Hong Kong media personality To Yu-fung candidly addressed her decade-long romantic hiatus, chronic skin condition, and dramatic recent weight loss while attending the 2026 Hong Kong Wine and Gourmet Festival on the Central Harbourfront on Thursday alongside DJ Hung Kai-chun.
Skin Condition Limits Festival Cheer
Despite the festival’s indulgent atmosphere, To Yu-fung revealed that severe eczema dictates her alcohol intake. She strictly limits herself to three cups of sake, having learned the consequences the hard way.
“My itching was unbearable. I scratched my hands and feet until they bled and got infected,” she explained. While the public might expect her to be a heavy partier, close friends know she sticks to soda. “You don’t need alcohol to start trouble,” she quipped.
Addressing the “World-Class Hong Kong Girl” Label
The star also offered a deeper exploration of her 12 years single, directly blaming the “World-Class Hong Kong Girl” moniker for scaring away suitors. The local slang term, broadly associated with demanding and materialistic expectations, has become a persistent stigma she cannot shake.
“I spend my own hard-earned money. I am not a gold digger,” she emphasized. Her criteria for a partner remain modest: talent, loyalty, and faithfulness. Still, she remains traditional in approach, insisting she will never pursue a man and ruling out appearances on celebrity dating shows.
Setting the Record Straight on Weight Loss
Online chatter over her visibly slimmer frame had sparked health concerns, which she directly addressed. “I gained 10 pounds indulging during a shoot. I ran obsessively and ate one meal a day. Over six months, I dropped nearly 30 pounds,” she explained, noting she now weighs 104 pounds.
“Running has made me healthier. I have work, I am happy. There is nothing to worry about,” she assured. She attributed the “matchstick” appearance to naturally slender limbs and unflattering photo angles.
Upcoming Project and Broader Impact
To Yu-fung previewed her travel program, Tour with To, premiering on TVB in mid-November. She humorously warned fans the show was filmed during her heavier phase, offering a before-and-after snapshot of her transformation.
Her frankness underscores the intense public scrutiny female celebrities in Hong Kong face over their appearance, finances, and relationship status. By addressing these topics head-on, she continues to challenge the labels assigned to her while asserting control over her own narrative.
