Actress Linda Chung, who has largely stayed out of the spotlight since her 2021 medical drama “The Doctors,” returns to television with candid revelations on the Vancouver finale of Wong Cho-lam’s TVB travel series “Blue Friend, Travel Friend.” Airing this week from July 28 to 31, Chung discusses her home birth, her deep connection to motherhood, and her shift from a dedicated acting career to a family-centered life.
Home Birth Revelation
Chung, a mother of three, surprised her longtime friend Wong by sharing that she gave birth to her son at her Vancouver home, with her 10-year-old daughter present. She described catching the baby herself, calling the experience natural and beautiful. “It was raw, but it was beautiful,” she said, emphasizing her belief that life is life, no matter how messy. Wong’s visible shock contrasted with her calm demeanor, highlighting the rarity of such an intimate family event.
Motherhood as a Bond
Becoming emotional during the conversation, Chung explained that enduring childbirth was essential for connecting with her own mother. “I wanted to experience that pain to understand my mom,” she said, tearing up. Having grown up with two siblings, she sought to honor her mother’s sacrifices by going through the same process. That bond has now extended to her daughter, who told Chung she dreams of having three children and asked her mother to help care for them—a testament to the cycle of love and family.
From Actress to Family Woman
Wong recalled that Chung, once wholly devoted to her acting career, experienced a 180-degree transformation after meeting her husband Jeremy, a doctor. She told her close friend Li Ya-nan, “I found my person,” and quickly prioritized family over fame. Chung herself reflected on her childhood dream of being on TVB, inspired by actresses like Charmaine Sheh, and expressed gratitude for having realized that ambition before stepping back.
Reflections on Life and Aging
The episode concluded with Chung and Li singing “One Day,” a song Chung composed, on a Vancouver beach. Old photos showing their younger, slimmer selves drew self-deprecating humor from Chung, who joked about the inevitable signs of aging. Yet her overarching message remained clear: the beauty of life lies in authentic connections and embracing pivotal moments.
Through her openness, Chung offers a refreshing narrative on redefining success—choosing family legacy over public acclaim and finding strength in life’s rawest experiences.