Mandopop singer David Huang, famous for popular songs including You Make Me Drunk, passed away on June 2 at the age of 61, his family confirmed through a legal representative. The Hong Kong-born artist died at his sister's residence in Honolulu, Hawaii, though the exact cause has not been disclosed.
In a statement released by his sisters Consulina Wong and Joann Wong, the family praised Huang's decades-long contribution to music. "For decades, Mr David Huang has enriched countless lives with his extraordinary musical talent, boundless passion and innate ability to connect people across the world," the statement said, expressing appreciation for public support throughout his career.
Huang launched his music career in 1988 following his relocation to Hawaii at age three. Beyond You Make Me Drunk, he achieved success with other recordings such as Let Everyone Heartbroken and garnered recognition at the Golden Melody Awards for Best Arranger. In August 2022, he underwent hospitalisation following cardiac discomfort and received cardiac catheterisation treatment, though he had previously reported no chronic health conditions.
According to the legal statement, Huang relocated from Taiwan to Hawaii in December 2025 to reside with his sisters. The statement indicated that his sisters are designated as sole heirs to his personal estate, with his musical assets managed by the law firm issuing the announcement.
The arrangement has sparked controversy. Vicky Chao, Huang's longtime girlfriend and manager, disputed the announcement's validity when approached by Chinese media. Chao rejected both the law firm's appointment and the family statement as lacking legal standing, and indicated intentions to pursue legal action regarding the matter.
