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The Star
4 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Star
Chinese actor Zhang Yiyang executed by firing squad after murdering underage girlfriend
Chinese singer-actor Zhang Yiyang was executed by firing squad on Dec 18, 2024, after being convicted of the murder of his 16-year-old girlfriend. He was 33 at the time of his death. According to a recently released court document from the Intermediate People's Court of Xianyang City in Shaanxi province, Zhang lured the victim – who was 15 when they started dating – into a forest in Xingping city on Feb 26, 2022. When she expressed her intention to end the relationship, a heated argument broke out, during which Zhang fatally stabbed her in the neck. Following the attack, Zhang returned home to change his clothes and disposed of both the bloodied garments and the victim's mobile phone by throwing them into a river. He then checked into a hotel, where he attempted to take his own life but was discovered by a staff member who alerted the police. The court described Zhang's actions as extremely violent and socially harmful. His pattern of emotional manipulation, including repeated threats of suicide to control the victim, further influenced the court's decision to uphold his death sentence after a failed appeal. The case sent shockwaves across mainland China. It marks the first time a celebrity in the country was legally executed for a criminal offense. In the wake of the news, netizens slammed the posthumous release of Zhang's film Jie You Yin Sheng Guan, which premiered in March this year. Users on Douban (a Chinese online database for film, books, music and more), also bombarded the film's page with one-star ratings, condemning its release given that its lead actor had been executed for the murder of an underage girl. Those suffering from mental health issues or contemplating suicide can reach out to the Mental Health Psychosocial Support Service (03-2935 9935 or 014-322 3392); Talian Kasih (15999 or 019-261 5999 on WhatsApp); Jakim's Family, Social and Community care centre (011-1959 8214 on WhatsApp); and Befrienders Kuala Lumpur (03-7627 2929, visit for a full list of numbers and operating hours, or email sam@
News18
7 hours ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Chinese Actor Zhang Yiyang Executed For Murdering Girlfriend, 1st Celebrity To Face Death Penalty
Chinese singer-actor Zhang Yiyang was executed in December 2024 for murdering his 16-year-old girlfriend in February 2022, a rare celebrity death penalty case. In a shocking development Chinese singer-actor Zhang Yiyang was executed in December 2024 after being convicted of murdering his 16-year-old girlfriend. The Xianyang Intermediate People's Court in Shaanxi recently released the details of the case, marking the first known instance of a Chinese celebrity receiving the death penalty for a violent crime. The incident occurred in February 2022, when Zhang allegedly lured the teenager to a remote forest area in Xingping City under the guise of celebrating his birthday. However, the meeting took a tragic turn. Reports from Koreaboo and Dimsumdaily indicate that the two got into an argument during which the victim expressed her desire to end the relationship. What followed was a violent outburst as Zhang repeatedly stabbed her in the neck with a folding knife. The brutal attack proved fatal. The girl died at the scene after her carotid artery and windpipe were severely ruptured. In an attempt to cover up the crime, Zhang tried to stage the murder as a suicide. He also made a failed attempt to take his own life, after which he was taken into custody by local law enforcement. Zhang was later charged with intentional homicide. His trial concluded with a death sentence, which was upheld even after an appeal. The sentence was carried out by firing squad, a method of execution still practiced in China. The case quickly drew national attention not only because of the actor's rising fame at the time of the crime but also due to the particularly disturbing nature of the murder. Zhang was seen as a promising talent in the entertainment industry, with several projects lined up and a growing fan base. 'This was a deliberate and calculated act," the court noted in its ruling. 'The brutality of the crime and his attempt to manipulate the scene reflect a severe threat to public safety." Zhang's execution has since become one of the most high-profile legal cases in recent years. First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
AsiaOne
7 hours ago
- AsiaOne
Daily roundup: Kite string rips through clothes and bag strap, nearly strangles motorcyclist on KL highway — and other top stories today, World News
Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. Kite string rips through clothes and bag strap, nearly strangles motorcyclist on KL highway The Singapore Police Force's Airport Police Division (APD) and Home Team Science and Technology Agency (HTX) have been piloting a new police patrol robot named Gibson since early July. This indoor robot, which was built to enhance police presence and improve officers' mobility, can also be used as a means of transport... » READ MORE 2. MOM probes alleged fake injury claim by Sumo Salad employee amid police probe into owner's death The Ministry of Manpower (MOM) said on Monday (July 21) that it was looking into a fraudulent work injury claim made against EatGreen, the operator of eatery Sumo Salad... » READ MORE 3. Chinese actor Zhang Yiyang revealed to have been executed for murder of 16-year-old girlfriend Chinese actor Zhang Yiyang was recently revealed to have been executed by a firing squad in December last year for killing his 16-year-old girlfriend... » READ MORE 4. Long John Silver's slowly shifts to 24/7 operations, here are 4 outlets now open round the clock Often feel peckish in the middle of the night? Long John Silver's has got your back. In a Facebook post on Saturday (July 19), the fast food chain shared that they have progressively been shifting to 24-hour operations since March... » READ MORE editor@
New Straits Times
8 hours ago
- Entertainment
- New Straits Times
#SHOWBIZ: Chinese actor Zhang Yiyang executed for 16-year-old girlfriend's murder
BEIJING: Chinese actor Zhang Yiyang was reportedly executed by firing squad in December last year for the murder of his 16-year-old girlfriend. AsiaOne reported yesterday that Yiyang, who was 34 years old, is the first celebrity in China to have received a death sentence. According to court documents reportedly released by Xianyang authorities in Shaanxi, his girlfriend, identified only as Miss Zhang, was 15 when they began dating and had expressed a desire to end their relationship. Yiyang opposed the breakup and, during their arguments, threatened to take his own life. On Feb 26, 2022, he lured her to a forest under the pretence of celebrating her birthday. There, he fatally attacked her with a pocketknife, severing her carotid artery and windpipe with multiple cuts. Following the brutal act, he returned home to change his clothes, subsequently disposing of them and her mobile phone in a river. Court documents also revealed that he then attempted suicide at a hotel, but was discovered by staff who alerted the police. He was sentenced to death for intentional homicide and was executed on Dec 18, 2024. Yiyang's film, 'Jie You Yin Sheng Guan', was released posthumously in March this year. Recently, netizens on the platform Douban began giving the film one-star ratings, heavily criticising its release despite its lead actor being a convicted murderer.
CNA
10 hours ago
- Entertainment
- CNA
Singer-actor Zhang Yiyang was executed in 2024 for the murder of teenage girlfriend, Chinese court confirms
Chinese singer-actor Zhang Yiyang was sentenced to death by firing squad in December 2024 for the murder of his 16-year-old girlfriend in 2022, a recent investigation report from a Chinese court has confirmed. Zhang is said to be the first Chinese entertainer to be given the death penalty. The report from the Intermediate People's Court of Xianyang City, Shaanxi Province, which has circulated in Chinese media, stated that Zhang and his then-girlfriend started dating in September 2021. But when she would propose to break up, Zhang would refuse and often threaten her with suicide. On Feb 26, 2022, Zhang, who was 30 at the time, lured his then-girlfriend to a forest in Xingping City, Shaanxi Province, on the pretext of spending his birthday together. The couple had another dispute over a breakup and Zhang stabbed her neck multiple times with a folding knife he carried, leading to her death. According to the report, the Chinese actor-singer went home and threw her phone and his clothes into a reservoir. The next day, he attempted suicide in a hotel room in Xingping City using the same knife. He was later discovered by a hotel staff member who alerted the police. He was then sent to a hospital. In accordance with China's criminal law, the court sentenced Zhang to death for intentional homicide. Zhang's appeal was dismissed and he was executed on Dec 18, 2024, the report stated. According to Chinese media outlets, after police investigations, Zhang was found to be psychologically paranoid and had a strong desire for control. He had long threatened his then-girlfriend with suicide whenever she mentioned breaking up. Zhang had appeared in films such as The Soul Of The Dragon and released songs like I Only Care About People Who Care About Me and Crying Man. Many netizens have also criticised the entertainment industry for continuing to circulate Zhang's posthumous works despite his crimes, including the film The Sound Of Music (also known as Jieyou Sound Hall), which was released in March this year.
