70-Year-Old TV Icon Zeng Zhiwei Undergoes Surgery in Secret, Daughter Confirms Successful Operation

According to media reports, the renowned 70-year-old TV personality Zeng Zhiwei recently underwent a discreet surgery at an upscale hospital in Taipei.

Zeng Zhiwei's daughter, the well-known host Zeng Baoyi, conveyed through her agent, "It was an operation for an arterial aneurysm, and fortunately, the surgery went smoothly. Thank you for your concern."

Zeng Baoyi had previously revealed her father's history of gout, with the first onset occurring while the two were recording a show in Europe. At that time, Zeng Zhiwei had to rely on a wheelchair for almost the entire duration. However, she also mentioned that Zeng Zhiwei had been practicing self-control for the sake of his health, saying, "He drinks much less now, though sometimes he doesn't listen."

Just recently, Zeng Zhiwei made an appearance at the farewell concert of the band "Wen Na," but unexpected news of his hospitalization and surgery emerged. Zeng Baoyi discreetly stated through her agent, "He had a stent inserted this time, and the surgery went very smoothly. Thank you all for your concern! He's in the process of recovery." As for further details about his condition, Zeng Baoyi preferred not to elaborate.

In response, Huang Dehui, Director of the Communications Department at the television company, informed the media, "General Manager Zeng Zhiwei is currently on leave due to personal reasons."