South China Morning Post: A Grand Celebration of Dr Lui Che-woo's 95 Years

South China Morning Post: A Grand Celebration of Dr Lui Che-woo's 95 Years

(Hong Kong – 24 September 2024) Dr Lui Che-woo, Chairman of K. Wah Group, celebrated his 95th birthday with a grand gala dinner in Hong Kong. Hosted by his five children - Mr Francis Lui, Mr Lawrence Lui, Mr Alexander Lui, Ms Paddy Lui and Ms Eileen Lui - the event welcomed luminaries from political, business, and education sectors, along with family members, friends, and senior K. Wah employees.

Thematic Celebration

The dinner theme “zhen” (珍), combining “twelve” (十二) on the left and “eighty three” (八三) on the right to represent Dr Lui’s age of 95, celebrated his precious years and life wisdom. The venue, adorned with nostalgic elements such as neon lights, shop signs, and old photos, was glamourous yet warm, reflecting respect and well wishes for Dr Lui.

Heartfelt Tributes

In his welcome speech, Mr Francis Lui, Dr Lui’s eldest son, expressed his heartfelt gratitude to the guests and shared cherished moments he had with and the precious advice from his father. Then, five families of the second generation of the Lui family narrated Dr Lui’s brilliant life stories, highlighting marriage, family, career, friends, and philanthropy. AI technology transformed old photos into videos, providing guests with an emotional journey through Dr Lui’s extraordinary yet well-grounded life.

A Memorable Performance

Dr Lui Che-woo, dressed in traditional Chinese attire and in fine fettle, addressed the guests to thunderous applause. He said, “Turning 95 years old this year, I am grateful for the blessings from heaven, allowing me to have a home full of children and grandchildren and a fulfilling life. I would like to sincerely thank my long-time friends here tonight for your care and concern for my family.”

Celebration Continues

One of the highlights was Dr Warren Mok, a friend of Dr Lui, and world-renowned tenor, performed alongside his wife Ms Bingbing Wang, a famous soprano residing in Italy, and superstar Mr George Lam. A delightful surprise was Dr Lui joining Mr George Lam to sing the Chinese classic “男兒當自強” (A Man of Determination), showing his charm and vitality and bringing joy to all the guests.

Dr Lui’s 95th birthday banquet was more than just a celebration. It was a walk down memory lane to reminisce the past and an expression of hopes for the future. It showcased Dr Lui’s accomplishments and the happy family he has, inspiring others to continue striving for a better future.