Jie's treatment in the United States, although she was accompanied and cared for by Liu Xiaoqing and other friends, she always missed her motherland and hometown, and she once said: "I want to go back to see my relatives, my friends, my students, and my dance." ”
But returning to China is not an easy task, Zhou Jie's condition is already very critical, and she needs to be cared for by professional medical staff throughout the process. Moreover, flights from the United States to China are rare and expensive due to the pandemic.
Zhou Jie has tried to book tickets for business class or first class, but they all failed for various reasons.
Zhou Jie felt very helpless and desperate, and she felt that she might never go back. She cried and said to Liu Xiaoqing: "I really want to go home!" ”
Liu Xiaoqing was also very sad when she heard Zhou Jie say this, and she decided to help Zhou Jie realize her wish at all costs, and she began to ask around whether it was possible to rent a private jet and send Zhou Jie back to China.
After many contacts and negotiations, we finally found a company willing to provide this service.
But renting a private jet isn't cheap, and Liu was taken aback when he learned it would cost $270,000. But she didn't hesitate, immediately agreed, and paid with her savings and credit card.
Liu Xiaoqing arranged everything for Zhou Jie, including medical equipment on the plane, doctors and nurses, food and water, clothing and blankets, and she also prepared some small gifts and surprises for Zhou Jie, such as flowers, music, books and so on that Zhou Jie liked.
In September 2021, Zhou Jie and Liu Xiaoqing finally flew from the United States to China, and took their last group photo on the plane, Zhou Jie was already very weak at that time, only weighing more than 60 pounds. Liu Xiaoqing accompanied Zhou Jie to fly from the United States to China, and prepared some small gifts and surprises for Zhou Jie on the plane.
Zhou Jie was rushed to Union Hospital for treatment at Beijing Capital International Airport, Liu Xiaoqing has been with him, after returning to the motherland, Zhou Jie was calm, full of gratitude to Liu Xiaoqing, and expressed gratitude to relatives, friends, students, and audiences, and finally passed away on the third day, and Zhou Jie, who had no children and no daughters in his life, passed away completely.
Dance the bumpy road
Zhou Jie was born in 1961, her ancestral home is Fengxian District, Yuantouqiao, Shanghai, Zhou Jie has loved dance since childhood, every time she sees a beautiful dance on TV, she will learn according to the movements, and will practice in front of herself in the mirror. Her dream is to become a dancer and show her charm on stage like Yang Liping, who she admires the most.
Zhou Jie wanted to enter an art school to learn dance, but was rejected because Zhou Jie's grandparents were landowners, but she was unwilling, she felt that she had talent and potential, why couldn't she get the opportunity?
Zhou Jie did not give up, it just so happened that Uncle Zhou Jie was a worker, so she followed her aunt to Chuansha, intending to pass on to her aunt as a daughter and change her identity.
In Chuansha, Zhou Jie performed very well, not only with good academic performance, but also participated in the martial arts team and dance team, training hard every day, hoping to attract the attention of the teachers.
Zhou Jie's efforts were not in vain, she finally got a chance to participate in the Shanghai Opera House Dance Troupe selection exam, which was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for Zhou Jie, and she excitedly prepared her best dance and martial arts programs, hoping to impress the teachers.
On the day of the exam, Zhou Jie wore a red dance skirt and walked on the stage full of confidence, she first danced a Dai dance "Golden Peacock", showing her softness and agility; Then she performed a martial arts show of boxing and sword dancing, showing her fortitude and strength, and Zhou Jie's performance won applause and applause from the audience, and the teachers were full of praise for her.
Zhou Jie thought that she had succeeded, but when the results came out, she found that she had failed, it turned out that in that special era, "ingredients" were still the first.
Although Zhou Jie changed her identity, her true family background was still found out.
Zhou Jie was very sad, she felt that all her efforts were in vain, she went home and cried for several days, did not eat or drink, and never wanted to dance again. Her aunt and classmates came to comfort her, but she ignored them.
Just when Zhou Jie fell into despair, she received an unexpected call. It was the teachers of the Shanghai Opera House Dance Troupe who called, and they said, "Zhou Jie, we have decided to admit you." You are our most wanted student, we will not let your talents and potential be buried, you quickly pack your bags and report tomorrow. ”
Zhou Jie was so excited that she couldn't speak, she thought she was dreaming. It turned out that in order to win Zhou Jie, the teachers communicated and fought with the leaders many times, and finally persuaded them and opened a special case for Zhou Jie.
The teachers said: "Zhou Jie is a dance genius, we can't give her up because of her origin. We want to use art to change her destiny and make her a good dancer. ”
Zhou Jie listened to the teachers' words and was moved to tears, she thanked the teachers for their trust and support, and also thanked her aunt and classmates for their help and encouragement. She immediately packed her bags and prepared to meet her new life.
Zhou Jie finally realized her dream and entered the Shanghai Opera House Dance Troupe to learn dance, where she met many excellent teachers and classmates, and also encountered many difficulties and challenges.
But Zhou Jie did not flinch, just studied hard, and then with his outstanding performance, he became famous in the dance industry and became a famous dancer and actor.
In the process, Zhou Jie also met a person who had a great influence on her - Liu Xiaoqing, Liu Xiaoqing is Zhou Jie's predecessor and friend, and is also a famous actor.
Liu Xiaoqing has deep feelings and care for Zhou Jie. She has helped and encouraged Zhou Jie many times, supported and comforted Zhou Jie when she encountered difficulties and setbacks, and praised and blessed Zhou Jie when she achieved achievements and honors.
Liu Xiaoqing also once commented on Zhou Jie in an interview: "Zhou Jie is the artist I admire the most, my closest friend, and the bravest fighter. She created countless beauty and wonders, and her talent won countless applause and accolades. ”
The art sea is brilliant
Zhou Jie and Liu Xiaoqing are not only friends, but also peers, they have outstanding performances and contributions in the fields of dance and film and television, and have cooperated and exchanged many times, and jointly created many classic works and characters.
In the field of dance, Zhou Jie is a national first-class dancer, known as the "god of dance", and she has also served as a judge for the CCTV National Dance Competition and the "Lotus Award", the highest award of Chinese dance.
In the field of film and television, Zhou Jie and Liu Xiaoqing are both famous actors, who have appeared in more than ten movies and more than thirty TV series, and their most famous collaborative work is the movie "Burning the Old Summer Palace", Zhou Jie plays "Concubine Li", and Liu Xiaoqing plays "Empress Dowager Cixi".
Zhou Jie and Liu Xiaoqing also collaborated in the TV series "Yang Guifei", Zhou Jie played "Yang Guifei" and Liu Xiaoqing played "Wu Zetian". This TV series is China's first large-scale epic film set in the Tang Dynasty, and the first historical film in China to feature a woman as the protagonist. This TV series has achieved great success at home and abroad, and Zhou Jie and Liu Xiaoqing have also received widespread praise.
The cooperation and exchange between Zhou Jie and Liu Xiaoqing in the fields of dance and film and television not only show their respective talents and charms, but also show the essence and style of Chinese culture and art. With their works and roles, they have made indelible contributions to Chinese dance and film and television.
Zhou Jie once commented on Liu Xiaoqing: "Liu Xiaoqing is the woman I admire the most, my favorite sister, and my most trusted friend, she dares to pursue the life she wants, can deal with various complex environments, and her sincerity can win the friendship of countless people." ”
Eternal friendship
Zhou Jie passed away on October 1, 2021, and Liu Xiaoqing published a memorial article on October 4, 2021. She wrote: "Zhou Jie, you left too early, too suddenly.
I hope you can rest in peace and be happy in another world, I hope you can continue to dance your favorite dance and continue to show your most beautiful smile. I hope you can see how much we miss and appreciate you. I want you to know that you will always be my dearest sister, my best friend, and my most beautiful dancer. ”
Liu Xiaoqing also posted a photo of them once together, in which the two snuggled together, smiling very happily. There is also a still from Empress Dowager Cixi and Concubine Li in "Burning the Old Summer Palace", which is their first collaboration and the beginning of their friendship.
The friendship between Zhou Jie and Liu Xiaoqing is a beautiful light that will never fade, although they are in two places, they have a common heart. Although they are in two worlds, their emotions are constant, and although they are in two lives, art is not dead.
Zhou Jie is gone, but she has deep feelings and rewards for the motherland and society, she uses her art, spreads Chinese culture, shows China's image, enhances Sino-foreign friendship, and uses her spirit and works to inspire countless people, serve social welfare, and give back to the public.
Zhou Jie is full of admiration and gratitude for the motherland and society, she once said: "I am a lucky person, I was born in a great country, I grew up in a prosperous society.
I am grateful to the Party and the country for giving me the opportunity and platform to realize my dance dream. I thank the society and people for their support and encouragement, allowing me to move towards a broader stage. I am willing to use my art and spirit to repay the motherland and society, and to all those who have cared for and helped me. ”
Epilogue:
Although Zhou Jie has left us, her dance and smile will remain in our memories forever, and Liu Xiaoqing is still active on the stage, using her acting skills and charm to continue to convey art and friendship.
We are full of respect and gratitude for them, and we are also full of blessings and expectations for them, may Zhou Jie rest in heaven, Liu Xiaoqing be happy on earth, may their friendship be immortal forever, and their stories will always be passed down.