Zhong Chuxi Deletes Weibo Romance Post, Sparking Breakup Rumors with Hou Wenyuan
Chinese actress Zhong Chuxi and actor Hou Wenyuan appear to have quietly ended their publicly announced romance, according to a wave of speculation that began after Zhong removed the Weibo post that had originally confirmed their relationship. The couple first went public with their romance on Valentine’s Day 2024, posting a series of affectionate photos that highlighted a romantic bond forged on the set of a popular drama where the two co‑starred. Their joint announcement was celebrated by fans, who praised the chemistry they had displayed onscreen and seemed to anticipate a lasting partnership.

8 September 2025
In recent days, however, Zhong’s Weibo feed was scrubbed of the original “official announcement” post, a move that has triggered intense discussion across Chinese social media. Netizens have taken the deletion as a strong visual cue that the pair may have split, noting that the couple has not been seen together in any public setting since the Valentine's Day declaration. The absence of joint appearances throughout the year, coupled with the disappearance of the announcement, has revived rumors that had already begun circulating in the weeks after the couple went public. An entertainment blogger who follows celebrity relationships whispered that the two had already gone their separate ways, a claim now bolstered by the conspicuous removal of the Weibo post.
Reaction online has been swift and mostly consensual: the majority of comments suggest that the deletion, together with the lack of recent sightings, essentially confirms the breakup. Users have also taken the opportunity to reminisce about Zhong’s past relationships, noting that her former boyfriend, actor Zhang Yunlong, and now Hou Wenyuan are both widely regarded as “handsome” and “high‑profile” partners. Some netizens have humorously praised Zhong’s “excellent taste” in boyfriends, while others have urged the couple to handle the split with the same openness they displayed when they first announced it. A recurring theme in the commentary is admiration for Zhong’s willingness to make her love life public and a corresponding hope that any dissolution will be equally transparent.

As of the latest reports, neither Zhong nor Hou has issued any statement addressing the removal of the post or the circulating breakup rumors. Their silence has only deepened the speculation, leaving fans and observers to piece together the narrative from social media cues alone. In the absence of official confirmation, the story remains a textbook example of how digital footprints – or the deliberate erasing of them – can become a powerful barometer of celebrity relationship status in today’s online‑driven media landscape.
The episode underscores the volatile nature of public romance in the Chinese entertainment industry, where a single click – such as deleting a Weibo post – can ignite a frenzy of speculation and debate. As the story continues to evolve, observers will be watching closely for any sign of a formal announcement, whether that takes the form of a new post, an interview, or a joint appearance that could either confirm the breakup or, perhaps, signal a reconciliation. Until then, the narrative is shaped largely by the digital actions of the stars and the ever‑vigilant commentary of their online audience.
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