Chinese comedian Gao dies from heart attack

Gao Xiumin, a comedian known for her funny skits, died from a sudden heart attack at her home in Changchun, Northeast China's Jilin Province on August 18, 2005. Gao was popular with Chinese audience for skits played with Zhao Benshan, another big-name comedian in China. She died at 46.

Gao Xiumin (R) performs with Zhao Benshan (C) in the famous skit "Mai Guai" in a variety show on the eve of the Chinese Lunar New Year in 2001. Gao, a comedian known for her funny skits, died from a sudden heart attack at her home in Changchun, Northeast China's Jilin Province on August 18, 2005.

Relatives weep at the news of Gao Xiumin's death on August 18, 2005.