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Jolin Tsai 'Ruined Me,' JJ Lin Exclaims 13 Years After Concert Teasing

From Liberty Times · () Chinese

Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Singers Jolin Tsai and JJ Lin reunited on stage after 13 years, sparking conversation about their past interactions.
  • Lin recalled Tsai's 2013 appearance at his concert, where she playfully teased him about his rumored relationship with singer Hebe Tien.
  • Tsai's "matchmaking" efforts back then reportedly made Lin uncomfortable, though they have maintained their friendship.

Pop stars Jolin Tsai, known as Jolin, and JJ Lin recently shared the stage after a 13-year hiatus, reigniting discussions about their past interactions. The reunion at a concert became a focal point when Lin recounted Tsai's guest appearance at his Taipei concert in 2013. He humorously recalled how Tsai playfully teased him about his rumored romance with singer Hebe Tien, admitting, "That one time, you on stage, you ruined me."

That one time, you on stage, you ruined me.

— JJ LinLin jokingly tells Jolin Tsai that her teasing about his rumored relationship with Hebe Tien at his 2013 concert made him very uncomfortable.

Lin's comment sent Tsai into laughter. Back in 2013, during Lin's "Timeline" world tour concert in Taipei, Tsai appeared as a surprise guest. Dressed in a revealing outfit, she not only performed a duet but also took on the role of a "matchmaker," publicly addressing Lin's rumored relationship with Tien. A shy Lin, who initially blushed, eventually mustered the courage to interact with Tien. The two even shared a moment on a high-altitude swing, creating a seemingly romantic scene.

However, Tsai's "divine assist" back then did not lead to a romance between Lin and Tien. Instead, it reportedly created an awkward phase in their relationship. Reflecting on the past, Lin told Tsai during their recent joint performance, "You saying that on stage last time made me... very awkward." Tsai responded with laughter, adding, "So we can't even be friends anymore."

So we can't even be friends anymore.

— Jolin TsaiTsai playfully responds to Lin's comment about the awkwardness caused by her past on-stage remarks.

Lin playfully expressed his apprehension about Tsai speaking spontaneously on stage, stating, "So I was afraid of you talking on stage, so I kept asking you if you wanted to talk about anything." Upon hearing that the diva intended to improvise, he responded, "Just kidding, okay? You can talk about anything."

So I was afraid of you talking on stage, so I kept asking you if you wanted to talk about anything.

— JJ LinLin expresses his nervousness about Tsai's spontaneous on-stage comments during their recent reunion.

Tsai later responded to Lin's anecdote on social media, assuring him, "We can still chat, no problem." Their lighthearted exchange highlights a long-standing friendship and a shared sense of humor, even when revisiting past rumors and potentially awkward moments.

We can still chat, no problem.

— Jolin TsaiTsai reassures Lin on social media that their friendship remains strong despite past on-stage banter.
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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.

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