Wai Ching Ho, an actress known for playing Madame Gao in Marvel television series, has died at age 82. Multiple outlets report that Ho’s most prominent role was as Madame Gao, a crime boss and recurring villain connected to the “Hand” organization in the Netflix “Daredevil” universe. Deadline also notes that Ho played The Hand supervillain organization co-founder Kagenobu Yoshioka, crediting her appearance on the series during 2015–2016. Other coverage highlights her involvement with Marvel-linked projects including “Iron Fist,” where “Daredevil” and related storylines overlap through the character network. Reactions from co-stars are mentioned in at least one report, including social media posts from “Daredevil” cast member Peter Shinkoda. The New York Post and Hollywood Reporter similarly frame her death as the passing of a well-known figure in Marvel TV, emphasizing her long-running impact through the character of Madame Gao. Further details about her death are not included in the provided excerpts.