Tam Mei-kam, the mother of late Hong Kong singer Anita Mui, has died at the age of 102, according to multiple reports published on Tuesday. The Star reports that her death has brought renewed attention to the long-running family dispute over Anita Mui's estate.
AsiaOne reports that Tam choked on food before her death, citing unnamed sources. The exact date and location of her passing were not specified in the available reporting.
Tam's death marks the end of a decades-long legal battle with her daughter's estate. Anita Mui, a Cantopop icon, died in 2003 and left her fortune in a trust, reportedly to prevent her mother from squandering it. Tam repeatedly challenged the arrangement in court over the years, seeking a larger share of the inheritance.
According to Yahoo Lifestyle Singapore, a new rift has already emerged among family members over funeral arrangements. The report says relatives are divided on how to handle Tam's burial, though no further details were provided.
The Star notes that Tam's death at 102 puts the family spat "back in the spotlight," as public interest in the case had faded in recent years. RTHK, Hong Kong's public broadcaster, confirmed the death through sources but offered no additional comment.
What to watch next: whether the family can agree on funeral plans without reigniting the public disputes that defined Tam's later years.
