06/06/2026
Chinese actor , also known as , is said to have passed away.
On the evening of June 5, a message regarding "actor being found dead suddenly at home in Hengdian" rapidly spread across . The source of the leak pointed to a blogger named "Cheng Guang Xi 851," who claimed that was discovered dead at his home in Hengdian on the afternoon of June 5, at the young age of 33. A reporter from Red Star News learned from several industry professionals in Hengdian that Jin Ze passed away on June 5, although the specific cause remains unclear.
Neither himself, his studio, his agency, nor his family have issued any refutation, any death statements, or formal confirmations. Following the spread of the rumors, 's account showed signs of activity, but no content or denial statements were posted. Screenshots circulating online indicate that fellow short drama actor seemed to acknowledge the news when responding to fan inquiries. Some industry professionals in Hengdian expressed their condolences through private channels, stating, "Friends in Hengdian are all aware."
A strong call for clarification from fans and netizens flooded the related topics, urging 's studio or family to come forward and clarify, hoping this is just a misunderstanding. Shock and disbelief as netizens were stunned by the sudden rumor of 's passing at just 33 years old, frequently mentioning his acting performances in dramas like " and ."
, originally named Zhang Jiawei, was born on January 30, 1994, in Weihai, Shandong Province. He graduated from Beijing Institute of Fashion Technology, starting as a model before transitioning to acting.
In 2015, he participated in the Milan Autumn/Winter Fashion Week runway show and received a nomination for Best Professional Fashion Model of the Year. Since 2019, he has gradually entered the film and television industry, starting with long dramas and later shifting to the rapidly developing micro-short drama field.
