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Tak Bongkod Pays Tribute to Ray MacDonald at Funeral Service
Actress Tak Bongkod attended the funeral of actor Ray MacDonald, reflecting on his early support for her transition into film directing.
On August 23, 2026, actress Tak Bongkod, accompanied by her husband Boonchai Bencharongkul and their son, attended the funeral service for the late actor Ray MacDonald at Wat Yang. The gathering served as a moment for friends and colleagues to pay their final respects and offer support to MacDonald’s wife, Mam.
Speaking to the media, Tak Bongkod became emotional while recounting her professional history with MacDonald. She highlighted that he was one of the first actors to express genuine confidence in her abilities when she transitioned from acting to directing her debut film, Pai in Love. Tak expressed deep gratitude for his early encouragement during a pivotal time in her career when she was moving behind the camera.
For residents and visitors interested in the Thai entertainment industry, this event underscores the close-knit nature of the local film community and the lasting impact of mentorship within the industry. The atmosphere at the funeral was described as one of collective support and love for the bereaved family. As this is a private mourning period for the family, further details regarding the final rites or memorial arrangements remain at the discretion of the MacDonald family.