Actress Joe Chen — affectionately known as the “Youth Goddess” of Taiwanese drama — recently appeared on the variety show The Voice of China alongside her husband Alan Tang, where the couple personally addressed several wild online rumors about their marriage.
Appearing hand-in-hand, the pair radiated warmth and chemistry, charming audiences with their candid, down-to-earth energy. But it was Joe Chen’s witty and composed response to a particularly absurd rumor that stole the spotlight.
One of the rumors circulating online alleged that Alan Tang fathered a child out of wedlock and even brought the child home for Joe Chen to raise — supposedly with his mother’s approval.
Instead of reacting with anger, Joe Chen playfully asked the host, “ So, is this child supposed to be a boy or a girl?”
She then turned to her husband and teased, “Tell me, is your secret child a son or a daughter?”
Alan burst out laughing and replied, “That’s news to me!” The lighthearted exchange sent the audience into laughter, instantly defusing the tension.
When asked about her reaction to reading such rumors, Joe Chen admitted that she wasn’t angry — just helpless.
“When I first saw it, I didn’t feel angry at all. I just felt powerless. But this is part of what we in the entertainment industry have to deal with,” she said.
Rather than avoiding the issue, she chose to address it with humor and positivity. “I can only laugh it off and let it become entertainment for others. That’s how I cope.”
Her mature and grounded attitude earned widespread admiration from viewers, who praised her emotional intelligence and honesty.
Fans commented online:
- Joe Chen’s straightforward personality is so refreshing!
- Her humor is gold — she handled it better than anyone.
- She’s brave and authentic, not fake at all.
Joe Chen and Malaysian businessman Alan Tang, who is nine years younger than her, met in 2019 on a dating reality show. Despite public skepticism about their age gap and background differences, their romance blossomed quickly.
Alan, the son of a wealthy Malaysian business family, reportedly manages several companies and owns luxury properties, cars, and a private jet. Meanwhile, Joe Chen — then 40 and already an established actress from classics like Fated to Love You — said joining the dating show was “one of the bravest decisions of my life.”
“He was romantic and caring, while I admired his sincerity and kindness,” Joe once recalled.
Though fans initially criticized her relationship and questioned Alan’s reputation, Joe stood firm, defending her love and eventually winning over the public.
After three years of dating, the couple registered their marriage in 2022 and held a lavish $3 million wedding in Langkawi, Malaysia, on September 22, 2024 — the same island where they first met.
The five-star resort ceremony featured sunflowers (Joe’s favorite flower), symbolizing happiness and warmth. The event was attended by a star-studded guest list, including Joe’s long-time friends Ming Dao, Baron Chen, and members of her former girl group 7 Flowers, who served as bridesmaids.
Since their marriage, Joe Chen has enjoyed a calmer, more balanced life, focusing on family and personal happiness. Her glowing appearance and radiant smile often draw fan comments like, “She looks younger than ever — true happiness suits her.”
Sources: Weibo,China Times
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