When she was starting her career, he was learning to walk.
A celebrity couple became a hot topic after going public with their relationship.
At the time of the announcement, singer Jin Sha (also known as Kym) was 42, and actor Cheng Xiao was 23.
I’d like to introduce my boyfriend to everyone.
— Jin Sha
They told their fans via the Chinese social media platform Weibo that they would be appearing on the reality show Viva La Romance. This romance-focused program follows five couples on a trip meant to strengthen each one’s relationship.
Jin Sha was born in 1981, while Cheng Xiao was born in 2000, making them 19 years apart. In fact, while she was first making a name for herself in the entertainment industry, he was just a toddler.
Cheng Xiao: The year she became famous was the year I was born.
Jin Sha: Not yet, but close enough.
Jin Sha shot to fame in 2005 after releasing a duet with famous singer JJ Lin called “The Wind Over The Summer.”
While not all of their friends have been supportive of their relationship, several are cheering them on.
Half of my friends are very envious that I have such a handsome ‘younger brother’ who is very gentle and considerate, while the other half feel that I’m quite idealistic and wonder if I should be more level-headed.
— Jin Sha
Though they have a significant age gap, Jin Sha could already see that Cheng Xiao is “husband material,” albeit a bit too young to consider moving on to that phase in his life.
It’s just that he’s a bit young to be getting married so early. But no choice, good men aren’t readily available on the market. They’ll be snatched up early.
— Jin Sha
The couple made their announcement on November 9, 2023, and they were spotted together in December the following year.
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