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In September 1997, it seemed like an ordinary day, but on this day, a news came that made countless fans miserable: Ms. Yang Yaqin, an outstanding representative of Chinese film history, was only 53 years old, and left us with a tired heart due to the ruthless invasion of lung cancer.
This famous master in the Chinese film industry, who can be called a giant who inherits the past and the future, and is respected as an idol by the majority of audiences, failed to get the company and farewell of her two ex-husbands in the last stage of her life.
At Yang Yaqin's funeral, her daughter Yang Xiaojie was grief-stricken, tears raining down, and her eyes were red and swollen to the heartbreak. And the old fans who came from all over the country to attend the memorial service also burst into tears, and the tear stains on their cheeks told the traces of time.
Some were on crutches and staggered, while others were lying in wheelchairs with blank eyes. Everyone's expressions were full of sadness and loss.
Careful people found that Yang Yaqin had experienced two marriages in her life, but at the last moment of her life, none of the two husbands who had promised her to "tie the knot forever" appeared by her side.
The two men drifted away from Yang Yaqin many years ago and finally chose to part ways. To this day, they don't even have the will to see Yang Yaqin for the last time.
A senior film critic was full of emotion in an interview: "Yang Yaqin's biggest regret may be that she pursues personal emotions too much, and ignores the vast number of fans who love her deeply and regard her as an idol."
At the scene, countless fans looked at each other, and their eyes met to reveal disappointment and anger. Many people have been fascinated by Yang Yaqin's screen image since childhood.
In that era of black and white images, whenever the theme song of "Bitter Cauliflower" sounded, Juanzi's unwavering gaze could always give the audience endless strength and courage. However, now, this former classic actress cannot escape the fate of being forgotten by her relatives and friends.
Just when Yang Yaqin's career was in full swing, she suddenly disappeared from the screen. Years later, people gradually learned that the life of the former bright star had fallen into deep trouble.
Suffering from long-term emotional stress, alcohol addiction, and constant anxiety and depression, Yang Yaqin's health deteriorated. Faced with this life-and-death moment, she did not hesitate to sign the consent form for surgery, and firmly chose lung resection surgery as a means of treatment.
In those long and dark years, her daughter Yang Xiaojie was like the last ray of life among her relatives, always by her mother's side, with endless filial piety and patience, warming the mother who once fought bravely on the road to pursue her dreams, but now she is physically and mentally exhausted.
"My mother often said to me after drinking: 'Xiaojie, you are really lucky, as soon as you drink, you will get drunk, unlike me who will not get drunk no matter how much I drink, but the more I drink, the more sober I become. Yang Xiaojie fondly recalled that whenever her mother said this, those gloomy eyes seemed to tell a story about the joys and sorrows of life.
Yang Xiaojie never tried to stop her mother from drinking, but held her hands tightly and patiently listened to her mother's insights and confiding in life. Until the last moment of her life, when Yang Yaqin said to her daughter with tears: "I really want to take a good look at you again", her eyes could not be opened again.
In 1944, Yang Yaqin was born in a poor family in Jinan, Shandong. Her arrival did not bring joy to the family, but instead became a heavy financial burden. The family, which already has three children, and the father, who is deeply influenced by the patriarchal concept, sets the tone of "not being valued" for the youngest daughter.
The mother was busy all day long, busy with housework, and failed to give her youngest daughter Yang Yaqin enough guidance, so she died early, leaving endless regrets. The sudden loss of family affection made Yang Yaqin enter the mature stage of life in advance in childhood.
In order to win the recognition and appreciation of her family and prove the value of her existence, Yang Yaqin has made unremitting efforts, hoping to one day become a strong pillar of her family.
Nephew Yang Jun later recalled: "My father often praised my aunt, saying that from childhood to adulthood, she was the most reassuring child in the family. She is brave and resolute and never gives up easily.
She is also always walking on thin ice, carefully observing her family's every move, which is touching.
Just when Yang Yaqin was full of joy and looking forward to her father's appreciation and affirmation with her unremitting efforts, her father, who had stood in the clouds like a god, suddenly fell ill, causing her to fall into the abyss of pain and despair in an instant.
Although her brothers and sisters reached out to Yang Yaqin in the later period and gave endless care, she still used a tenacious mask to build a high wall, wrapping the eager heart that longed for her father's approval layer by layer, turning it into a secret that no one could touch, which was deeply imprinted in her heart.
At the age of 15, the god of fate opened a new door for Yang Yaqin. A friend was ecstatic to hold her hand and go to the avant-garde drama troupe of the Jinan Military Region to participate in an interview. Despite the confusion and helplessness in her heart, Yang Yaqin still bravely sang a moving song and delivered a touching heartfelt speech.
Her fearless and powerful posture and beautiful singing voice shocked the judges and finally honored to be selected as a member of the repertory troupe.
Although she was only an insignificant staff member of the costume and props team when she first joined the repertory troupe, Yang Yaqin devoted all her spare time to watching the rehearsals of her predecessors and humbly asking for advice.
Her hard work was finally rewarded handsomely in a pivotal performance, when an actress was unexpectedly unable to take the stage, but she stepped forward and won warm applause from the audience with her superb acting skills.
In 1961, Tang Yingqi, the famous director of Bayi Film Studio, and Xu Da came to Shandong to shoot the movie "Mine Warfare". Although they have summoned many outstanding actors such as Bai Dajun and Zhang Changrui, the suitable candidate for the role of "Sister-in-law Tian" has never been finalized.
Yang Yaqin threw herself into the role, and her outstanding performance was eye-catching, and she became famous overnight. However, with the departure of the crew, she still stuck to the position of costume and props management, as if she fell into a short silence.
Until 1964, director Tang Yingqi joined hands with Li Ang again and gathered in Jinan to prepare for the filming of "Bitter Cauliflower". He personally invited Yang Yaqin to play the role of the heroine "Juanzi" by name.
Yang Yaqin, who was only 20 years old, took over this responsibility without hesitation, in order to shape the role more perfectly, she strictly controlled her diet and carried out a lot of physical training, and finally succeeded in showing the thin but energetic figure of "Juanzi".
What is particularly interesting is that Yang Yaqin has unreservedly integrated the strong will derived from her inner emotions into the lifelike character of "Juanzi". With her indomitable fighting spirit, Juanzi deduced the incomparably moving light and perseverance of women in the film, which deeply touched the hearts of the audience.
After the release of the movie "Bitter Cauliflower", it attracted widespread attention from all walks of life, especially when the heart-pounding theme song of the same name sounded, Juanzi's firm and powerful eyes undoubtedly gave people endless courage and encouragement.
Countless viewers were moved to tears, deeply remembering this role, and also expressing their sincere admiration for the superb acting skills of the actor Yang Yaqin In 1965, she emerged in her new job and became the leading actress in the limelight.
Yang Yaqin has experienced two marriages in her life, but unfortunately, these marriages ended in failure, bringing indelible scars to her heart.
The first marriage took place in 1966, a special historical period. This unprecedented movement has gradually spread to all fields, including writers, traditional opera figures, experts and scholars, and even actors and other literary and artistic workers.
Just when others were eyeing Yang Yaqin, under the recommendation of the leader, she quickly entered the marriage hall with a soldier with a superior background and good conduct.
"The effect is so great that those who have tried to find fault have disappeared without a trace. Yang Yaqin recalled that this marriage was like a protective umbrella, resisting many storms for her.
Soon after, she welcomed her lovely daughter Yang Xiaojie. In order to protect this newly established family and make it a safe haven in the true sense of the word, Yang Yaqin decided to manage this marriage wholeheartedly.
The marriage came too hastily, and both parties did not have enough time to understand and run in. They soon realize that there are huge differences and personality differences between them that cannot be ignored.
The husband expects his wife to be a virtuous and gentle woman, gentle and considerate, self-controlled, and focused on household chores, creating a stable rear position for him.
However, Yang Yaqin has an independent personality and a unique pursuit of life, and she longs for her husband's understanding and support, respect and recognition of her unique personality traits and the acting career she loves.
Yang Xiaojie highly praised her mother, 'Her dream has always been to find a marriage partner with deep feelings and similar hearts, knowing that life should not only be limited to trivial family matters, but should also actively pursue the deepest desire and longing for love in her heart.
Since neither side is willing to back down half a step, the contradictions are intensifying. In the end, after a fierce dispute, Yang Yaqin lost control of her emotions, angrily picked up the honorary certificates and audio-visual materials that had made her proud, and smashed them all mercilessly.
After that conflict, my mother resolutely filed for divorce, resolutely choosing to end the marriage that had long since existed in name. Yang Xiaojie recalled that although she was still young at that time, this memory was deeply imprinted in her heart.
"I don't think my mother can bear the pain of being seen as 'worthless' anymore. "
So Yang Yaqin took her daughter away from the safe haven that should have been their warmth, and devoted herself wholeheartedly to her career. However, just as her career was at its peak, a star-obsessed Hong Kong businessman suddenly burst into her life.
The man was deeply fascinated by Yang Yaqin's demeanor on the screen, and he took the initiative to launch a fierce offensive. Soon after, the two fell in love and entered the palace of marriage. At first, the time was full of sweetness, and Hong Kong businessmen took good care of Yang Yaqin, and even regarded Yang Xiaojie as their own.
They often discuss the art of cinema together, and even talk about it while walking along the river. Yang Yaqin is full of hope that this is the sincere love she has been looking for, unreserved, mutual appreciation and respect.