Rainie Yang stands by Michelle Chen amid divorce news
21 Feb - Rainie Yang has recently expressed her support for best buddy Michelle Chen, following news of her divorce.
The Taiwanese singer, who was asked by the media about the end of Michelle's marriage to mainland actor Chen Xiao, stated that she will respect Michelle's pace in handling her personal affairs as a good friend.
"I learned of her decision at the same time as everyone else. As sisters, no matter what turns in life that we encounter, we will always support and accompany each other," she said.
The two became friends after starring in the idol drama, "Miss No Good" in 2008. In 2016, when Michelle and Chen held their wedding in Taiwan, it was Rainie who performed "Dream a Little Dream" for the couple.
It is noted that Rainie had just earlier shared news that she and Li Ronghao had held their own delayed wedding in February 2024, a revelation that coincided with Michelle's divorce news.
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