Veteran Hong Kong musician and producer Clarence Cheung Ka-him took to social media yesterday, October 22, to issue a detailed public correction regarding recent news reports that speculated on his love life and suggested he was being unfaithful to fellow artist Carisa Yan Choi-hei (formerly Carisa Yan Yan-shan). Cheung addressed swirling rumors concerning old intimate photos and clarified the nature of his long-standing friendship with Yan, emphatically asserting his single status and decrying the publication of outdated, misleading information.
Addressing Viral Photos and Misinformation
The controversy stemmed from renewed media attention on intimate photographs, some dating back to December 2023, that showed Cheung engaging in close, affectionate interactions with Yan—including linking arms, embracing, and sharing a drink—sparking persistent speculation about a romantic relationship. While both parties previously denied dating, describing their bond as casual mutual companionship, a new report suggested Cheung was “flirting behind [Yan’s] back.”
Cheung began his extensive social media post by humorously thanking the media for covering his private life, suggesting that providing “entertainment gossip” was a form of “social service,” but stressed the need to correct inaccuracies for “purer, higher-quality gossip.”
Specifically addressing one controversial image, Cheung revealed it was taken in an MTR subway car last December during an unexpected encounter with a friend he had not seen in two decades. He further clarified that the person who captured the interaction was also an acquaintance and was actually taking video, not a still photo.
“I question why old photos would be published as a current event,” Cheung wrote, noting that compared to other recent resurfaced celebrity content, his situation was “trivial.” He implicitly questioned the photographer and publication’s motives but indicated he would refrain from further public escalation.
Defining the Relationship
The most significant portion of Cheung’s statement focused on his relationship with Carisa Yan. He stressed they share a relationship of deep mutual appreciation and care, confirming that while they had been in a phase that was “more than friends, less than lovers,” they never officially established a boyfriend-girlfriend relationship.
“While we did spend time together, it certainly did not develop to that stage,” Cheung stated.
The musician, who became notably candid about his personal life during his appearances on the reality show Midlife, Sing & Shine!, used his post to unequivocally assert his relationship status.
Key Clarifications:
- Marital Status: Cheung confirms he is “100% single for many years.”
- Lifestyle: He describes himself as “200% free-spirited” and unconstrained, referencing the “Wandering Lover” moniker he earned during the music competition.
- Fidelity: Since he is single, Cheung emphasized he does not need to conceal any actions from anybody, challenging any insinuation that he has been disloyal.
Cheung also corrected a separate photo error where one individual was misidentified as his ex-wife, adding that he would provide the correct photo for context.
The Future of the “Wandering Lover”
Drawing upon the “Wandering Lover” persona, Cheung maintained his carefree attitude post-divorce, describing himself as “a playful but not lewd bird without feet.” He lightheartedly suggested he might remain free-spirited for the rest of his life.
In a final playful appeal, Cheung joked that if any “caring, beautiful, and intelligent lady” manages to capture his heart, he might finally become a “Wandering Lover no more.” If that day occurs, he asked the media to headline the story: “Midlife Wandering Lover, the Bird Without Feet, Gets Miserably Tamed.”
Cheung concluded his post with a pragmatic call-to-action, directing readers away from the media gossip and towards his professional work, urging them to watch the television program Midlife, Sing & Shine 4, which he claimed was “100 times better than any rotten gossip.”
