On May 20th, rumors of a divorce between mainland Chinese stars Liu Shishi and Nicky Wu resurfaced once again, creating a buzz on social media platforms. Speculations about their marriage have been circulating for some time now, with a recent post by a prominent mainland blogger claiming that the couple has indeed split. This revelation quickly became the number one trending topic on Weibo, garnering over 240 million views. While Nicky Wu remained silent as usual, Liu Shishi’s studio responded by sharing multiple beautiful photos of the actress and expressing her thoughts through a written statement.
The couple first met on the set of the drama “Scarlet Heart” and tied the knot in 2015 despite their 17-year age gap. They welcomed a son together in 2019. Previously known for their loving image, rumors of trouble in paradise started circulating in 2022. In February 2025, netizens discovered that Liu Shishi had transferred the shares of her company to Nicky Wu, leading to speculation about their relationship. The lack of public interactions between the couple for over a year, coupled with Liu Shishi not wearing her wedding ring for several months and the absence of birthday greetings on social media, fueled the divorce rumors.
The timing of the divorce rumors coincided with “520,” a date associated with the phrase “I love you,” which added more weight to the speculations. According to the blogger, Liu Shishi and Nicky Wu have completed the division of their assets at a law firm in Beijing, with the custody of their child becoming a focal point of public discussion.
Recent changes in the equity structure of their joint company, “Jiangsu Daocaixiong Entertainment,” further fueled speculation about their impending divorce. Observers noted that such asset reallocations often precede separations, citing similar patterns in other celebrity divorces. Interestingly, the location where Nicky Wu recently filmed an endorsement campaign happened to be the same venue where he and Liu Shishi had their wedding in Bali.
Fans noticed a significant decline in social media interactions between Liu Shishi and Nicky Wu since October 2024. Liu Shishi removed previous posts showing affection towards her husband, changed her social media profile to reflect a “single vibe,” while Nicky Wu’s updates mainly revolved around parenting and work, with no joint appearances on special occasions like holidays or wedding anniversaries. Some online users surmised that the couple’s relationship had been deteriorating, with a formal announcement of their divorce seemingly imminent.
Despite the rumors, Liu Shishi has been making strides in her career with the success of her recent dramas “In the Palm of My Hand” and “Huai Shui Zhu Ting.” Her latest drama “Huai Shui Zhu Ting” has been receiving positive reviews, and a recent emotional post bidding farewell to her character “Huaizhu” sparked discussions about the impermanence of relationships, inviting comparisons to her marriage with Nicky Wu.
On the evening of May 20th, Liu Shishi’s studio shared a series of stunning beach photos of the actress on Weibo, accompanied by a message wishing everyone happiness on “520.” The post read, “May the waves turn love into flowing verses, with the sea breeze delivering bright fragments of joy. Wishing everyone a happy 520! May every day be surrounded by love.” In the images, Liu Shishi was seen sporting a casual outfit with a striped shirt and black trousers, exuding a playful expression towards the camera.
Amidst the ongoing speculation surrounding Liu Shishi and Nicky Wu’s marriage, Nicky Wu’s mother expressed her sadness when interviewed, stating, “I feel upset seeing this, they were doing so well!” Insiders close to the couple also affirmed that they were in a good relationship. Fans of Liu Shishi have called on her studio to take a strong stance against online trolls and rumors, urging them to tackle misinformation head-on.