Hong Kong famous horse-racing commentator Bill Tung (董驃) is figthing his illness, he has been troubled by illness since last September. Best wishes and get well soon Uncle Bill.
Bill Tung or Tung Biu, often regarded as Uncle Bill is the most popular horse-racing commentator and show host in Hong Kong. His humor and bold critics on his show has managed to attract lots of fans, some of his audience don’t even race horses.
Bill Tung was acting in some movies as well, including the popular “It’s a Mad, Mad, Mad World” (富貴迫人)with Lydia Sum (沈殿霞) in 1980s. Internationally he is probably well known as Inspector Bill Wong as Jacky Chan’s superior in movie “Police Story” and also co-starring Jacky Chan in a few other earlier movies.
For the past few years Bill Tung has spent most of his time in Macau as a show host and horse trainer and managed to become a championship horse trainer.
Get well soon Uncle Bill!
UPDATE!
Bill Tung passed away on Feb-22, 2006 at age of 73. RIP Uncle Bill.
February 23rd, 2006 at 4:49 pm
Bill Tung was a legend, a superstar. His demise is hard to fathom. He is irreplaceable and indisputedly Hong Kong’s most famous son in the horse racing world. He stood for what is right and would never fail to condemn a wrong, the sort of courage and talent no other personality in his own field ever possesses. He will be sorely missed, Our deepest condolences to his family and all those who were closest to him. Bill will be forever remembered as a gift to this territory.
February 23rd, 2006 at 10:39 pm
may he rest in peace. he will be remembered always .
February 23rd, 2006 at 11:34 pm
loh.. very well said, Uncle Bill is definitely one of the icon of his generation.
benny.. thanks for the kind words.
I believe people who knows Bill Tung will remember him always.. may him rest in peace.
February 24th, 2006 at 10:41 am
Thank you for recognizing my grandfather.
February 24th, 2006 at 11:51 am
You are welcome.. stay strong and stay proud, your grandfather was a great person.
February 24th, 2006 at 4:18 pm
Well remembered in New Zealand too. RIP Bill
February 25th, 2006 at 2:59 am
Truly a man of many talents, he will be sorely missed.
March 4th, 2006 at 1:15 pm
As a Chinese person, who was born in HongKong, and who always dreaming of making movie opposite Mr Tung Bill!! When i hear about his death 6 days ago, i can’t believe it myself..i was sadden by this, of course..Anyway, he was one of my favourite actors of all time.. He was a legend from “horse callings” to becoming an “uncle” popstar to everyone in the media world of Hong Kong’s..
my deepest sympathy to his big family.. this one is for Tung Bill’s kids,”Eventhough i don’t know your dad that well, please accept my condolences for your father’s death..”
ps. he will be sorely missed terribly.. hope he will be alright in “heaven’s world” soon..um, i love you, “uncle”Bill
March 8th, 2006 at 5:43 pm
Our beloved Uncle Bill, we missed you so much. I’m so proud that he is recognized by so many people. Besides being talented, he was so kind and loving too. We will always love you and remember you. So rest in peace.
March 13th, 2006 at 6:52 pm
i would like to know from bill tung’s immediate family or whatever source the date of Uncle Bill’s funeral so that, time permitting, i would like to attend to pay him the trubute he deserves. thanks for a kind reply to the above email
March 13th, 2006 at 7:07 pm
I have known Uncle Bill since 1980 ( 26 years ago ). I should be in HK today ( 13th March ) to attend his memorial services. But regretfully, due to my work commitments in the forthcoming F1 races in KL, I am not able to attend in person. I was to meet up with Uncle Bill during the Chinese New Year. Despite his failing health, he insisted on picking me up at HKIA. Regretfully, due to my tight schedule, the meeting never materialise. I take this opportunity to convey my condolences and heartfelt personal lose of an extremely dear friend to Shirley, Hoong Yee, Ben and the rest of Uncle Bill’s family. Farewell Uncle Bill. I miss you!
March 13th, 2006 at 7:09 pm
Bill Tung will be having his funeral on 14-March 2006.
The ceremony will be open to the public at 9am for paying tributes.
(The ceremony will be held in 香港紅磡世界殯儀館)
March 13th, 2006 at 7:13 pm
Uncle Bill ’s memorial services is today ( 13th March ). His funeral services is Tuesday ( 14th March ) morning.
March 13th, 2006 at 7:29 pm
Thank for the note Peter, from what I can find the public can still pay the tributes on 14th morning.. not 100% sure as I’m not in Hong Kong as well.
The most important is that Uncle Bill will always be remembered and we can pay our tributes simply by keeping him forever in memories and in our heart.
March 14th, 2006 at 5:49 pm
Today is the date 14/3 for Uncle Bill.. um, i prayed to him in Spirit-land, eventhough he doesn’t know me and i don’t know him that well..this is what i said,”Uncle Bill. I am Pui-Pui Wong, who is Jackie Chan’s fan and please look after everyone that you have as friends or not, eventhough i don’t know you that well, can you look after me in heaven-land, please? I love you” then it’s started to rain, where i am. (in Sydney) That time was at 6:55am..
So, i suppose “Uncle”Bill’s spirit has answered me with crying..
March 17th, 2006 at 3:21 am
Well.. everything came to an end for Uncle Bill.
When we see people like Jackie Chan, Jacky Cheung, Eric Tsang and hundreds of fans mourning for Uncle Bill, we know how much he was loved.
It’s sad to see a legend leaving us, but everyone will have their day sooner or later. What matters is the way we are remembered after we are gone.
As for Uncle Bill.. it sounds funny but it’s quite a splendid way to leave the world.
March 31st, 2006 at 3:40 pm
we all love U, uncle Bill!!
We miss U, miss your voice, uncle!!
U’ll be in our heart!!!
June 13th, 2006 at 4:12 am
Good bye Uncle Bill, Thank you for the laughs!! We will miss your presents, your voice, your wit, and most of all YOU!
Rest In Peace
Guyton, Georgia
June 13th, 2006 at 4:39 am
Hi buddy clayton, suprise to see someone giving their kind words for Uncle Bill here after months of his departure. This probably showed that Uncle Bill will be remembered for quite a long time..
September 24th, 2006 at 10:47 pm
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July 18th, 2008 at 6:40 am
Maybe it’s not actual anymore, but I’ll miss funny movies, jokes with Uncle Bill and hop to have more actors like him. From Poland