Li Xuejian, a veteran actor with a good reputation in the Chinese film and television industry, is highly respected for his profound acting skills and superb interpretation of his role. However, in recent years, the way he speaks has attracted public attention and discussion. This change is mainly due to the fact that in 2000 he was diagnosed with nasopharyngeal carcinoma, a malignant tumor that affects the nasopharyngeal area and whose ** process can cause damage to the vocal cords.
First of all, let's be clear: Li Xuejian's voice change is not the result of his personal choice or control. Nasopharyngeal carcinoma and its ** had an irreversible effect on his vocal cords, which caused him to sometimes appear slurred when expressing. Despite this, Li Xuejian did not back down, he still actively participated in the filming of film and television works, showing an actor's dedication and love for art.
Li Xuejian's acting career began in 1978, and he has created many unforgettable roles in many film and television works, such as Song Dacheng in "Desire", Song Jiang in "Water Margin", etc. His acting skills are loved by the audience and have won him many honors and awards. Even after his voice was damaged, he still relied on his acting power to successfully portray a series of complex and changeable characters, such as Zhang Zuolin in "The Young Marshal" and Feng Jingyao in "New Shanghai Beach".
Some may question why an actor with a damaged voice continues to act, and some even accuse him of "usurping resources". However, this view ignores the fact that Li Xuejian was able to continue to get roles because his acting skills and deep understanding of the role were still recognized by the director and the audience. His existence is not to occupy resources, but the demand of the market and the audience for him.
In addition, Li Xuejian's situation also inspires us to reflect on the diversity of actors' careers and artistic expressions. The value of an actor lies not only in the clarity of his voice, but also in the authenticity of his performance, the transmission of emotions and the shaping of his character. Li Xuejian uses his experience to tell us that even in the face of difficulties, an actor's professionalism and artistic pursuit can still transcend the limitations of the body.