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Teresa Teng was a Taiwanese singer, renowned as one of the most influential and beloved Asian pop icons of the 20th century.Born in Taiwan, Teng achieved phenomenal fame across East and Southeast Asia, particularly in Japan, China, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, South Korea, Thailand, and Vietnam. Her career spanned over three decades, producing timeless hits characterized by her sweet, crystal-clear voice. Despite her massive popularity, her career faced political complications, especially regarding performances in mainland China during the Cold War era. She tragically died from a severe asthma attack while on vacation in Thailand.

• Teng suffered from chronic asthma throughout her life, a condition that significantly impacted her health and performances and ultimately led to her untimely death.
• Her career faced a major setback in 1979 during the 'Passport Incident' in Japan. Teng was accused of using an allegedly forged Indonesian passport to enter Japan. She was detained and barred from re-entering Japan for over a year, forcing the cancellation of a major tour.
• Teng's death in 1995 at the Chiang Mai Plaza Hotel in Thailand was sudden and caused by a severe asthma attack. She was found collapsed in her room. The loss was met with immense shock and grief across Asia.