Former EXO member Huang Zi Tao and Xu YiYang officially announced their relationship.
Following departure from EXO, Tao has established his own company, setting on a new solo journey in China. The former K-pop idol has now announced a new beginning of his life. He has made his relationship public with labelmate Xu Yi Yang, who was also a trainee under SM Entertainment.
On July 14, Tao and Xu Yi Yang officially announced their relationship through a Weibo post. The duo shared a series of heart-warming couple pictures shot during the sunset hour.
Shortly after, the couple also shared two videos compiling the photos, winning fans’ hearts with their swoon-worthy chemistry.
Tao and Xu Yi Yang have been closely acquainted for a long time now. In 2018, after he officially left the K-pop boy group and established his own company L. TAO ENTERTAINMENT, the female singer joined his agency.
From colleagues to lovers, their heart-warming love story reportedly began four years ago. In 2020, rumors emerged about their romantic involvement when the duo was seen supporting each other’s activities continuously.
During Xu Yi Yang’s Produce Camp appearance, Tao openly encouraged fans to vote for her. They were also spotted together on many dates including a trip to Yunan, China. Both of them have expressed admiration and affection for each other on multiple occasions.
In April 2024, their swoon-worthy romance even led to multiple reports about their engagement and marriage plans. Though the duo denied the speculations, months later their relationship confirmation sparks further curiosity about the same.
Meanwhile, as the couple has been going strong for four years, fans hope they continue to march towards a brighter future together.