Actress accuses legislator's son of bullying, questions media suppression
Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Taiwanese actress Zai Zai accused the son of KMT legislator Wan Mei-ling, Si Kuang-yang, of bullying during their middle school years.
- Zai Zai reported experiencing severe anxiety and needing medication due to the public attention and pressure.
- She questioned whether the news should be suppressed and is reconsidering her decision to remain silent.
Actress Zai Zai has publicly accused Si Kuang-yang, the son of KMT legislator Wan Mei-ling, of prolonged bullying during their middle school years. Zai Zai, who is based in Japan, claims Si Kuang-yang frequently shamed her for her appearance.
Is it right to just let the news be suppressed like this?
The accusations have led to significant public attention, causing Zai Zai considerable distress. She revealed that she has been experiencing severe anxiety, requiring her to take tranquilizers and fast-acting sleeping pills to cope with the pressure. Initially, she had agreed to her mother's request to stop speaking to the media.
However, after two days of reflection, Zai Zai is reconsidering her silence. She expressed her doubts, asking, "Is it right to just let the news be suppressed like this?" She is contemplating whether to continue speaking out and how to make the issue impossible to ignore.
If you have nothing new to add, you can rest first, and let us chase him. You just watch the show.
Her decision to potentially speak out further has garnered support online. Political commentator Chou Wei-hang encouraged her to rest while others pursue the matter, stating, "If you have nothing new to add, you can rest first, and let us chase him. You just watch the show." Meanwhile, DPP Taipei City councilor candidate Chen Yu-hsin offered solidarity, saying, "Please tell your mother, 'We are also people of standing, and the other party will soon lose face.'" The discussion continues to generate debate.
Please tell your mother, 'We are also people of standing, and the other party will soon lose face.'
Originally published by Liberty Times in Chinese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.