# Hong Kong TVB Star Joe Ma Rushed to Hospital — Here’s What We Know About His Mysterious Condition

URL: https://technosports.co.in/hong-kong-tvb-star-joe-ma-rushed/  
Published: 2026-06-06  
Updated: 2026-06-06  
Author: Reetam Bodhak

Hong Kong fans were left shocked when beloved TVB actor **Joe Ma Tak-chung (馬德鐘)** was reportedly rushed to the hospital, raising serious concerns about his health. The 57-year-old veteran actor, known for playing strong, authoritative roles on screen, has been quietly battling a painful chronic illness behind the scenes.

## Who Is Joe Ma?

If you follow Hong Kong drama, Joe Ma needs no introduction. A former elite police officer turned award-winning actor, he has spent over three decades dominating TVB screens. He finally clinched the **TVB Best Actor Award in 2018** for *Life on the Line* after being nominated a staggering **16 times over 15 years** — a record that says everything about his perseverance.

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## What Happened to Joe Ma? Health Details Explored

In **February 2026**, Joe Ma publicly revealed at an event that he suffers from **Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS)** — a chronic inflammatory disease that primarily attacks the spine. Shortly after, reports emerged of him being rushed to hospital, sending fans into a spiral of worry.

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| Detail | Information |
| --- | --- |
| **Full Name** | Joe Ma Tak-chung (馬德鐘) |
| **Age** | 57 (born June 27, 1968) |
| **Condition** | Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS) |
| **Disclosed** | February 2026 |
| **Profession** | Actor, Former Police Officer |
| **Known For** | *Life on the Line*, *Triumph in the Skies* |
| **Award** | TVB Best Actor 2018 |

## What Is Ankylosing Spondylitis?

According to [Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ankylosing_spondylitis), **Ankylosing Spondylitis** is a long-term autoimmune condition that causes chronic inflammation of the spine and sacroiliac joints. Over time, it can lead to vertebrae fusing together — resulting in severe pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility. It’s **3 times more common in men** than women and is closely linked to the HLA-B27 gene.

For someone like Joe Ma, who built his career on a physically demanding image — from his real-life G4 elite police days to action-heavy TV roles — this diagnosis is particularly poignant.

## Joe Ma’s Career Despite the Illness

What makes his story truly inspiring is that he kept working through the pain. In **January 2026 alone**, two of his projects aired — the legal drama *The Unconventional Prosecution Perspective* and a guest appearance in *Goddess Blindfolded*. He clearly refuses to let AS define or defeat him.

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## FAQs

### **Q: What disease does Joe Ma have?**

Joe Ma was diagnosed with Ankylosing Spondylitis, a chronic inflammatory condition that causes pain and stiffness in the spine and can lead to vertebrae fusion over time.

### **Q: Is Joe Ma still acting after his hospitalization?**

 Yes — Joe Ma has continued to work actively, with multiple TV projects airing in early 2026, showing remarkable determination despite his health challenges.