The shocking Uncle Red case, where a man surnamed Jiao posed as a woman and allegedly deceived 1,691 men, continues to grip Chinese social media. In the latest twist, several of the men believed to be involved have begun publicly responding to the viral uproar.
Many of those allegedly involved social media influencers, personal trainers (PTs), and so-called “hot boys” have found themselves exposed after photos and videos surfaced online. One particular man, known online as T.A., became the focus of speculation after netizens began comparing his photos to those in Uncle Red’s leaked footage.
With over 290,000 followers on Douyin, T.A. was bombarded with comments and accusations. In response, he released a heartfelt video statement denying any involvement:
“Please be mindful when using social media. I’ve been busy with morning doctoral classes and didn’t even understand what was happening. I looked into it and want to say clearly: I’m not involved. This is my first time getting caught in such drama, and it’s upsetting. I just want to focus on my life and work I never wanted this kind of attention. I’ll be taking a break from livestreaming for now.”
Some victims speak up, some still shocked
At the same time, another PT identified only as P. appeared to acknowledge his involvement on Xiaohongshu, stating that he had a relationship with Uncle Red in the past but only just realized she was biologically male:
“Now that it’s out there, I won’t pretend I’m broken. I’ll live better than before. I trust the police. This kind of behavior will be punished.”
Still, netizens are unsure whether the Xiaohongshu account truly belongs to P., as fake accounts are rapidly multiplying across platforms like Douyin and Xiaohongshu, mimicking the identities of men linked to the scandal for views and attention.
False IDs and privacy violations
Another man, identified as M., known for his handsome looks and distinctive beard, has also been wrongly targeted. His Douyin account based in Shanghai has gone private after a wave of social media “attacks.” Meanwhile, several imposter accounts claiming to be him have emerged, each posting disclaimers such as: “That’s not me. He just looks like me.”
As the scandal escalates, some netizens have begun recognizing friends, partners, or even spouses in the leaked footage, further stoking public anxiety and outrage.
Chinese authorities and media are now urging the public to avoid clicking on suspicious links or sharing private content, warning that it could constitute a violation of privacy laws and result in criminal charges.
For now, the Uncle Red scandal remains one of China’s most explosive online dramas a bizarre intersection of deception, sexuality, social media, and public shame that shows no sign of slowing down.
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