Trivia

Semi-retired, now lives in London (August 2001)

Father of Carl Ng

In a 2021 interview, Richard revealed that he only had 10 per cent of his kidney function left, and had to undergo dialysis. His doctors also advised against a kidney transplant.

In 1979, Ng made his only film as director, Murder Most Foul. He also starred in the film and co-wrote it with Wong Jing.

Richard was nominated twice for Best Actor Award at the Hong Kong Film Awards for his performances in Lucky Stars and Beyond the Sunset (1989).

Ng received his education in London, England and was married to British hairdresser Susan - who worked as a hair stylist for martial arts star Bruce Lee in the 1970s. The couple share four children - live event producer Alex, professional dancer Zoe, photographer Louise and actor Carl.

According to the Malaysian media outlet, Richard had been hospitalised with several tubes connected to his body. Doctors also said they had tried to revive him when his heart stopped beating, but to no avail.

Ng was educated in London, England and returned to live in Hong Kong in 1997.

Besides Hong Kong movies, Richard has also starred in Singapore productions - such as Channel 5 sitcom Brothers 4 with Gurmit Singh and Tay Ping Hui, and has also made cameos in other comedies like Under One Roof and Sayang Sayang.