Pete Thongchua Shocked by Ray MacDonald Passing
Pete Thongchua expresses shock over the sudden passing of Ray MacDonald, revealing they met 3-4 months ago to cast him in his daughter's film.
Stock photo for illustration only, not from the actual event
- Pete Thongchua shared a lifelong bond with Ray MacDonald since childhood in Bangkok.
- They met 3-4 months ago as Pete's daughter cast Ray for an upcoming film role.
- Pete expressed deep shock and sorrow over the sudden loss of his longtime friend.
- He urged fans to dedicate prayers and merits to honor Ray MacDonald's journey.
Renowned Thai actor Pete Thongchua has opened up with deep shock and sorrow following the sudden passing of his close friend in the entertainment industry, Ray MacDonald. The actor admitted he still finds it difficult to accept the loss of someone he has been close with for decades.
Recalling their history, Pete shared that he knew Ray before the actor entered the industry, as Ray was classmates with Pete's younger brother. Around the ages of 12 to 14, Ray and other neighborhood friends frequently hung out at Pete's house in Bangkok's On Nut area, cycling and spending time together long before achieving fame.
Stock photo for illustration only, not from the actual event
Regarding their final interactions, Pete revealed they met roughly 3 to 4 months ago. During that time, Pete's daughter, Seya, had just completed a film script and specifically chose Ray for the leading role. After reviewing the material, Ray showed immense enthusiasm for the project.
"It has to be Phi Ray alone. Right now, I haven't thought about what to do next. It is so shocking and unbelievable; I still feel unaccustomed to facing everyone and the reporters asking about him not being with us anymore."
Close friends gathered to pay their final respects, with the atmosphere inside described as heavy with grief. Pete mentioned that on the very first day of Ray's passing, he lit incense and prayed for his dear friend to experience a peaceful journey onward.
The sudden loss of Ray MacDonald—a pioneering travel show host and early content creator in Thailand—highlights the fragility of life and leaves a lasting void in the Thai entertainment community. Their enduring friendship from childhood highlights the deep, personal connections formed away from the public spotlight.
Concluding his thoughts, Pete shared a reflective message about life, noting that human existence is much shorter than expected and unpredictable events can happen at any time. He advised everyone to live happily, let go of toxicity, and invited fans and viewers to dedicate prayers and merits to support Ray MacDonald.
Source: Thairath Entertainment
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