Tuan Ngoc, recently divorced at nearly 80 years old, was criticized by Le Thu and sadly had to relearn Vietnamese.

The renowned singer Tuan Ngoc recently caused a stir with news of his divorce at the age of nearly 80, and sadly had to relearn Vietnamese from scratch after a blunt criticism from the famous singer Le Thu.

The person who defined the concept of "Singer"

Starting his career at the age of 4, Tuan Ngoc has dedicated over seven decades to music. Mentioning him immediately conjures up the image of a gentleman singing poignant yet sophisticated love songs. Without exaggeration or gimmicks, Tuan Ngoc conquers the public with a refined artistic "ecosystem": from his masterful vocal technique and impeccable appearance to his calm and composed performance style.

He not only sang, he also created a distinct school of music. Tuan Ngoc's influence was so strong that it gave rise to a generation of artists who "continued" his style, such as Quang Dung, Xuan Phu, and Dinh Bao. In the hearts of music lovers, his voice is a messenger of elegance, reserved for souls rich in experience.

"The foreigner singing in Vietnamese" and the turning point that changed his life.

Few people know that Tuan Ngoc, considered the epitome of clear and precise Vietnamese pronunciation, once "lost" his language roots for a long time. Throughout his youth, he was fascinated by American music, joining famous bands like Blackcap, The Top Five, and The Strawberry Four, and mainly performing in international nightclubs and hotels.

The turning point came in 1984, when the Diem Xua recording studio invited him to record Vietnamese music. It was at this moment that a blunt comment from his senior colleague, Le Thu, awakened him. She called him "a foreigner singing Vietnamese" because of his strange pronunciation and lack of native emotion. Instead of being offended, Tuan Ngoc chose to "relearn Vietnamese." He meticulously practiced enunciation, understanding the depth of the lyrics, and from there, a legend of Tuan Ngoc with a refined, poetic singing style was officially born.

The masterful technique of a "master" of voice preservation.

One of the things that makes Tuan Ngoc a rare gem in the music industry is his incredible ability to maintain his voice. At nearly 80 years old, while many of his contemporaries have retired or declined in performance, he can still sing more than a dozen songs continuously in a single performance without showing any signs of fatigue.

The secret lies in discipline and a scientific approach to vocal technique. Tuan Ngoc possesses a strong breath control optimally supported by his diaphragm. In particular, he applies a circular mouth opening technique – a characteristic of classical chamber music. This technique creates a "covered sound," making his voice fuller, warmer, minimizing harshness while maintaining the softness of light music.

It is the meticulous calculation of each word and the almost zero rate of off-key singing that has helped Tuan Ngoc maintain his appeal across centuries. He proves that artistic excellence comes not only from natural talent, but also from hard work and an absolute respect for the audience.

After more than 70 years of enduring the spotlight, Tuan Ngoc has proven that the class of a renowned singer lies not only in a naturally gifted voice, but also in professional integrity and a rare spirit of learning. Although his personal life has recently faced some challenges in his later years, the musical "legacy" he left behind—a noble, refined, and intellectually rich singing style—remains an enduring monument in the hearts of the public. The criticism from his senior colleagues years ago could not diminish his talent; on the contrary, it became the "lever" that created the legend of Tuan Ngoc today.

Singer Tuan Ngoc's state of shock after announcing his divorce was revealed by MC Khanh Hoang. An Thảo07:46:54 20/01/2026The news that renowned singer Tuan Ngoc and singer Thai Thao have officially parted ways after more than three decades of collaboration has left the public and colleagues stunned. Behind the breakdown of these two illustrious musical families, MC Khanh Hoang has revealed shocking details.