Group 1 - The core incident revolves around the false rumor of Eason Chan's death due to COVID-19 complications, which sparked widespread discussion online [6][10][19] - The rumor originated from a YouTube account "台山TV" that falsely claimed Eason had died on May 16, 2025, and had previously spread similar false news about other celebrities [19][20] - Eason Chan's team initially chose to remain silent on the rumors to avoid giving them more attention, but eventually, he addressed the situation through an Instagram post on May 19, humorously indicating his recovery [22][26] Group 2 - The public reaction included a mix of concern and skepticism, with many fans expressing relief after Eason's confirmation of his well-being, while some questioned the lack of direct video evidence [30] - The incident highlighted the need for better regulation of AI-generated misinformation and the impact of such rumors on public figures and their families [30] - Eason's health status was confirmed to be stable, and he had postponed his concert in Kaohsiung due to COVID-19, with plans to resume activities shortly [26][29]