Kwan Cong, the 72-year-old son of late TVB actor Kwan Hoi-shan, has been spotted working as a street vendor in Taiwan. Despite his former fame as a television star in the 1970s, the retired actor now leads a quiet, independent life, maintaining three properties in Taipei and selling homemade XO sauce.
From TVB Stardom to Taipei Street Markets
Relocation and Financial Realities in Taiwan
While he initially found success, his time there was not without significant challenges; he reportedly lost over 2,000萬新台幣（約500萬港元） due to a business misfortune that left him struggling and led to a period where he relied on alcohol to numb his pain.
Despite those past professional and personal hurdles, current reports suggest Kwan is now living a stable, worry-free life. He owns three properties in prime areas of Taipei, and he has spoken in the past about assets left by his family. His current venture into street vending is characterized not by financial necessity, but as a way to experience a grounded life. He reportedly spends his leisure time practicing qigong and playing mahjong to pass the time.
Interactions with the Public
During his recent street-side appearance, Kwan displayed an approachable demeanor that left a positive impression on those who recognized him. When a customer expressed a desire to support him by purchasing his sauce, Kwan proactively suggested a deal: 你要不要買三罐，算你一千就好
(Would you like to buy three jars? I’ll charge you one thousand). When the customer noted they only had 500 New Taiwan dollars, Kwan engaged in a friendly conversation about the different flavors, specifically praising the customer’s choice of the spicy variant by remarking, 很會挑，麻辣很好吃
(You really know how to pick, the spicy flavor is very delicious).
When asked for a photograph, he reportedly responded immediately and even suggested a specific spot, stating, 那我們在這裡拍，光線比較好
(Let’s take it here, the lighting is better), a gesture described as very warm. By stepping away from the entertainment industry, Kwan has found a way to live on his own terms. As noted by one individual who shared their experience online, while the characters he once played have long since left the screen, his current commitment to living a grounded, authentic life has earned him renewed respect: 人生就是這樣，有人繼續演戲，有人努力過日子。角色會落幕，但認真生活的人，永遠值得掌聲。
(Life is like this; some continue to act, others work hard to live their days. Roles will eventually close, but those who live life earnestly are always worthy of applause.)
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