Wai Ching Ho, actress of 'Daredevil' and 'Iron Fist', dies at age 82 Disclosure Wai Ching Ho, known for her work in the Marvel cinematic universe, has died at age 82. The actress' death was confirmed by her family to the Hollywood Reporter. They did not state the cause. "Her family is deeply grateful for the incredible outpouring of love and support, as well as the many beautiful messages and memories people have shared about our beloved Wai. Knowing how much she meant to so many people brings us comfort at this difficult time," the family said in a statement. Born in Hong Kong, Wai Ching Ho studied acting at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in New York. Throughout his career, Wai Ching Ho participated in dozens of films, soap operas and stages. His film debut was in "Um Conquistador em Apuros" (1990), a comedy in which he starred alongside Robin Williams. The actress stood out as the powerful crime boss Madame Gao in Daredevil (2015). She also returned with the character in Iron Fist (2017) and The Defenders (2017). On her resume, the actress also voiced Grandma Wu in the animation "Red: Growing Up is a Beast" and made appearances in "Lei & Ordem", "Only Murders in the Building", among other works.