Ma Guobi repays 50 million yuan in gambling debt; anchor Huang Huiting warns: 'Don't be greedy or resentful'

Taiwanese celebrity Ma Guobi, formerly known as Ma Guobi, has made significant progress in repaying a massive gambling debt, having paid off NT$45 million (approximately $1.4 million USD) over the past 12 years. The debt originally stood at NT$50 million (approximately $1.6 million USD).

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Don't be greedy, and don't be resentful.

To clear his debts, Ma put aside his celebrity status and took on various jobs. Reports indicate he worked relentlessly, sometimes sleeping only four hours a day. His efforts included waking up at 4 a.m. to prepare breakfast, engaging in live-streaming sales, moving furniture, and driving for Uber. After 12 years of arduous work, he has paid off nearly NT$45 million, with over NT$5 million remaining.

East-Central News anchor Huang Huiting shared Ma's story, drawing lessons from his experience. She titled her reflection "3 Things Ma Guobi Taught Us," urging herself and others to "not be greedy, nor resentful." Huang highlighted Ma's decision to face his gambling debts head-on rather than evade them, a feat she described as the most difficult aspect.

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Facing gambling debts, do not evade them.

Huang also reflected on her own habits, particularly her phone usage. She noted that after subtracting about six hours of sleep from a 24-hour day, she spends an average of four to five hours scrolling on her phone. Ma's story serves as a stark reminder of the value of time and the consequences of poor choices, emphasizing that not all mistakes can be undone and that responsibility must be taken for one's actions.

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Don't slide your phone.