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Hong Huang, who was once known as the "godmother of fashion", has always attracted widespread attention and discussion in her life and speech. Once, she publicly declared: "A woman has to sleep enough for five men to be enough." This statement caused a huge controversy in the conservative 80s.
Now, Hong Huang, who has experienced four marriages, where has her love life gone?
When he was 12 years old, Hong Huang was selected as one of the first batch of public students to go to New York as a typical case under China's reform and opening up policy.
Her study abroad journey not only marked a great change in her personal destiny, but also symbolized a new way out for the young generation of China in that era.
After arriving in New York, Hong quickly adapted to her new environment and education system, and although the language and cultural differences initially challenged her, she quickly showed an extraordinary adaptability and enthusiasm for learning.
When Hong Huang's study abroad life entered a stable stage, a news broke her peace, and her stepfather Qiao Guanhua was seriously ill. This news is undoubtedly a heavy blow to Hong Huang, who is studying overseas.
She was immediately faced with a difficult choice: whether to leave her studies and return to China to take care of her stepfather, or to stay in the United States to continue her education.
Under the circumstances, once she leaves the U.S., she may not be able to re-enter, which could be fatal to her future academic and professional development.
After much deliberation, Hong decided to stay in the U.S. and look for a solution that would secure her status and qualifications as a student.
After considering several possibilities, Hong Huang chose an unconventional path: she decided to get married in the United States. This decision, although hasty, was the best choice under the circumstances.
She and a young American, who was also an international student, hurriedly completed the wedding and legal formalities, securing her residency and eligibility to continue her studies.
This simple wedding in New York City Hall has no opulent celebrations and blessings from family and friends, only the necessary witnesses and judges. The two exchanged vows in front of the judge and completed the marriage registration formalities.
Hong Huang's emotional life is full of her personal unique logo and the imprint of the times. In a relatively conservative '80s, Hong Huang's views and actions were clearly different.
She once said in public that "a woman needs to sleep enough for five men to be enough", which caused widespread controversy and discussion in Chinese society at that time.
Hong Huang and Andrew's marriage has been full of a lifestyle of gathering less and leaving more from the beginning, and the union of the two in New York has solved the identity problem of Hong Huang during his study abroad, but his married life has not become smooth.
Andrew, as an American, has his own lifestyle and career plans, while Hong, as an aspiring international student, is equally busy with his studies and future career development.
Andrew often travels across the United States for work, while Hong immerses herself in her academic studies and later career.
They spend less and less time together, gradually confined to holidays and the occasional weekend. This sense of distance makes the marriage relationship, which is already based on reality, even more fragile.
When the two are together, they are often busy and short-lived, and they share their life and work progress with each other in their New York apartments, but deep emotional exchanges and daily time together are scarce resources.
Despite this, Hong Huang does not show dissatisfaction or pessimism in the traditional sense, she is more looking for her own freedom and development space in this independent living state.
In the case of getting together for a long time and leaving more, in the end, the two decided to divorce.
After the divorce, Hong Huang devoted more energy to her career, not only completing her studies, but also actively devoting herself to fashion and culture later on.
Her life trajectory and career choices have always shown an unconventional pattern, and she has sought a broader space for personal and professional development through her own efforts and decisions.
In 1996, Hong reached the peak of her career in the United States, where she held a senior position in a foreign company that brought an annual salary of $180,000.
However, at the peak of her career, she made a surprising decision – to quit her job and return to China.
Instead of continuing her career in the corporate world, Hong turned to fashion, a field that was very different from her previous career.
With her international experience and unique insights into fashion, Hong Huang quickly made a name for herself in the Chinese fashion industry. She began to participate in various fashion events, collaborating with fashion designers and brands at home and abroad.
Her work style is very direct and efficient, and she is often able to come up with innovative concepts and strategies at short notice, which has quickly earned her the title of "Godmother of Fashion" in the industry. She not only focuses on clothing design, but also expands her vision to the overall operation and marketing of fashion brands.
While she devoted herself to the fashion industry, Hong Huang's relationship with the famous director Chen Kaige gradually became the focus of public attention. Chen Kaige was at a critical juncture in his career, coming to the end of his studies in the United States and having to return to China.
The relationship between the two has always remained ambiguous in front of the public, and Chen Kaige has neither a clear rejection nor a direct acceptance of Hong Huang's pursuit, making the relationship full of uncertainty.
That changed when Chen had to leave the U.S. because his visa expired. In order to be able to stay in the United States, Chen Kaige and Hong Huang decided to get married.
The marriage is more of a practical consideration than a traditional union, and the couple hopes to buy more time and space for each other's careers in this way.
The outcome of the marriage is not a romantic story in the traditional sense. Chen Kaige's personality and professional life make him often have deep working relationships with many actresses, among which during the filming of "Singing While Walking", his relationship with the leading actor Xu Qing went beyond the scope of ordinary colleagues and caused scandals.
This complicated situation lasted for several years, until 1991, when Hong Huang and Chen Kaige's marriage finally came to an end. This marriage, which is based on practical needs, does not bring long-term happiness to both parties, but it has had an important impact on their respective lives and career paths.
After divorcing Chen Kaige, Hong Huang's personal life did not stop under the influence of the past, and she soon started a new chapter in her life. She became acquainted with Pensay, a French official who was holding a diplomatic post in China at the time.
The two met by chance, at a joint event between the fashion and diplomatic worlds. Hong Huang attended as her fashion godmother, while Pence was part of the French delegation. In this context, the two began to date.
Hong Huang and Peng Sai's marriage soon became the focus of media attention. Many people were curious that Hong Huang, a woman who had always flaunted her independence and strength, would choose to marry a foreign official, and many comments and speculations followed.
The public is generally wondering whether this woman, who has always insisted on individuality and freedom, has made compromises under the pressure of reality.
However, Hong Huang and Peng Sai's married life is not as smooth as the outside world imagined. Although the two differed in their cultural and life backgrounds, initially they tried to bridge these differences through shared interests and activities.
Hong Huang tries to intervene in Peng Sai's social circle, and Peng Sai also tries to understand Hong Huang's fashion career. However, as time went on, the differences between the two began to become more and more apparent.
As a French diplomat, Pensay's life and work demanded a high level of formality and etiquette, in stark contrast to Hong Huang's free-spirited lifestyle.
Hung Wong's frequent social activities, often involving dinners, fashion shows, and cultural exchanges, sometimes conflict with the working environment of Pensay.
In addition, Hong Huang's outspoken and bold remarks in public also made Peng Sai, who is concerned about image and diplomatic caution, feel uncomfortable.
The conflict gradually accumulated, eventually affecting their marital relationship. While both tried to make adjustments and compromises, this cultural and lifestyle difference became increasingly difficult to bridge over time.
Hong Huang and Peng Sai's lives are becoming more and more separate, with less time spent together and fewer and fewer interests and topics to share.
In the end, the cross-cultural marriage did not survive. After a series of attempts and efforts, the two decided to break up peacefully and announced their divorce.
In 2004, Hong Huang ushered in a new turning point in his personal and professional life. This year, she met Yang Xiaoping, a designer who had also experienced marriage, and he was raising his son alone.
Although Yang Xiaoping's design work is not as high-profile as Hong's fashion career, he is also well-known in the design world, especially in interior design and lifestyle design.
Hong Huang and Yang Xiaoping met at a mutual friend's party, and the two quickly became closer because of their shared interest in art and design.
After learning about Yang Xiaoping's personal background, Hong Huang expressed deep respect for his attitude towards life and the way he dealt with problems. Soon after, the relationship between the two developed rapidly and decided to enter the palace of marriage together.
Hong Huang's entry into the lives of Yang Xiaoping and his son brought new vitality and change to the father and son.
Hong Huang not only supported Yang Xiaoping professionally, but also established a deep relationship with Yang Xiaoping's son in life.
She integrated into the small family in her own way, doing homework with Yang Xiaoping's son, participating in school activities, and even designing every corner of the home together, making the home more warm and artistic.
In the process of getting along, Hong Huang and Yang Xiaoping's son became closer and closer, and she found her own position and role in this family.
When Yang Xiaoping's son grows into a young adult and enters the university gate, Hong Huang and Yang Xiaoping decide to expand their family again.
They chose to adopt a young daughter and give the girl a loving home and more care. The arrival of the youngest daughter has brought more laughter and new life experiences to the whole family.
Over the years, Hong Huang has not only found peace and contentment in her family life, but her career has also continued to be active.
In 2021, Hong Huang was invited to serve as the creative director of Douyin DOU Lai Lab. This role allows her to integrate her understanding of fashion and design into the new media and technology space, creating impact and visual enjoyment for a wider audience.
In 2022, Hong Huang's public remarks about textbook illustrations sparked controversy. Her comments, considered an inappropriate interpretation of educational content, have drawn widespread discussion and criticism.
In the face of such a reaction, Hong Huang quickly realized the seriousness of the problem, and she immediately deleted the relevant statement and publicly apologized.
In this case, Hung Huang showed sensitivity to public feedback and a responsible attitude towards his words and actions, and once again proved that balancing personal expression and public expectations in public opinion and professional roles is always a challenge that needs to be handled carefully.
References:[1]Yuzhen. China Health Monthly,2009(2):14-18