Liu Huan, prominent Chinese singer and educator, dies at 63

Liu Huan Chinese singer Beijing Olympics music educator Mandopop

Renowned Chinese singer and educator Liu Huan passed away in Shanghai on September 25, 2026, at the age of 63. His death was confirmed by the University of International Business and Economics (UIBE), where he served as an associate professor for over 30 years before retiring in 2023.

Liu Huan was a major figure in Mandopop, known for iconic theme songs such as ‘Heroes’ Song’ from ‘The Water Margin’ and his performance of the 2008 Beijing Olympics theme ‘You and Me’ alongside Sarah Brightman. He also achieved success as a mentor on reality shows like ‘The Voice of China’ and won the title of ‘Singer King’ on ‘Singer 2019’.

Reports indicate he had been battling long-term health issues, including heart disease and avascular necrosis of the femoral head. In accordance with his final wishes, his family is keeping funeral arrangements simple, with no public memorial services or funeral committees being established. His widow, Lu Lu, and various colleagues in the music industry have expressed profound grief over his passing.

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[○ 1 SOURCE] Liu Huan performed the Olympic theme song ‘You and Me’ with Sarah Brightman during the 2008 Beijing Olympics opening ceremony.
[● 2 SOURCES] He established the ‘Liu Huan Original Music Public Welfare Fund’ to support the development of Chinese original music.
[● 3 SOURCES] Per his wishes, funeral arrangements will be kept simple, with no funeral committee, farewell ceremony, or memorial service held.
[● 3 SOURCES] Liu Huan was 63 years old at the time of his death.
[○ 1 SOURCE] Liu Huan served as a mentor on the reality music competition show ‘The Voice of China’ in 2014.
[● 3 SOURCES] The University of International Business and Economics confirmed that retired teacher and musician Liu Huan passed away in Shanghai on September 25 at 9:52 AM.
[● 3 SOURCES] Liu Huan was an associate professor at UIBE for approximately 30 years. www.cnnbrasil.com.br · www.areavip.com.br · time.news
[● 2 SOURCES] Per his wishes, there will be no formal funeral committee or memorial service. www.cnnbrasil.com.br · time.news
[● 2 SOURCES] The specific cause of death has not been disclosed. www.areavip.com.br · time.news
[● 3 SOURCES] Liu Huan performed the 2008 Beijing Olympics theme song 'You and Me' with Sarah Brightman. www.cnnbrasil.com.br · www.areavip.com.br · time.news
[● 3 SOURCES] Liu Huan died in Shanghai at 09:52 on September 25 at the age of 63. www.cnnbrasil.com.br · www.areavip.com.br · time.news
[○ 1 SOURCE] Liu Huan was diagnosed with avascular necrosis approximately ten years ago. www.areavip.com.br