Caramel Brother leaves politics, seeks new job; veteran 'hater' expresses sympathy

Chen Chia-hsing, once a beloved children's television host and later a political figure as the executive director of the Democratic Progressive Party's Taipei City chapter, has announced his exit from the political arena. The 44-year-old, widely known as "Caramel Brother," is now actively searching for new employment.

“

Yes, I see Caramel Brother facing setbacks in his job search again, and I feel tender affection for him, affection from a veteran 'hater,' which is a bit hard to describe.

His recent career shift has drawn commentary from various influencers. On the morning of the 8th, influencer Kua-ko-mei shared her feelings about Chen's situation, expressing a unique form of sympathy. "Yes, I see Caramel Brother facing setbacks in his job search again, and I feel tender affection for him, affection from a veteran 'hater,' which is a bit hard to describe," she wrote.

“

But people grow. He does, and so do I.

Kua-ko-mei observed that while Chen's recent statements lacked novelty, she was pleased his "mind has finally returned to the human world." She acknowledged the challenges of finding work at his age, noting that "the liver isn't fresh anymore, and he's been out of the game for so many years." She praised his willingness to share his process, contrasting it with his past stubbornness.

“

His mind has finally returned to the human world.

"Middle-aged people have it tough," Kua-ko-mei concluded, expressing her hope that Chen finds a new direction and lives well. Her remarks highlight a moment of personal transition for Chen, marked by both public attention and private reflection on career and age.

“

It's not easy to find a job at this age, the liver isn't fresh anymore, and he's been out of the game for so many years.