Hong Kong, December 25 — Celebrated radio personality and actress Maria “Rui” Yuen Siu-yee, 55, known for her candid on-air personality and lively screen presence, announced her engagement today, sending shockwaves of well wishes across the entertainment industry and social media platforms. The veteran host, often affectionately dubbed a formidable “golden leftover,” shared a sparkling photograph on Christmas Day featuring a prominent engagement ring on her left hand, suggesting a new chapter in her life.
Yuen accompanied the surprising image with a tender, public declaration to her partner: “Thank you for making the second half of my life even more splendid!” The announcement, made on a busy holiday, instantly drew congratulatory remarks from celebrity peers and devoted fans who have charted her often tumultuous romantic journey over the years.
A Turnaround After Years of Heartbreak
The news marks a stunningly happy twist for the beloved figure, whose openness about her prolonged struggles in romance has resonated deeply with the public. Yuen previously confessed on several occasions that her past relationships consistently ended due to third-party involvement, lamenting this recurring pattern as a difficult fate. Her emotional honesty, including tearful on-air moments when recalling past loves, has made her triumphant moment today particularly poignant for listeners.
While the identity of her fiancé remains a closely guarded secret, the public eagerly awaits details, with fan speculation already running rampant across online forums. Previous media reports hinting at a potential 2025 wedding date have only fueled the public curiosity surrounding her mysterious new partner.
Overcoming a Seven-Year Separation
Among Yuen’s most documented and painful relationships was a seven-year partnership with an unnamed CEO. She vividly recounted the lingering pain of that breakup on her radio program, Good Morning King, earlier this year. The depth of her anguish was laid bare as she described a tough farewell from her ex-boyfriend’s father years ago, who pointedly told her to move on: “He won’t remember; you need to leave.” This harsh advice, though difficult to hear, ultimately helped Yuen find the resolve to finally cut ties with the past.
The lingering attachment was exemplified by a deeply emotional episode, even years after the split. Yuen revealed that six years post-breakup, driving past the site of their former dating spot—the now-defunct Seibu Department Store in Causeway Bay (currently Windsor House)—she was overwhelmed. She recounted that the sight of the closed landmark made her heart ache, realizing that even the physical place of shared memories had vanished. Collapsing into tears in her car, she called her longtime friend and collaborator, Sammy Leung, for comfort. Leung, known for his signature dry wit, reportedly offered a darkly humourous attempt at consolation, advising, “Why are you still holding onto him? He has smelly feet!”
From Anxiety to Acceptance
Yuen’s public evolution reflects a wider societal discourse on singlehood and self-worth. She has previously been starkly honest about experiencing intense single anxiety in her 30s, fearing she was heading into a “state of perpetual doom.” Yet, in her 40s, a sense of calm and acceptance emerged.
On the variety show ViuTV in 2020, Yuen analyzed her past failures, admitting she felt a sense of responsibility and even considered apologizing to her ex-partners. However, reaching mid-life brought a shift in perspective. She discovered profound happiness in self-reliance, realizing that the unwavering support structure of family and friends ultimately provided more stability than romantic relationships. This journey of self-discovery from deep heartbreak and anxiety to contentment and, now, unexpected engagement, offers a powerful message of resilience and patience to her vast following. The announcement is a testament that for many, defining moments of happiness can arrive precisely when they least expect them.
