When talking about directors in the film industry, people’s minds always flash up to the figures of masters such as Feng Xiaogang, Zhang Yimou, and Tsui Hark. Indeed, they are high-profile directors. However, before they emerged, director You Xiaogang had already Make a name for yourself in the industry.
He directed "The Genius", "Kyoto Chronicle", and "The Secret History of Xiaozhuang". Today, there are almost no film and television works that can compete with them. In the 1980s, You Xiaogang Already firmly at the pinnacle of the directing field.
You Xiaogang is a legendary figure. He is not only talented, but also has rich and colorful emotional experiences. He has been married three times, and it was not until he was 64 years old that he received the title of father for the first time. His first marriage was to a CCTV host, his second marriage was to an actress, and his third marriage was to a 30-year-old beauty. His love life is more exciting than the TV series and has become a hotly discussed topic.
You Xiaogang was born in a wealthy family, but due to his father's influence, his family gradually declined in that special era. Unable to further his studies, he was forced to join the queue-jumping team in the countryside, and won the favor of his leaders with his outstanding literary talents.
Originally had the opportunity to engage in drama performances, but due to his poor image, he had to turn to the job of director. It was this experience that laid the foundation for his future career as a director.
During his years in the countryside, he lived a fulfilling and interesting life. He was well versed in writing scripts and directing, and even joined the Air Force Cultural Troupe. Later, he was transferred to the front line and experienced real war scenes firsthand. This experience not only improved their family's political identity, but also gave him the opportunity to take the college entrance examination and successfully entered the Beijing Film and Television Directing Department for further studies.
At Beijing Film Academy, he not only gained a wealth of knowledge, but also met his first wife, Tian Ge. His graduation work "Triumph at Midnight" also made him famous. Subsequently, he began to direct film and television works. As his works matured, he gradually became a high-profile director in China. At that time, Feng Xiaogang and Zhang Yimou had not yet emerged.
As for his love life, his first wife Tian Ge is 10 years younger than him. She is as beautiful as a flower, but the two have a deep relationship, because in Tian Ge's view, You Xiaogang's talent is far more attractive than his appearance. They held a simple wedding when they were passionately in love. However, as their careers expanded, the two drifted apart due to their busy work and eventually parted ways.
When you got divorced, You Xiaogang chose to leave the house and promised his ex-wife that he would lend a helping hand whenever she needed it. After bidding farewell to his first marriage, he entered his second marriage and tied the knot with Wu Qianqian in 1996. After marriage, they lived a happy life. You Xiaogang handed over the financial power to Wu Qianqian and regarded her as the only "heroine". Wu Qianqian starred in the director's works without exception. With the support of You Xiaogang, Wu Qianqian rose from an unknown actress to become a popular actress.
However, the good times did not last long. You Xiaogang was involved in scandals with many actresses and became a prodigal in love. During his marriage, his relationship with Wu Qianqian had problems, and he was reduced from the heroine to the supporting actress.
When he was casting for "The Secret History of Xi Shi", he fell in love at first sight with the 18th-tier young actor Zhou Tingyi, which put his marriage in the greatest crisis. Although Wu Jingjing became the final choice of "Xi Shi", You Xiaogang became very interested in Zhou Tingyi and frequently sent text messages to guide her acting skills and cared about her every move.
On October 15, 2012, Wu Qianqian posted on the Internet: I wish you all the best and bless me. Six short words announced the end of their marriage. Later, Zhou Tingyi issued a declaration of love on his account. In 2015, You Xiaogang publicly admitted that he was dating Zhou Tingyi.
Today, he is married to Zhou Tingyi, and welcomed his first child at the age of 64, and his second son at the age of 65.
Although the three marriages have been criticized, You Xiaogang's outstanding contribution as a director cannot be ignored. We should pay more attention to his film and television works rather than his personal life.
