Socialite training schools spark debate amid Ye Ke fame

Actor Huang Xiaoming’s relationship with entrepreneur Ye Ke has sparked online debate, highlighting the rise of socialite training schools and growing pressures on women.

The revelation that celebrated actor Huang Xiaoming is dating Shenzhen entrepreneur Ye Ke has sparked widespread discussion on Chinese social media. The 46-year-old actor, one of the highest-paid stars in the nation, confirmed the relationship in mid-September, putting an end to weeks of speculation.

The announcement came just over a year after Huang’s high-profile divorce from actress and model Angelababy, with whom he shares a seven-year-old son nicknamed “Little Sponge.”

Huang’s new romance quickly became a trending topic on Weibo, as netizens delved into Ye’s background to better understand the woman who captured the heart of the entertainment mogul.

Born and raised in southern China’s tech hub of Shenzhen, 31-year-old Ye has built a diverse business portfolio that spans biological technology, cosmetics, and fashion. Her entrepreneurial streak led her to establish a luxury women’s golf apparel brand, and her activity as a livestreamer on Douyin has garnered her half a million followers. Continue to read the full article here