Yuki Hsu Refuses to Discuss Da S’s Children, Says ‘Ask Her Father and Mother’ During Live Stream Amid Death Threats

Taiwanese entertainment personality Mandy Ma (Ma Hsiao-mei) has publicly addressed ongoing death threats and intense public scrutiny surrounding her refusal to discuss the children of her late friend Barbie Hsu (Da S). In a series of recent livestreams, Ma stated she will no longer engage in conversations about Hsu’s two young children, directing all inquiries to the children’s father, Wang Xiaofei, and his mother, Zhang Lan.

The situation escalated after Ma received death threats following her decision to avoid commenting on the minors during live broadcasts. During one such stream, her demeanor shifted noticeably when pressed on the topic, prompting her to respond firmly: “Go ask dad and grandma.” This statement was later reiterated in subsequent appearances, where she emphasized that future questions about the children should be directed exclusively to Wang Xiaofei and Zhang Lan.

Ma’s position has been consistent across multiple platforms, including appearances on Sanli Entertainment News, star.ettoday.net, Liberty Times Entertainment, Mirror Media, and LINE TODAY. In each instance, she maintained that she has drawn a clear boundary regarding discussions involving Hsu’s children, citing the need to protect their privacy and avoid further exploitation amid ongoing family disputes.

The children in question are the offspring of Barbie Hsu and her ex-husband Wang Xiaofei. Hsu, a renowned Taiwanese actress best known for her role in the meteor garden television series, passed away in February 2025 while on vacation in Japan. According to verified reports from a Korean Broadcasting System (KBS) documentary aired in February 2026, Hsu succumbed to pneumonia that developed from a flu during her trip. Her condition worsened after taking a hot bath, which exacerbated her illness, leading to cardiac arrest while en route to the airport for her return to Taiwan. Despite 14 hours of resuscitation efforts, she did not regain consciousness.

Hsu was 48 years old at the time of her death. She is survived by her second husband, Korean musician Koo Jun-yup, and her two children from her marriage to Wang Xiaofei. Her passing prompted widespread mourning across Taiwan and Asia, with many remembering her contributions to pop culture as both an actress and former member of the musical duo S.O.S. (Sisters of Shu) alongside her younger sister, Dee Hsu.

Since Hsu’s death, public interest in her estate and family dynamics has remained high. Reports from Taiwanese media indicated that her estate is to be divided equally between her husband’s brother-in-law and her two children, with the children’s shares managed by Wang Xiaofei until they reach adulthood. This arrangement has sparked speculation and debate online, particularly concerning the role of extended family members in overseeing the inheritance.

In response to such speculation, Hsu’s mother publicly appealed for restraint, urging fans and media to avoid “heartless and meaningless speculation” during the family’s ongoing grieving process. She expressed frustration over unverified claims regarding inheritance transfers, emphasizing that the family is not yet ready to address financial or legal matters.

Amid this backdrop, Ma has maintained her stance of not participating in discussions about the children, framing her refusal as an act of respect for their privacy and a rejection of sensationalism. She has consistently redirected attention to the legal guardians, stating that any legitimate concerns about the children’s welfare or upbringing should be addressed through appropriate channels involving their father and paternal grandmother.

As of April 24, 2026, Ma continues to uphold her boundary, declining to comment on the children during public appearances and livestreams. Her repeated insistence that questions be directed to Wang Xiaofei and Zhang Lan underscores her commitment to avoiding involvement in what she views as a private family matter, despite ongoing pressure and threats from certain segments of the public.