Thanks for another perspective. What you said was neither correct nor incorrect. Difference in opinions are fine as long as it’s well presented.

My only question is…what fansite/forum is known for being dead-on objective?

I swing by this forum from time to time for some jess “news” update (be it nasty rumors or real news, I’m sure we all can tell) - not necessarily for the fans interactions amongst themselves.

I'm another old fan of Jessica who hasn't been here for at least 7 years but out of curiosity I decided to swing by today and lo and behold, this post caught my eye.

I doubt if you're reading this anymore, Original Poster, but you've got balls to post this and I admire it.

I used to be a die-hard fan of Jessica as well, but I drifted away once I went off to college and got preoccupied with real life. I stopped watching TVB dramas until my recent move back to HK, where there is sadly nothing else to watch at times. I agree that in recent years, Jessica's performance have been somewhat lacking; it's obviously at times that she's phoning it in. I can't blame her; obviously the real money is in the Mainland and her days as TVB 1 Jie are gone anyway. Quite honestly I don't think she minds as much as the fans do. It appears that she is far more invested in her current relationship, which is her priority.

I harbor no strong feelings for her now either way; at most there are just general feelings of indifference. I simply don't care. It's awesome. You should try it.

Like you, I sometimes reminisce fondly about my days as a fan, mostly because I was a simpler time in my life, where love was easy to come by and one is so sure of it. The fan interaction has always been nothing short of vicious. But isn't it entertaining to watch now from an outsider's perspective?

Take it easy, everyone. There's more to life than idol worship.

My first encounter with Jessica was two years ago. I didn't know of her 'existence' earlier...

I was never been a fan of any TVB actress because I hardly watched Hong Kong drama series due to my busy work schedule.
It was by sheer chance, one day, I picked up one very old DVD from rental shop because of special promotions. It was 'Ah Wang (Original Version)'. Immediately, I was attracted to Jessica because of excellent delivery of the role that she brought the character to life.
I went on to watch 'Square Peg' and her performance was superb!
The follow few weeks, since then, I continued to rent more of her older shows such as 'Lady Fan'& 'Golden Faith'. The video rental lady was so intriqued with me because I kept asking for all her old shows.

Jessica won my hearts and during these two years, I tried to follow her news whenever possible.
Last year, I found this website and I was so happy because I know this is an active website where fans and Jessica will constantly keep updates.

Her recent breakthrough was her role as a soft spoken gentle & submission wife as 'Qing Yun' [if I recall correctly]. Its a totally new type of role versus the past roles she had acted. I love her change to take on different range of roles.
Then, next is 'Sisters of Pearls' which I thought it's a good and refreshing change too. She has proven us her she is capable of taking on more challenging roles.
If I am not wrong, she has just recently taken on a role as a Qing emperor's concubine. I think she is brave to try a different role this time.
Gun Metal Grey 'Kim' is well suited for her as she is a good fit to act as love interest for Michael and Felix. Who else is more suitable than her?

Though I am not a hard-core fan following her news every day, but based on my observations during these two years, many will agree that Jessica is a smart, intelligent, independant beautiful lady who knows what she wants in her life. This is something that has impacted my life.
I respect Jessica's profession as an actress and I respect she deserves her privacy in her personal life.
In the entertainment industry, a new generaton will always be groomed to take over the older generation ah jie ah ge. That's life.
Be prepared, as Jessica grows older (so will we!), we will see her in more matured & senior or middle age roles - which I look forward to watch her in these different roles.
I don't idolise Jessica but I have learnt something good through her.

Regards
Ah Cat