China woman, left school at 15 to support her family, gets 7 million fans selling produce online
Li Yayun, 27, from Henan province, is known online as Li Fugui. Her videos of rural life and heartfelt interactions with elderly villagers have earned her over 7 million followers on mainland social media.
Admired for her beauty and warm personality, fans have nicknamed her the 'Vegetable Xi Shi' in reference to one of ancient China's legendary beauties.
According to the mainland media outlet Jiupai News, both of Li's parents have severe intellectual disabilities.
Li Yayun sells dried food on the street and very often gives discounts to elderly villagers. Photo: handout
Her mother requires full-time care, while her father, who has the mental capacity of a six-year-old, can cook simple meals and ride an electric tricycle.
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