
Lei Hong is a well-known Chinese actor who has garnered attention for his colorful love life and multiple marriages. Over the years, he has been linked to several women and has a reputation for his unconventional relationships.
After a long career in the film industry, Lei Hong finally gained recognition for his talent at the age of 55, winning the Best Supporting Actor award at the Golden Bell Awards. In 2008, he took home the Best Actor award for his leading role in the film House of Birth. This marked a turning point in his career, and he soon found himself with a successful career, luxurious house, fancy car, and top-tier paychecks.
Lei Hong has received accolades at numerous prestigious award shows.
However, it was not his impressive career that captivated audiences, but rather his complicated personal life. Lei Hong has been compared to the fictional character Wei Xiao Bao, known for his romantic entanglements with multiple women. In real life, Lei Hong has had seven wives, a remarkable number in modern society, which adheres to the monogamous principle of one husband and one wife.
Astonishingly, there was a time when Lei Hong lived with six of his wives under the same roof. Even at the age of 71, he married his seventh wife. Many were shocked by the actor’s unconventional lifestyle choices.
Living with Six Wives: A Monthly Allowance of 250 Million VND and the Dread of Tet Holidays
Lei Hong’s first wife was arranged by his parents during his struggling days as an unknown actor. With no fame or fortune, he took on minor roles, sometimes with no lines or even a character name. Despite his lack of success, his wife stood by him, believing in his sincerity and commitment. She was content with a stable yet modest life, and as Lei Hong’s career took off, she dedicated herself to supporting their family.
Lei Hong began neglecting his first wife as his fame and wealth grew.
However, as Lei Hong’s fame and wealth grew, he became entangled in a web of temptations. Numerous women were drawn to his success and charisma, and before long, he found himself in complicated relationships. Lei Hong once stated that he was a man of his word, and if a woman became pregnant, he would marry her. As a result, he unintentionally accumulated six wives.
Unlike many men who might discard their first wife in favor of younger women, Lei Hong wanted it all. He desired both the stability of his first wife and the excitement of new relationships. Lei Hong acknowledged the importance of his first wife’s support, stating, “If it weren’t for her, I might have given up on acting a long time ago.”
His first wife struggled with resentment and anger, even contemplating divorce. Ultimately, she accepted her fate and remained by his side, believing that as long as she maintained her position as the primary wife, their lives would remain unchanged, and their children would be secure.
Lei Hong wanted it all: a successful career, his first wife, and multiple mistresses.
Driven by his desire to keep everyone in his life, Lei Hong established a set of rules for his wives. They were required to report their whereabouts to him at all times, while he maintained secrecy about his own activities. He explained that “the purpose was to prevent them from suspecting each other.” Additionally, to maintain peace and avoid financial disputes, Lei Hong provided each wife with a monthly allowance of 70,000 CNY (approximately 250 million VND).
Lei Hong did not hesitate to display affection for his female colleagues.
He was unbothered by his wives witnessing these displays of affection.
Despite his efforts to maintain harmony, Lei Hong often faced challenges during family gatherings. In a promotional event for his film Hua Nao Da Fu Gui during the Tet holiday, Lei Hong confessed that he dreaded this time of year the most. Aside from financial pressures, he had to deal with arguments and jealousy among his wives, which caused him great distress. “If there’s a next life,” he declared, “I will definitely not marry multiple wives.”
Financial Ruin and Finding True Love with His Seventh Wife
Lei Hong’s life took an unexpected turn when his first wife’s stock market investments incurred losses totaling more than 60 million CNY (approximately 218 billion VND). This financial crisis forced him to sell his house and car, and his wives began to leave him, fearing the consequences of his debt.
As Lei Hong’s fortunes declined, he fell into debt and was abandoned by his wives.
The financial ruin also impacted Lei Hong’s career, and he gradually lost his prominent position in the industry. His advancing age further limited his acting opportunities. Left with no money, no home, and no one by his side, Lei Hong fell into a deep depression and attempted suicide by taking sleeping pills.
It was at this darkest hour that a woman entered his life and changed his destiny. This woman, Lei Hong’s seventh wife, played a pivotal role in his recovery. While hospitalized, he met Zeng Xinyi, a young nurse 22 years his junior. She diligently cared for him during his hospital stay, offering comfort and encouragement. Their initial patient-nurse relationship blossomed into love, and they eventually married.
In his darkest hour, Lei Hong met his seventh wife.
Zeng Xinyi gave birth to a daughter and helped Lei Hong manage his finances. She stood by him during his most challenging period and supported him in repaying his debts. Reflecting on his seventh wife, Lei Hong shared: “She not only fully trusted me but also took the initiative to propose to me and expressed her desire to share my life. This touched me deeply.”
His seventh wife, despite their age difference, brought peace and stability to Lei Hong’s life.
Looking back, Lei Hong acknowledged the mistakes he had made and expressed his desire for a tranquil life with his current wife and children in his twilight years. Although his acting career and fame have faded, he has found solace in his small family and the sincere love of his younger wife.