Harlem Yu Eliminated from 'Singer 2026' Amid Controversy; Ex-Wife Shows Support
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- Taiwanese singer Harlem Yu was eliminated in the first round of the singing competition "Singer 2026" after a controversial song change.
- His ex-wife, Annie Yi, and fans have publicly supported him, with Yu sharing a positive update on social media.
- Yu ranked last with 2.01% of the vote for his jazz rendition of his hit song "Let Me Love You Once Enough."
Taiwanese singer Harlem Yu faced an unexpected elimination in the premiere episode of "Singer 2026," sparking controversy over alleged backstage dealings regarding song changes. Yu landed in last place with a mere 2.01% of the audience vote for his jazz-infused performance of his classic hit "Let Me Love You Once Enough."
What is this!
Upon hearing the results, Yu's music partner, Zhao Yicheng, expressed shock, exclaiming, "What is this!" Despite the disappointing outcome, Yu maintained his composure, humorously referring to the experience as a "one-day trip to Changsha" and reflecting that "life is like this."
Adding to the drama, Yu's ex-wife, Annie Yi, seemingly voiced her support online, posting messages like "A Ferrari is a Ferrari" and "Some songs are just classics," which fans interpreted as a defense of his performance and a subtle critique of the competition's judging.
A Ferrari is a Ferrari
Yu himself has since shared a new photo on social media, appearing to be in good spirits while cycling with his dog. The post garnered an outpouring of supportive comments from fans, who reassured him of their continued admiration, with many echoing sentiments like "Classics are classics" and "Always support 'Let Me Love You Once Enough.'"
Some songs are just classics
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Originally published by Liberty Times in Chinese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized automatically by DistantNews, with a note on how the source frames the story. Not individually reviewed before publishing. How this works.
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