You Benchang: key obituary facts
Is You Benchang dead? Yes. You Benchang died on September 24, 2026, at age 93.
Cause of death: You Benchang's cause of death has not been publicly confirmed.
What was You Benchang known for?
He was a Chinese actor (1933–2026).
More about You Benchang
Born: 16 September 1933.
Place of birth: Taizhou.
Gender: male.
Occupation: actor, television actor.
Nationality: People's Republic of China.
Education: Shanghai Theatre Academy.
Notable work: Ji Gong, Blossoms Shanghai.
Awards: Golden Eagle Award for Best Actor.
Also known as: Benchang You.
Years active: 1959–present.
You Benchang, a Chinese actor known for playing Ji Gong in the television series Ji Gong, died on September 24, 2026, aged 93.
Born in Taizhou on September 16, 1933, he studied at the Shanghai Theatre Academy and later became one of Chinese television’s recognized performers. His portrayal of the folk monk Ji Gong brought him wide attention and earned him the Best Actor Award at the 4th Golden Eagle Awards.
In later years, he remained active on screen, with credits including Blossoms Shanghai.