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Former M'sian child actor dies at 25

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December 10, 2025, 12:11 PM

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Former Malaysian child actor William Yap has died at 25.

According to Malaysian media reports, Yap passed away on Dec. 8.

He was best known for his work in the live-action adaptation of the popular comic Kokko and May.

The movie also featured Singaporean star Edmund Chen.

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Here's a trailer for the 2013 movie.

The news was also shared by Kokko and May creator Eddie See.

He said Yap had passed away due to an illness.

See also paid tribute in a follow-up post.

Yap's funeral will be held on Dec. 11, 2025.

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