Famous Chinese Broadcaster Dies of Myocardial Infarction While Exercising with a Cold

"Sudden Death" Condolences Continue
"Never Take a Cold Lightly"

Li Lin (42), a famous radio host in China, has reportedly died suddenly from a heart attack during exercise, shocking local netizens.

According to Chinese online media such as 'Sina News,' the news of Li's death was announced on the official Weibo (Chinese Twitter) account on the 3rd (local time).

The message stated that Li "collapsed due to a sudden myocardial infarction while exercising the previous evening (the 2nd)." At the time, Li appeared to have pushed through exercise despite having a cold.

Li Lin, a famous Chinese radio host nicknamed "General Li," passed away from a myocardial infarction on the 2nd (local time) while exercising with a cold.
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The message also said, "Listeners liked to call him 'General Li,'" and mourned, "He had been in the industry for 20 years and was a person with boldness, sincerity, humility, and a restrained character."

It added, "His departure is a great loss to Chongqing's broadcasting and hosting industry," emphasizing, "Life is never easy. Cherish every day you live, and always treat those around you, your family, and friends well."

Li was known as a veteran in the industry, having worked as a radio and TV host for about 20 years in Chongqing, a directly governed municipality in the southwestern region of China. He was reportedly very popular locally due to his uniquely cheerful hosting style and humble personality, and the radio programs he hosted were well-received by listeners.

He majored in English at university and once shared in an interview, "I worked as an interpreter and film translator before becoming a singer. Later, I worked as a tour guide before entering radio hosting," explaining how he entered the broadcasting industry.

In fact, Li utilized his major by hosting radio programs that helped with language learning locally.

After the news of Li's death spread, tributes poured in from netizens in China. There were also warnings not to take even minor illnesses like colds or body aches lightly. Reactions included, "It's so sudden that General Li is gone," "Never treat a cold as a minor illness," and "Pay attention to changes in your body and seek medical care immediately."

This content was produced with the assistance of AI translation services.