The appearance of Ming Dao, a close co-star, beside Joe Chen at her lavish wedding in Malaysia reminded many viewers of the golden era of idol drama actors in the 2000s.
Ariel Lin
The actress, known for her pure and innocent looks, rose to fame through dramas such as It Started with a Kiss, Love or Bread, and In Time with You. In 2014, she married businessman Charles Lin. However, it wasn’t until 2021 that she gave birth to her first daughter, Little Lin. The couple experienced a period of living apart due to work commitments and the COVID-19 pandemic. Their pursuit of separate careers and delayed plans for children also led to numerous rumors.
Charles Lin was rumored to have women frequently around him. Recently, Ariel Lin has been seen regularly picking up her 3-year-old daughter from preschool alone. The two are often spotted walking and playing on their way home, with no sign of Ariel’s husband.
Barbie Hsu
Barbie Hsu was one of the leading stars of the idol drama wave, with her iconic role in Meteor Garden in 2001. She found success in multiple fields, including music, acting, fashion, and beauty.
In 2011, Barbie married businessman Wang Xiaofei and retired from her career to focus on her family. However, their sweet marriage only lasted for 10 years. After their divorce, Barbie won custody of their two children.
In 2022, she unexpectedly remarried South Korean singer and DJ Koo Jun Yup, her first love from her early career. Her second marriage remains tumultuous, as she has filed 17 lawsuits against her ex-husband for causing disturbances and failing to provide financial support for their children. Meanwhile, her new husband is attempting to return to the South Korean entertainment industry after struggling to find work in Taiwan.
Rainie Yang
Once playing Barbie Hsu’s friend in Meteor Garden, Rainie Yang rose to stardom with her lead role in Devil Beside You. Alongside acting, she is also praised for her music career. She made headlines again in 2021 by joining the show Sisters Who Make Waves.
Rainie is currently enjoying a happy marriage with singer Li Ronghao. The two frequently perform together and publicly express their affection for each other. They tied the knot in 2019 after five years of dating, though the couple has yet to have children.
Ella
Ella Chen, the energetic and cheerful member of the girl group S.H.E, starred in several hit idol dramas, including Hana Kimi and Roseate Love.
She married a Malaysian businessman in 2012, having been good friends with him for years before they officially started dating. Ella is known for her strong personality, often seen as dominant in the family. The actress has faced criticism for her unique parenting style with her son, born in 2017. Ella is open about sharing photos and stories of her family life on social media.
