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On October 14, popular Chinese influencer “Yunnan Akui” tragically passed away at the age of 32 due to a brain hemorrhage, leaving behind his 26-year-old wife, Tang Sanmei, and their four young children. Known for his energetic presence on social media, Yunnan Akui’s sudden death shocked fans and left his family struggling with an immense debt of 4 million yuan (approximately $550,000), mainly accumulated in efforts to support his growing online business.
On October 31, Tang Sanmei made her first public appearance since her husband’s passing by launching a livestream at noon, marking her initial venture into selling products online. However, what was meant to be a fresh start quickly unraveled as her session was abruptly banned twice in under an hour. Online reports circulated that the bans were a result of an overwhelming number of complaints, with some sources estimating as many as 6,000 reports filed against the broadcast.
The widow’s swift move into livestreaming sparked a wave of public debate. Many netizens expressed sympathy for Tang, recognizing the financial and emotional burdens she now faces as the sole provider for her children. A comment that gained substantial support read, “She’s doing what she can to survive and support her family; why are people so quick to condemn?” Another netizen empathized, adding, “We can’t begin to understand her pain, yet some choose to report instead of support.”
Others, however, questioned the appropriateness of her swift entry into the livestreaming world. A top comment asked, “Is this too soon? Perhaps she should take time to grieve before reappearing online.” This sentiment was echoed by another user who criticized, “It feels disrespectful to her husband’s memory.”
Some speculated that Tang’s sudden livestream could be motivated by the heavy debt left by her husband’s entrepreneurial efforts. Yet the backlash has raised concerns about whether the financial motive justifies what some see as “too quick a return” to social media.
