Beauty with Brains: Yang Mi’s Incredible Wealth
With Yang Mi (楊冪) and Hawick Lau‘s (劉愷威) divorce announcement last week, many speculated that their marriage fell apart because of their busy careers. Prior to getting married five years ago, Yang Mi was already a popular actress and her wealth increased steadily after establishing her own production company, which is valued at 5 billion yuan. A sharp businesswoman, Yang Mi is the epitome of “beauty with brains”.
In 2015, Yang Mi and her two managers, Zeng Jia (曾嘉) and Zhao Ruoxiao (趙若堯), founded Jaywalk Studios, which was worth 250 million yuan at the time. With the company producing 2017 mega-hit Eternal Love <三生三世十里桃花> and Yang Mi taking the lead role, the 32-year-old actress’ popularity, commercial value, and status was dramatically boosted. The success of the drama also made Dilraba Dilmurat (迪丽热巴) and Vin Zhang (张彬彬), who are both under Jaywalk Studios, into big stars. After these successes, Jaywalk’s valuation increased to 5 billion yuan.
Having a good eye for trends, Yang Mi’s next successful performance in Legend of Fu Yao <扶摇>,gave rise to being dubbed by netizens as the “Digital Traffic Queen”, valuable for driving the hottest topics online. After her divorce, Yang Mi’s news trended for days, with media outlets running stories about her being an absentee mother in her four-year-old daughter’s life.
Braving the negative gossip, Yang Mi is fiercely independent and refuses to look back into the past of her marriage. Her qualities of assertion and strong-willingness were clearly displayed through her interview at The Jin Xing Show <金星秀> in 2015. She revealed that she and then-husband Hawick were financially independent of each other, and there is no need to discuss money matters with him. When she bought a house for her parents, she didn’t consult with Hawick because “I have money to buy it!”
Source: Ettoday
This article is written by Minna for JayneStars.com.
A strong and financially independent woman like YM (and FanBingbing) rubs many the wrong way. Not conforming to the traditional wife and mother standard will bring attacks from keyboard warriors.
@msxie0714 Because keyboards warriors are poor and jealous of seeing others success. If she marry somebody richer she would be called a gold digger. If she marry somebody a little below her, she is not being”traditional” enough. Everything women do, it’s always their fault.
@davy I think better for Yang Mi to stay single so that she won’t continue to break marriages and hurt the kids she bring into the world. She is irresponsible mum and it justifies for Hawick to be unhappy. I hope she won’t end up as next Elizabeth Taylor who divorced and remarried many times. Money so what. cannot bring along into the box.
Will a normal person neglect own child and only spend 37 days in 3 years? Ridiculous YM.
@lovepeace123
So It’s Yang Mi’s fault that they divorce, it’s Yang Mi who makes everyone miserable. What about Hawick cheating on her? Is it her fault too?
@snowy Did Hawick cheat on her? It happened when they were already separated; YM also did the same thing
@lovepeace123
Finally, I agree with one of your comments. I think they had mutually split and before Hawick was spotted so called ‘cheating’ and agreed that they could find other partners…
@snowy Her fault is she spend very little time with hubby and kid.
Both parties are at fault: Hawick and YM are born in different worlds, one is mainland chinese culture and the other is HK culture. Thinking is different. Their marriage could have been a rush because of the shotgun. They should not have gone so far before marriage. Also, for newly married, time spent is not enough to establish strong foundation and YM refuse to reduce her filming schedule; she take on filming not long after she gave birth. This reduces bonding between her and the kid. Why woman breastfeed? Other than giving the kid nutrition through breastfeeding, it creates emotional bonding between kid and the mum.I am not saying YM didn’t but she took on filming not long after she gave birth. Her foundation with the kid is a ??
And they might not have understood each other enough, living habits, the demands in raising a kid and keeping the husband-wife relationship to be prepared to live together.
When one brings a kid into the world, we don’t just say i use modern tech to talk to the kid and i can do what i like and decide my own schedule, and not be there to spend enough time with the kid. Kid needs hugs, kissses, care, etc. So if a person is not prepared for demands in raising a kid, don’t ever have one.
Even if she’s a lousy mother, you can’t say she’s not a filial daughter. Good that she takes care of her parents.
@msxie0714 I am not against either father or mother being career-minded, but as long as the family works out a plan so that everyone is sacrificing a little to make it work. I don’t see a need for both parents to be working all the time unless they need to to make ends meet.
I disagree with people who argue that they still want a life and full career after kids and marriage but fails to discuss it with their partner before getting married and having kids. These things are very serious and need time to consider and discuss. Both parties need to know clearly what is expected so everyone is heading in the same direction for the family.
I have friends where the mother is main breadwinner and the dad works part-time and takes care of the kids. I also have friends where the mother takes a few initial years off after the baby is born and then once the kid goes to school, then she goes back to work. It can also happen for the father if he wants to take time off and the work.
But my friends are happy because they know what to do and what the plan is. They are happy to sacrifice because they know what they get in return is much better – the happiness and priceless memories with their child. The unhappiness and bitterness stems from a lack of discussion and a misunderstanding of what the other spouse wants and needs. Then any sacrifice will feel forced and resentful.
I won’t comment on whether Yang Mi or Hawick should be working or spending time with Naomi because I don’t know the whole story. Good luck to Yang Mi and Hawick on their divorce.
@elizabeth
i think they had a shotgun marriage so the baby came as a suprise. so perhaps they never planned it hence it turned out the way it did.
Why she need to consult with him about her money it’s Her money she don’t need his permission to buy anything. She’s a hardworking woman who doesn’t need others permission to do or get what she wants.
@mimi8 while that might be true, there lays the problem to their marriage. Even if it’s pocket change to her to buy a house, it’s nice to include your partner in such decision when concerning the elders. Afterall, the word partner does not mean doing everything separately.
@mimi8 It’s not about permission. It’s about respect. So husband do their own things and wife do their own things because they have money? Got to know about respect.
@lovepeace123
Well, when you buy your mom a shirt or a book or something, will you talk to your husband/wife? I guess sometimes people do, and sometimes they don’t (at least most people around me do that) So, why a house is different? She has money, maybe it’s not big deal to her. And I remember in an interview Yang Mi did say when Hawick bought his dad a house, he did not talk to her either. So yeah, you can stop blaming Yang Mi on this issue
@snowy If you buy or sell a hse which are big ticket items, u won’t discuss with yr spouse because you have money?
@lovepeace123
If I buy or sell a house owned by both of us I will talk to my hubby. But If I buy my parents a house then I will just buy it. He can do the same.
@snowy if you buy hse for your parents and you have to pay loan which affects your family’s finances, you also won’t tell your hubby?
@lovepeace123 yang mi probably don’t have to pay loans because of her wealth. if buying properties for her family is chump change for her, why would she need to tell her husband? do you tell your husband about every purchase you make, including groceries & miscellaneous items that you can afford? i don’t. and i don’t know anyone who does.
if i’m a multi-millionaire, and it wouldn’t make a dent in my finances to purchase a property for my parents, i’m not going to ask/notify my hubby beforehand because it’s not going to significantly impact our combined wealth.
@coralie
Really agree with you. Maybe to some people buying a house is a big thing but to some super rich people buying a house is just as simple as buying a shirt. Why we need to talk to our hubby every little detail while it’s not a big deal
@coralie the assumption is income size equates affordability. Michael Jackson earns billions but his debt brackets are as huge and he couldn’t settle his debts completely.
@lovepeace123 MJ is that way, but doesn’t mean everyone’s like him.
@lovepeace123
Why do I have to take the loan? I have enough money, so does Yang Mi.
@snowy You seem to be fighting for woman’s rights. In a relationship, fighting for rights is not important.
@lovepeace123
So, fighting for rights (woman’s rights) is not important in relationship but man’s ego is important and the woman should accept that? This is what you mean, right? Because you really make me confused with “In a relationship, fighting for rights is not important” statement.
@snowy a couple shld do things together. Not behave as individualistic singles. This is shown in YM. She does whatever she likes to the extent that her money and career is above her child. It is good Hawick leaves her.
@lovepeace123
Can you give me some examples of how Yang Mi put money and career above her child please?
@snowy If a mum puts child above career and money, she will spend time with the kid. Her time is mostly on filming, commercials, etc. It was reported in 3 years, her time with the kid is only 37 days.
All the crap about her having to work hard to support her kid. Hawick is rich enough to support the kid. So is YM. They can support without working. It is understandable for Hawick to spend time on his job. if not, he will be labelled as a man who depend on wife’s money. But for a wife and mother, the responsibility to nurture child and see to their development is important and YM failed badly. Her time is on work and career, making money.
@lovepeace123
So what you mean is “A man can work all he want because he needs to keep up his reputation. And a woman have to stay at home taking care of the family because her husband can work and bring money home?
Do you live in the 21st century?
@snowy So if Hawick stays home to be house husband and let YM support him, no one will say he is hen pecked and depend on woman’s ability?
People will still expect man to be breadwinner and if women are rich, it’s just a bonus.
Will you be breadwinner while your hubby remains home and depends on your income ?
@lovepeace123
So what you mean is Hawick works to keep up his reputation, so people will not call him a man who depends on his wife? Ok, his reputation is more precious to him than his family then.
About you ask me on woman is the one who brings the bacon, why not? It happens to my cousin’s family and I see they’re totally fine with it. For my own family, we’re working couple and I will be ok if my hubby stays home taking care of the family
@snowy Your husband may not want also. Men have ego. It’s a fact. It’s not wrong for a man to aspire in career. In a family, man and woman fulfill different roles.
Even when a divorce is complete, the court will still require the divorced male to contribute financially to support ex-wife and kid. The court in legal terms still ack man to be breadwinner.
@snowy It’s inappropriate to use reasoning that Hawick keeps his job to maintain reputation. You are out of context. He has passion for acting. And this keeps him in show business. He could have been an architect. But his passion lies in show business. Hence do what we are good at and have passion for. That’s the key.
@lovepeace123 it’s her money and his money they both agreed on spending their money separately so there’s no need to consult at all, got to respect their decisions on their own money.
Yang Mi’s beauty is classy and matured-looking (aura of a woman not a sweet 16 image), like Gong Li way back years ago. What’s wrong if she has some plastic surgery, as long as she doesn’t get addicted to it and looks awkward like some do.
She is in the entertainment industry and is a famous celebrity so keep her looks is an investment to her career.
I hope Yang Mi ignores all the critical and self-righteousness nosey, envious and judmental comments in the media.
At the end of the day, it is her life and only she will have to face the consequences, so stop judging her every action or inaction.
To all her critiques, please take a look in the mirror and take out that speck in your own eyes.
In Aussie, we call it the ‘Tall Poppy Syndrome’… go get a life!
If a mum puts child above career and money, she will spend time with the kid. Her time is mostly on filming, commercials, etc. It was reported in 3 years, her time with the kid is only 37 days.
All the crap about her having to work hard to support her kid. Hawick is rich enough to support the kid. So is YM. They can support without working. It is understandable for Hawick to spend time on his job. if not, he will be labelled as a man who depend on wife’s money. But for a wife and mother, the responsibility to nurture child and see to their development is important and YM failed badly. Her time is on work and career, making money.
@lovepeace123
It is worth having Yang Mi there 24/7 with her kid throwing tantrums and becoming frustrated like Elaine Ng which will affect the child negatively. As a child, I would rather prefer Mr Come home Love aka family man ‘Char Siu Bing’— Lau Dan looking after me as a child. Thanks!
@jimmyszeto so you support the little time YM spend with the kid or not see the kid at all?
@lovepeace123
yea. I cba explaining why because I’ve already done so.
@lovepeace123
What did you mean it was reported? It’s just a baseless post from a netizen for goodness sake. You just want to defend the guy all the way. Yeah he’s the man who cannot even admit that his ex wife is more succesful than him. Such a noble man he is. It’s their life, why should you dictate what they can do or can’t do? Yeah of course hawick need to prove himself and when he tried to do that, he was soooo busy and he didn’t have time for his family. “Luckily” he failed so now he could spend more time with his family.
I agree that YM should spend more time with her daughter. And actually she tried her best for that. Maybe not enough for some people who think that women should be at home all the time but who knows that it’s actually enough for them (Yang Mi and her daughter) to bond nicely. That’s why don’t judge anything as if you know everything.
@alexa777
Lovepeace123 believe every article, so I guess she will agree that Hawick cheat on Yang with his costar. And if she can be on the same side with a cheater, then I have nothing to say.
@snowy You call this cheating. They have already separated when such thing happen; and YM also did the same.
On their wedding day, from the Youtube video, I don’t see YM to be smiling and I don’t see her happy face. Their problem could have started very early but kept under the carpet. But there is shotgun, no choice la..
@lovepeace123
I remember there was report that they divorce 2 months ago (2018) in Canada. So in 2016, Hawick can be with other woman?
And you said Yang did the same. Who was Yang Mi with? Can you give me the name? And the situation too. Thank you
@snowy when a couple files for divorce, there is reqt to be separated for 2-3 years before divorce takes effect. Standard practice in court. Both parties held back info of their separation and wait till their daughter is older but eventually have to release the divorce info for some reasons.
YM has been said to be seeing Li Yifeng; you never know who else she is seeing. How come you don’t know? you google lah
Understand one thing: man are man. If a man doesn’t get wife’s attention and being neglected by wife, they will fall for other woman. It’s not just hawick. Most men are like that including non-celebrity. As a woman, if you want to keep your marriage, spend time with the husband else will drift apart as time passes by.
YM married too young and may be immature for marriage. She should not have married in the first place. Bringing the kid into this world and not taking responsibility to nurture and spend time with a kid is wrong as a parent. If she cannot spend time with the kid and husband during weekdays, she should still spend time during weekends. She cannot fulfill this and is willing for divorce for her career/fame sake.
@lovepeace123
Please check Canadian’s law before making a comment. There are 3 reasons for a married couple to be able to divorce, they only need ONE OF THREE to get qualified for this issue. As talking about the duration of 2 or 3 years for divorce, then in Canada it is 1 year only (I checked). They got married and got divorced in Canada (Hawick is Canadian)
Sina reported that Yang Mi and Hawick got divorce 2 months before the announcement which took place on December 22nd 2018. Please check all the information before making comment.
@snowy pls read this
https://www.straitstimes.com/lifestyle/entertainment/chinese-star-yang-mi-and-hk-actor-hawick-lau-announce-divorce-will-raise
It says divorce early 2018
Even if canadian law says separated at least 1 year, assuming they separated since early 2017, it means 2016, they already have marriage problems already
@lovepeace123
Is it a trust worthy source? Because Sina Weibo stated that they divorce 2 months before announcing (Dec 22rd 2018) due to protect their daughter’s privacy (it was her holiday, no school). And I trust Sina more.
Anyway, on April 14th 2017, LKU still called Yang Mi as his wife (on a TV show) so yeah. And about what you said that they had problem, ok even if it was true, was it reasonable for him to cheat?
P.s: I’m snowy, not sure why I could not make comment
@snowy btw, they divorce early 2018, not 2 mths ago. 2 mths ago was to broadcast the info only.
@lovepeace123
Read my above comment please
@lovepeace123
Did you watch the same wedding video with me? All I saw was that Yang Mi was so emotional that she got tear in her eyes hearing Hawick’s vow. Was it the tear of sadness?
@snowy Is this part of acting or for real?
@lovepeace123
You said it’s real or acting? Btw I also saw Hawick in tears. Are both of them acting to be in tears of joy?? I can’t differentiate then.
@snowy I also watched the wedding video and YM was emotional and was in tears of joy… it was definitely love marriage initially. Too bad it does not work well. Can only bless their future happiness.
@alexa777 I have seen YM on talk shows. She is not that refined in her tone and speech. It gives an impression.
See who the kid prefers? You will know how much time YM spends with the kid.
Why are you judging that because of Hawick’s failure, he could spend time with his family. How you know that was his intent? Aren’t you judging?
@lovepeace123
I just want to ask something. Do you know who is the one that Noemie prefer?Was The litlle kid interviewed before?
@snowy you are defending because you are YM’s fan. The child remains in HK because she is familiar with the man’s family and even YM ack that and allows the kid to stay in HK so as not to disrupt the kid’s emotional well being.
@lovepeace123
So, Noemie prefers Hawick is just your opinion based on that she is now living in HongKong. And you have no trust-worthy sources about that issue. Ok, thank you
@snowy wait and see lor. Noemie spends most time in HK. A child will be comfortable with whoever spends most time with them
@snowy Actions speak louder than words
@lovepeace123
Aren’t you also judging? You are the one who are biased to the core and don’t want to give yang mi benefit of the doubt at all. Will the guy spend time with family if he’s as busy as was a few years ago? I doubt it.
@alexa777 you have evidence that he didn’t spend time with the kid or you just insist because you are pro YM? Majority in this chat is pro YM and sway in favor of YM.
What’s the difference between a father and mum? Kid usually look for mum naturally unless the mum is not with the kid most of the time. This is natural to everyone, non celebrity family too.
It is obvious that YM’s schedule is very tight and she is not reducing filming assignment for the kid’s sake..At least Hawick reduce his filming assignment
Then why the kid remains in HK after divorce. It could have been reported that kid will sometimes stay in China with YM’s family. But the report is kid stays in HK. Isn’t it obvious? YM did not oppose to this arrangement.
@alexa777 Woman shld be there for the kid. Not saying must always remain in the kitchen.
I see alot of people in this chat tries to defend YM. But they don’t see the point that a child naturally looks for the mum when she/he is unwell, or wants to talk or play with. And a child needs complete family and security. If a kid prefers the man’s family, it shows the level of personal touch the kid receives from the mum
We are not into feminism or women’s rights. Ultimately, kid suffers. At such a young age, the parents break up. Feel sorry for the kid.
@lovepeace123 she can be there for the kid using modern technology.
Of course a child needs a complete family but it’s 21th century, it can be done in different ways than before.
Well, I’m not saying that Yang Mi is 100% right in this matter but you defend the guy like he’s 100% right. Well, biased much huh?
@alexa777 A kid needs parents to physically hug, kiss, hold them. Modern tech cannot do this.
I think it’s the reverse of biasness. Maj in this chat is pro YM and will defend her and put blame on hawick just because he is a man. I am trying to gear towards different perspectives that things are not as simple as we thought by blaming on hawick’s cheating that triggers divorce. There could be differences in this couple in terms of living habits, thinking, etc. So there is no need to focus on hawick’s cheating; i don’t find he cheated. The marriage didn’t work out early already and there have been articles on this since 2015 though both parties denied. And they could have already agreed they go on separate ways few years ago already.
They could have delayed the divorce due to the kid and also to prevent YM’s company value from falling abruptly because she could be putting her company as public-listed company and it will take some time to achieve that.
@alexa777 btw, is there a need for hawick to admit his wife earns more and is more successful? If a relationship is based on who earns more or who is more successful and then divorce because of that, they should not have married in the first place. Marriage base on this will not last and will eventually break because it has no substance and foundation.
People say this is modern world and no longer harping on women’s success as wrong. So why in this modern world, people are harping on the fact that the husband is not as successful as the wife. contradicting.
@lovepeace123
when it’s a fact, why shoud he deny it? It only shows that he’s an insecure and childish guy.
He even said that Yang Mi was only a commercial artist and he’s the artistic one. Who was he trying to kid? His projects are mostly crap.
@alexa777 I think the childish and insecure people are those in the chat who condemn him and it’s just based on rumors without evidence. All these are people’s privacy and there is no need to declare everything that is not on par with YM. In husband-wife relationship, this is not the basis to remain married. If so, better not to be married at all.
Really can’t understand all those judgemental thoughts to YM especially after her divorce with all blaming attitude to her as wife and mother. Who are we to judge whether YM do really care her family especially her daughter.
I do watch her interview and variety shows and from the other director and artist testimony, she is one of those artist that are been true to herself and serious in working attitude. As for her words of protection towards her daughter, she really stand strong to her words and never step forward in explaining although with all negative criticism to her. And I can see how she was so joyful in every single interview she shared on her daughter. And how she was in tears of joy listening to her daughter in a reality show that she only got a single chance of phone call which she chose her daughter. This prove her love to her daughter.
Between YM are right ! She have no obligation to tell everyone whenever she’s at home caring of her daughter. Really salute her positive attitude and good personality !
Bravo to @alexa777 and @snowy for your thoughts rather then seeing all those negative judgment thoughts that all of us does not have right to.
Sad to say ppl just chose the article they “interest” to believe rather than be realistic that truth might be distorted. Believe in your own eyes from people action and liking to YM rather than reading all negative article alone.
It’s my own personal thoughts towards these so called “news” .
@lovefaith Saying “I love you” is one thing but actions speak louder than words. A person who loves can give up things for the one she loves. YM cannot forgo her drama assignment nor reduce for the sake of her kid. How you know she protects her child? Through the post? Never know the true situation.
Face to face meet up is different from a single phone call. A kid needs personal touch and quantity/quality time.
Wow, I feel like Lovepeace123 is against the world defending Hawick everywhere =))
@mie2101 I feel mie2101 is against the world defending YM everywhere too
@lovepeace123
Do you mistake me with someone else? My previous comment is my first on Jaynestar, this is the second. I just read through comments here and there.
@mie2101
yeah that’s what she is trying to do by bulldozing the other party as if the guy is a saint.
@lovepeace123
Well, how YM protect the child or whenever she’s at home who knows anyway? You don’t know the whole situation don’t just simply judge the whole things based on your own belief and perception.
And you said the whole commenter here defending YM, but I only keep on seeing you defending Hawick.
As for your saying on separation 2-3 years before separation, yes you have said it ! That means you agreed that their relationship have problems ever since Hawick was caught cheating in end of 2016. And as I read on, yes you might be right, they separated after 2 years which they announce in end of 2018.
Btw you mention YM cheat, the report with Li Yi Feng bla bla is just the rumours, can you show me actual caught cheating video like we see in Hawick.
Actually we never intended to attacking Hawick, as you keep on defending him. Then we have no choice to just voice out our thoughts.
Btw are you trying to say that man cheating if wife not always with him is the rightful thgs to do ??
@lovefaith “That means you agreed that their relationship have problems ever since Hawick was caught cheating in end of 2016” as quoted by you. That’s not the point.
Their relationship problem is not due to hawick cheating. Prior to that, they already have marriage problem. If their marriage is so good, Hawick or YM will not go for others. They were already separated earlier. Hence both hv agreed they go on separate ways but denied in the press because they want it kept confidential. So cannot call it cheating else I would hv said YM similarly cheat too.
If you can say YM with Li Yi Feng is just rumor, how come you cannot say Hawick’s cheating is just rumor but you believe every article on hawick but not YM.
I also never intent to attack YM but i see that you keep defending YM.
Beg 2018 divorce, count 2 years backwards, they separated early 2016. So 2015, already have marriage problems and reach decision to file divorce early 2016
@lovepeace123
Reading your comments just really make me feel funny of you. On how you requote your sayings as mine. Forget about it. I only believe in truth. It’s never ending argument anyway which we have no right to judge. Truth will prevail. Just respect their privacy … do not judge. Period. Wish YM and Hawick with God blessings. Really thank God for YM positive personality. Respect ✊
@lovefaith well I ain’t a judge. But many are blaming on hawick’s cheating and lack of capability and not good enough for YM when they don’t really know the true reason for their divorce. so respect him without assumptions. God bless
@lovepeace123
Those are the keywords : we know nothing.
so how about we let them live their own lifes peacefully without any judging.
@alexa777 I let them lead their lives without judging from day 1. But I see alot in the chat are pro-YM and condemn Hawick’s cheating. Isn’t this a contradiction of what you are saying now? How you all know hawick cheated? You all saw him red handed on bed with another woman?
@lovepeace123
Really la i absolutely salute you la!! Can condemn people literally every comment of YM support and yes, @alexa777 was right, you are so bias with all your favour to Hawick.
Come on la, if the video evidence not consider as proof of cheating, then you can’t even say YM report rumours as evidence either!! Aren’t your words confusing ?
Btw, YM care of daughter with hug and motherly love, did YM really have to show before your eyes ?
We know nothing so we repeat again , just respect their privacy life. We just enjoy their performance in acting and their hard works enough.
@lovefaith Give video link please. What does the video show?
Since when I condemn people? I am just explaining. Wow your interpretation is very far-fetched..
Never judge that Hawick cheat as you don’t know what the real story is. Like I mention their marriages were rocky few years back and they could have agreed they go on separate ways..So please respect hawick’s privacy and don’t try to judge that he cheated.