In a heartfelt Instagram post that has since gone viral, Hong Kong singer Steven Cheung’s wife, Au Yin Man, has opened up about the family’s dire financial situation, revealing their inability to repay mounting debts despite their relentless efforts to make ends meet. The couple, who have been in the public eye for their tumultuous relationship and financial woes, are now facing one of their toughest challenges yet.
Au, 33, shared her frustration and despair in a candid update, writing, “I thought that things would get better by working hard and making changes, but it hasn’t. It feels like life is playing a cruel joke on me.” She detailed the family’s struggles, including being out of work, dealing with frequent illnesses among their four young sons, and the rising costs of basic necessities like milk powder and food. “How am I supposed to repay anything?” she lamented.
Steven Cheung, 40, a former member of the popular Cantopop duo Boy’z, has been working tirelessly to support his family. From cable wiring and construction work to distributing fliers and condoms, the singer has taken on various odd jobs to provide for his six-member household. In March 2024, he even turned to online crowdfunding, and by July, he was seen working at a local snack shop. Despite these efforts, the family’s financial situation remains precarious.
The couple’s struggles have been compounded by Cheung’s tarnished reputation following a 2019 cheating scandal involving four women, including Hong Kong actress April Leung. Since then, Cheung has found it increasingly difficult to secure performance opportunities, further straining the family’s finances. Au emphasized that their inability to repay debts is not due to unwillingness but sheer inability. “I can’t think of a way out. Of course, if you borrow, you should repay, but I really have nothing left,” she said.
The couple’s story has sparked a mix of sympathy and criticism from netizens. While some have expressed support for their efforts to provide for their children, others have questioned their decision to have four kids despite their financial instability. Au, however, remains focused on her family, stating, “I have to take care of four kids and can’t even leave the house.”
As the family continues to navigate their financial crisis, their story serves as a stark reminder of the challenges faced by many in the entertainment industry, where public image and career opportunities can be fleeting. For now, Steven Cheung and Au Yin Man are holding on to hope, determined to find a way forward for the sake of their children.
