Xu Jiao: From "Star Girl" to a new chapter in her life, she has an indissoluble bond with Stephen Chow
In the bright galaxy, there is a particularly shining star, she is Xu Jiao - the youngest "star girl" who collaborated with Stephen Chow in "Yangtze River No. 7". Back then, when she was only nine years old, she played the role of Stephen Chow's son Zhou Xiaodi, and became the focus of attention overnight. However, behind this light is the story of Xu Jiao's persistence and growth, and it is also a testimony of her deep friendship with Stephen Chow.
When Stephen Chow was selected among countless young actors, Xu Jiao's appearance seemed to be destined. Stephen Chow saw the agility and perseverance in her, and also saw the shadow of his childhood. Although Xu Jiao was resistant to playing a tomboy, with the encouragement of her family, she chose to challenge herself and embarked on the road of acting.
The success of "Yangtze River No. 7" has made Xu Jiao the focus of attention. With her outstanding performance, she has been recognized by many awards, and was even recognized by Stephen Chow as her goddaughter. However, just when her career was in full swing, fate gave her an unexpected blow. In 2015, Xu Jiao was diagnosed with a benign mediastinal tumor that required surgery. This sudden news brought her acting career into a trough.
At this critical moment, Stephen Chow's care and support gave Xu Jiao great strength. He encouraged Xu Jiao to let go of the confusion in front of her and pursue her dreams and studies. With Stephen Chow's encouragement, Xu Jiao decided to suspend her acting career and devote herself to studying. She chose to study abroad and start from scratch to lay a solid foundation for her future.
On the road of learning, Xu Jiao did not forget her hobbies and dreams. She regained her love for hanfu and painting, and found her own niche through these hobbies. In her own way, she showed the world a more diverse and rich Xu Jiao.
In September last year, Xu Jiao announced her return to Stephen Chow's company to start a new acting career. She gave Stephen Chow the Qizai doll in "Yangtze River No. 7" as a meeting gift, symbolizing the unchanging friendship and common memories between the two. After fifteen years, Xu Jiao and Stephen Chow are working together again to write a new chapter together.
Regarding the rumors that Stephen Chow wrote Xu Jiao into his will, although it is difficult to distinguish between truth and falsehood, it is enough to see the deep relationship between the two. Stephen Chow's recognition and support for Xu Jiao is not only because of her achievements in her acting career, but also because of her perseverance and courage to challenge. This spirit is also what Stephen Chow has always advocated - no matter what difficulties and challenges he faces, he must stick to his dreams and beliefs.
Xu Jiao's story tells us a truth: on the road of life, we may encounter all kinds of challenges and difficulties, but as long as we have the courage to face, challenge, and persevere, we will be able to find our own direction and goals, and realize our dreams and values. At the same time, the friendship between Xu Jiao and Stephen Chow also makes us feel the importance of sincere emotions and mutual support between people. This emotion is our most valuable asset in life, and it is also the source of motivation for us to keep moving forward.