The 49-year romance between veteran actor Patrick Tse and his much younger girlfriend Coco has shocked the Hong Kong entertainment industry for years. The couple started dating in 2005, when Coco was just 20 years old, and eventually split in 2018. Recently, Coco revealed for the first time the real reason for their breakup, as well as their final conversation.
According to Coco, the two first met in 2004 at a hotel in Shanghai. Patrick Tse, dressed in an elegant suit and holding a cigar, left a strong impression on her at first sight. The next day he took the initiative to invite her to lunch. Although she initially pretended to refuse, she had already developed feelings for him and eventually accepted.
After eating, the two headed to the airport together. When the weather turned cold, Patrick Tse opened his coat to warm her hands. This small but thoughtful gesture made Coco feel his care deeply, convincing her that it was the beginning of a whirlwind romance.
Throughout his search, the veteran actor displayed charm and generosity. He once prepared a luxurious evening dress for Coco and invited her to attend an event, joking that the jewelry was “Borrowed from his daughter Jennifer Tse, so remember to return it.” Her lighthearted yet fun personality added a unique dynamic to their relationship.
Coco also revealed that her ideal type at the time was actor Alex Fong Chung-sun. On one occasion, Patrick Tse jokingly asserted her “turf”, asking who was more handsome, to which she jokingly replied that it was him “the most handsome man in Hong Kong.”
The turning point came during a hike. At that moment, Patrick Tse realized the physical and age difference between them and hoped that Coco had a better future. Although there was no formal conversation about the breakup, he encouraged her to leave Hong Kong, expand her horizons and focus on her career. Coco later returned to mainland China, engaged in business ventures, and the two gradually drifted apart.
Their last meeting took place at the end of 2018, when the news of their breakup had already spread. Coco said that after attending a party with friends, she went to see Patrick Tse. They talked for a while before he hugged her tightly and told her that he didn’t know when they would see each other again after this goodbye.
He also told her that if she ever met a good man in the future, she should take him to meet him, as he would not allow anyone to treat her badly. After a final hug, their paths parted.
Coco admitted that, deep down, she had long sensed Patrick Tse’s desire for her to have a new life. After the breakup they only remained in contact by telephone and never met again. He believes their relationship, which lasted more than a decade, was beautiful and that neither of them harmed the other.
Talking about her emotions, Coco said he shed tears many times but still cares about the relationship. For her, their love transformed over time into a family bond. When asked about her current romantic life, she shared that she is yet to find someone suitable to introduce to Patrick Tse, as he had once requested.
After largely disappearing from the public eye, Coco denied speculation that she was using the past relationship to gain attention. She stressed that she is not the type to speak ill of others or exploit private matters, especially someone who once treated her with love and kindness like Patrick Tse.
As for the rumors that she received HKD 20 million as breakup compensation, Coco did not confirm them. He explained that during their time together they shared expenses transparently and therefore asked the public not to speculate further on the matter.
Even years after the breakup, Coco continues to show respect for their past relationship. He prefers not to dwell on the negative aspects, instead considering it an important chapter in his life.
Born in 1936, Patrick Tse entered the entertainment industry in the 1950s and remains a legendary figure in Hong Kong cinema and television. He has left a lasting impression on audiences through numerous successful productions such as The flying fox of the snowy mountain, Demigods and demidevils, The legend of the Condor heroes, Shaolin footballand his iconic role as Lung Sei in Gambler’s King.
Sources: Znews
