On January 25, Sohu reported that rumors have surfaced on Weibo claiming Liu Yifei and billionaire Chen Jinfei secretly registered their marriage after reconciling in mid-2024.
Recently, the two have been frequently spotted dining together. However, to avoid drawing attention, they reportedly refrained from showing intimacy in public, and Liu Yifei’s personal assistant was present at all public meetings.
The speculation about Liu Yifei marrying her billionaire godfather has ignited widespread debate on Weibo. For years, the public has questioned whether Chen Jinfei, a wealthy supporter of Liu Yifei, is more than just a godfather.
However, Chinese media quickly investigated the matter and debunked the marriage rumors. According to 163 News, there is no truth to claims that Chen Jinfei would marry Liu Yifei or any of his romantic partners. The reason lies in his son, who lives privately in the United States. Chen Jinfei has long planned to leave his entire fortune to his son, and to protect his son’s inheritance, he has committed to loving without marrying. Even when he openly dated actress Yang Caiyu and considered giving her a title, he broke up with her when she pressed for marriage.
Regarding Liu Yifei, their relationship is described as mutually beneficial. Chen Jinfei, a savvy businessman, has always viewed Liu Yifei as his most valuable protégée in the entertainment industry. When his business showed signs of decline, Chen Jinfei reconciled with Liu Yifei in 2021, reviving his Hongxing Management Company. Previously, he had distanced himself from Liu Yifei to focus on supporting Yang Caiyu.
Under Chen Jinfei’s backing, Liu Yifei’s struggling career rebounded swiftly. She secured contracts with major global brands as their ambassador and landed high-quality TV drama projects.
Chen Jinfei is a wealthy real estate mogul. By the 2000s, he owned 20 companies with a combined value of $266 million. He has consistently appeared on Forbes China’s billionaire list, with an estimated net worth of $8.4 billion. His Beijing Tongchan Investment Group alone is valued at over $2.6 billion.
Chen Jinfei has been a significant figure in Liu Yifei’s life and career. He became her godfather when she was five years old and played a pivotal role in shaping her future. At 13, he brought her back to China and paved her way into the entertainment industry. Using his wealth and connections, he helped Liu Yifei secure prominent roles at just 15, bypassing the usual journey of starting with minor roles. Most of Liu Yifei’s notable projects, such as the recent hit “The Tale of Rose,” were funded by Chen Jinfei.
However, the extensive support from her godfather has tainted Liu Yifei’s “Fairy Goddess” title, making her pristine image less convincing. Chen Jinfei’s overt favoritism toward Liu Yifei has long fueled rumors of a dubious relationship between the two.
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