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64-Year-Old Actor Steve Ma Meets Girlfriend's Parents, Matches Father's Age

From Liberty Times · () Chinese

Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Taiwanese actor Steve Ma (Ma Jingtao), 64, is dating a 38-year-old woman named Jane, who is 26 years his junior.
  • Ma recently met Jane's parents, with his age matching her father's at 64.
  • Jane, a fan of Ma's work, stated her parents are supportive of their relationship.

Taiwanese actor Steve Ma, known for his roles in็ผ็‘ถ (Qiong Yao) dramas, is in a stable relationship with his girlfriend Jane, who is 26 years his junior. Ma, now 64, recently met Jane's parents, a meeting notable for the fact that Ma and Jane's father are the same age.

Photos shared on social media showed Ma and Jane's father sharing drinks and conversation, appearing more like brothers than father-in-law and son-in-law. Ma and Jane have been dating for three years since meeting through a friend. Jane, who grew up watching Ma's television shows, was a fan before they began their relationship.

My life script, I write it myself!

โ€” JaneJane expressed her determination to live her life according to her own choices, regardless of external opinions.

Despite potential criticism regarding their age difference, including accusations of a "father complex" or financial motives, Jane remains unfazed. She stated that she is writing her own life story and that her parents, described as open-minded, kind, and selfless, support her happiness above all else.

When asked about marriage, Jane indicated that their love has evolved into a familial bond, making a marriage certificate less important than their daily life together. She also mentioned potential administrative hurdles related to Taiwanese regulations. While Ma reportedly desires children, Jane believes the timing is not yet right.

My parents do not object, they are open-minded, kind, and selfless, as long as I am happy.

โ€” JaneJane described her parents' supportive attitude towards her relationship.
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Originally published by Liberty Times in Chinese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.