Former Taiwanese idol and actor Aaron Yan, best known as a member of the popular boy group Fahrenheit, has once again become the center of public debate after making a surprising revelation about his dating history.
According to a report by Chinese media outlet 163 on December 31, Aaron Yan appeared on a podcast where he casually stated that he has dated a total of 150 people since his university years. The claim immediately sent shockwaves across Asian social media platforms due to both the sheer number and the tone in which it was delivered.
Born in 1985, Aaron Yan reportedly shared that he dated around 50 people during his four years in college alone, speaking openly and enthusiastically about his romantic experiences. He emphasized that he was serious in each relationship and denied being careless in matters of love a statement that was met with skepticism and ridicule from many viewers.
The controversy deepened when Aaron Yan also revisited his past same-sex relationship with actor Ah Ben. He revealed that the two had lived together during their relationship but frequently clashed, describing intense arguments that sometimes escalated to property damage. The couple eventually broke up after nine years together.
Following the podcast episode, online communities erupted in heated debate. Some netizens accused Aaron Yan of exaggeration or fabrication, arguing that dating 150 people over 20 years was unrealistic. Others speculated that the number could only be possible if he had been dating multiple partners simultaneously, raising renewed allegations of infidelity.
These discussions also revived past rumors surrounding his relationship with Ah Ben, with some suggesting that repeated conflicts may have stemmed from cheating. Such theories gained traction due to Aaron Yan’s previous reputation for controversial private behavior.
Aaron Yan, whose real name is Wu Geng Lin, rose to fame as part of Fahrenheit, one of Taiwan’s most influential idol groups. He later transitioned into acting, starring in popular dramas such as Just You and Refresh Man, cementing his status as a “national heartthrob” during his peak years.
However, his public image suffered a major blow following a legal scandal involving accusations of sexual misconduct with a minor. According to court rulings, Aaron Yan received a seven-month suspended prison sentence with a three-year probation period for violating laws related to the protection of minors. While he admitted to a relationship with the individual involved, he denied intentional distribution of explicit material.
Once regarded as a symbol of youthful charm and idol perfection, Aaron Yan’s legacy remains deeply divided. His latest remarks have once again drawn attention to the contrast between his former image and the controversies that now define much of the public conversation surrounding him.
Sources: 163,Weibo
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