In the spring of 2021, a burst of sad news stirred up layers of turmoil in the entertainment industry - the highly praised veteran actor Zhang Shaohua passed away at the age of 75.
, a well-known "mother professional" in the drama and film and television industries, couldn't resist the ruthless destruction of the years after all, and left her beloved stage.
Zhang Huibao, who learned the bad news, seemed to have his whole soul hollowed out. What comes to mind is the bits and pieces of him and his beloved wife, from acquaintance to walking side by side, a steady stream of warm moments between them are looped in my mind.
As Zhang Shaohua's lifelong partner, he can no longer look forward to his wife's return from the outdoors as before, waiting for her soft greetings and warm hugs at home.
It wasn't until Zhang Shaohua's aftermath was completed that Zhang Huibao realized an irresistible sense of loneliness. He stubbornly stuck to the small 40-square-meter old house, snuggling up to his wife's life.
Every time I stared at Zhang Shaohua's posthumous portrait, tears poured out, my eyes were moist, and my heart was like a knife. This old man began the rest of his long life alone.
to the age of acquaintance and love
Time flies, and we have to turn the pointer of the story back to Beijing in the 40s of the last century. In that turbulent era, a girl born in a civilian family was born - she is Zhang Shaohua.
Zhang Shaohua, who grew up in a poor family, has an unexpected enthusiasm for art, especially the fascinating art of opera, which makes her diligently pursue and desire to be able to kiss Fangze.
With a full vision for the stage, 13-year-old Zhang Shaohua resolutely applied for the China Ping Theater, thus starting his long and tortuous acting career.
In the blink of an eye, the time came to the early eighties. A young man from the Northeast - Zhang Huibao is as delicate as splashing ink, and suddenly bloomed on the stage of the capital's entertainment industry.
Like Zhang Shaohua, Zhang Huibao is also a member of the theater review. In this way, the two met in the dilapidated dormitory building, and became more and more familiar with each other, and gradually fell in love.
There is no need for a splendid ceremony, no heavy gold ring, and a pure love that is affectionate and polite arises spontaneously between this middle-aged couple. Every Saturday and Sunday, the people around them either return home or go out to play, only they silently stay in the dormitory, talk and laugh in the cold and uninhabited water room, and talk to each other heartily.
The simple proposal and married life of the two
Perhaps it was God's merciful arrangement, on a seemingly ordinary day, Zhang Huibao learned the news that Zhang Shaohua had a high fever in bed and was tired, and hurriedly hurried back to the dormitory with three steps and two steps.
At that moment, he seemed to see his wife's trembling and haggard figure in pain, and his heart was full of indescribable pity and unbearable.
So, Zhang Huibao tirelessly boiled rock sugar pear soup for her, hoping that this sweet soup could bring her a touch of coolness and strength. In that cold winter, he walked almost all over the vegetable markets and hawker stalls in Beijing, just to find the last fine pear by hand.
In the face of Zhang Huibao's considerate care and diligent care, Zhang Shaohua was like a warm and warm heart, and was deeply moved.
In order to thank Zhang Huibao for his careful care, Zhang Shaohua specially boiled a pot of fragrant and rich and sweet Laba porridge to celebrate this traditional festival.
In this way, after countless times of mutual care and warmth, they finally understood who they loved the most in their hearts.
In 1982, Ping Theater specially vacated a small 40-square-meter courtyard house for Zhang Shaohua and Zhang Huibao as their new house, so the two started their own new family life here.
Although the space is small and sloppy, it cannot hide their yearning for a better life. They have never complained about this non-human condition, but sincerely thank God for this plain and warm gift.
When night fell, the two would always walk shoulder to shoulder, arm in arm, back to their humble but warm nest. After a simple dinner, they sat together, gossiped, and shared the details of each other's lives.
There is no extravagant enjoyment, but this simple and simple stay together is full of happiness.
Later, a lively and lovely boy was born, and their lives were finally completed.
But it is a special profession of an artist, who has to tour for a long time, and misses the precious stage of accompanying the child's growth.
Until now, Zhang Shaohua is haunted by this, and said with self-blame: "My son and I have never been able to establish a strong mother-son friendship.
Highlight of artistic achievement
In the crew's simple supporting role opportunities again and again, Zhang Shaohua gradually emerged with persistent efforts and perseverance. During this period, she starred in many excellent drama reviews such as "Yang Sanjie's Complaint" and "Flowers as the Matchmaker", etc., which became famous and increased in popularity day by day.
In 1998, Zhang Shaohua co-starred with acting star Zhang Fengyi, popular idol Chen Xiaochun and many other powerful movie stars in the word-of-mouth masterpiece "Dragon Hall".
As a result, Zhang Shaohua's career has entered a new stage of development. No matter what role she plays, even if it is just an obscure small supporting role, she will go all out to portray the character vividly and vividly.
The audience sincerely admired her dedication to the theater career, as well as her consistent rigorous, pragmatic and excellence-seeking work attitude.
At home, although Zhang Shaohua travels all over the year round, she always finds time to fly back to her husband and nourish the deep affection of this marriage flower with her unique gentleness and thoughtfulness.
In contrast, Zhang Huibao's personality is more anxious and straightforward, and he often has an explosive side when encountering problems. And whenever this happens, Zhang Shaohua will soothe her with a soft tone and a calm attitude, and use her innate delicacy and thoughtfulness to heal her husband's restlessness.
The personalities of the two gradually complemented each other perfectly, making their marriage road smooth.
It is Zhang Shaohua's persistent study of the actor's career and his dedication to the interpretation of the role that make the classic "old lady" images vividly presented on the screen, which are deeply loved and sought after by the audience.
For example, in "Mansion Gate", she plays the great mother Ma Liqiu, who cares about her children and grandchildren, abandons all fame and fortune, and only wants her children and grandchildren; In "The Book of Love: The Oil Seller", she is incarnated as a greedy and cunning philistine brothel boss Wang Jiuma.
Each of these characters has its own characteristics, but all of them are impressive.
In 2005, Zhang Shaohua won the Best Actress Award at the 11th Shanghai TV Festival "Magnolia Award" for her role as a cat grandmother in the urban drama "Infinite Vitality".
At that time, she had already entered the age of sixties, but she was still old and strong. When ordinary actors reach this age, it is more or less difficult to completely get rid of the burden of the years, but Zhang Shaohua is becoming more and more popular, and won this important honor with his superb acting skills.
After winning the award, Zhang Shaohua's work invitations were like hemp and willows, and he was overwhelmed. Sometimes, in a year, she needs to shoot six films at the same time.
She cherishes every opportunity to perform, loves and supports the audience, and always has a grateful heart.
No matter when and where, as long as there are fans who love her and ask for autographs or group photos, Zhang Shaohua will always gladly agree, warm and friendly.