TAIPEI (TVBS News) — Taiwanese influencer Holger Chen (陳之漢) arrived in Beijing Friday (Oct. 25) and reunited with Wang Xiao-fei (汪小菲) after four months. The controversial internet celebrity and the Chinese businessman (Taiwan's Barbie Hsu's ex-husband) captivated massive crowds during a live stream from Qianmen Street, drawing fans eager to witness their collaboration in the bustling tourist area.
Fans showed fervent enthusiasm, with some moved to tears and others climbing chairs to capture glimpses of the internet celebrity. Chen challenged himself by tasting Beijing's traditional snack, douzhi (豆汁), likening its sourness to hot and sour soup, attracting large audiences. The evening saw Chen dining at Wang's restaurant, accompanied by Wang's wife, Mandy Ma (馬筱梅), and Linda Chen (陳志玲), president of Wynn Macau (澳門永利).
Chen's Beijing itinerary remained packed as he explored the Museum of the War of the Chinese People's Resistance Against Japanese Aggression (抗日戰爭紀念館), Lugou Bridge (盧溝橋), and the Taiwan Guild Hall (台灣會館). During the live stream, Chen and Wang mentioned their previous collaboration had surpassed 1 million concurrent viewers. ◼