Actor Yu Menglong Dies in Fall at Age 37, Police Rule Out Criminal Suspicion

In the early hours of September 11, 2025, actor Yu Menglong, known for his roles in Go Princess Go and Eternal Love, tragically died after a fall in the Sunshine Upper East Side residential compound in Beijing’s Chaoyang District. That evening, Yu Menglong’s studio released a statement confirming the news, stating that “after police investigation, criminal suspicion has been ruled out.”

01 Official Announcement, Studio Confirms the News

The news was initially leaked by self-media blogger “Detective Xiao Yan” on social media, who claimed to have received insider information that Yu Menglong had died after falling from a building at a friend’s home in Beijing following a gathering.

As rumors continued to spread, several media outlets attempted to verify the information with relevant departments. The property management of the residential compound initially responded by saying they “did not know,” but later confirmed that “a fall incident did occur in the compound in the early hours.”

On the evening of September 11, Yu Menglong’s studio issued an official announcement: “It is with immense sorrow that we inform everyone that our beloved Menglong passed away in a fall on September 11, 2025. After police investigation, criminal suspicion has been ruled out. May the deceased rest in peace, and may the living find strength.”

02 Incident Details, Tragedy After a Gathering

According to insiders, the night before the incident (September 10), Yu Menglong had gathered with five or six close friends at a friend’s home.

Around 2 a.m., Yu Menglong returned to the bedroom to sleep and locked the door from inside. Around 6 a.m., when his friends were preparing to leave, they realized he was not present. It was only when they went downstairs that they discovered his body.

A neighbor walking their dog noticed the situation and called the police. According to additional details revealed by netizens, the time of the fall was approximately 5:42 a.m., consistent with the time when his friends discovered the body at around 6 a.m. while dispersing.

03 Scene Details, Criminal Case Ruled Out

Information from the scene indicated that the window screen had been pried open by Yu Menglong. After a preliminary investigation, the police ruled out criminal suspicion.

The leak mentioned that “he had two Rolex watches belonging to his friends in his pocket,” though this detail was later omitted from subsequent reports.

The incident occurred at the Sunshine Upper East Side compound in Chaoyang District, a well-known residential area popular among many celebrities in the entertainment industry.

04 Career, From Talent Show Star to Popular Actor

Yu Menglong was born on June 15, 1988, in Urumqi, Xinjiang, and graduated from the Performance Department of Beijing Performing Arts Academy.

In 2007, he participated in My Show, advancing to the top 16 in the Xi’an division. In 2013, he joined Super Boy and placed tenth in the national finals.

In 2015, he gained significant popularity for his role as the “Ninth Prince” in Go Princess Go. In 2016, he garnered even more attention for his role as “Bai Zhen” in Eternal Love.

He later appeared in numerous television series, including The Legend of White Snake and Love of Two Lives, winning several acting awards.

05 Recent Condition, Signs of Deep Distress

Yu Menglong’s last public appearance was on August 29, when he posted travel photos. In the photos, he appeared noticeably thinner compared to before.

He was last active on Weibo at 9:31 p.m. the previous night, marking his final trace on social media.

After the news broke, several industry friends posted tributes. In his eulogy, close friend Wen Yifan hinted that Yu Menglong had “silently endured much pain, swallowed his tears, and struggled in ways outsiders could never understand.”

06 Industry Reflection, Mental Health of Celebrities Again in Focus

Yu Menglong’s passing has once again drawn attention to the mental health issues faced by celebrities. In recent years, tragedies caused by depression and excessive pressure have frequently occurred in the entertainment industry.

Reports suggest that Yu Menglong had an introverted and sensitive personality. He once revealed that he would shut himself indoors and cry after a breakup, often blaming himself for pessimistic emotions.

After his comeback in 2023, his lead role in A Umbrella in the Smoke received a tepid response. The sense of detachment and fragility he exhibited on set was also interpreted as a sign of psychological pressure.

Two cultural studios under Yu Menglong’s name were dissolved between 2024 and 2025. His last public appearance was on August 29, where he posted travel photos showing a noticeably thinner figure, which worried fans.

Industry friends posted tributes, mentioning that he had “silently endured much pain, swallowed his tears, and struggled in ways outsiders could never understand.”

The police have ruled out criminal suspicion, but the specific reasons behind the sudden passing of this 37-year-old actor await further official disclosure.