Top 5 Love Scandals That Shook Vietnamese Showbiz in 2022

In late June, the Vietnamese Embassy in Spain was notified by the Mallorca Police about the arrest of two Vietnamese nationals, accused of sexual assault on a 17-year-old minor and violating privacy rights. The involvement of actor Hồng Đăng and musician Hồ Hoài Anh in the scandal has sparked intense public debate. Their careers were severely impacted by the scandal. As a result, Hồng Đăng was banned from appearing on television, and his scenes in ongoing TV series had to be cut. Meanwhile, Hồ Hoài Anh was suspended from his job at the Vietnam National Academy of Music, and remains on unpaid leave. Upon returning to Vietnam, both figures limited their public appearances and did not offer any explanation regarding the incident.

On August 25, photos of actress Phương Oanh on a date with businessman Shark Bình (Nguyễn Hòa Bình) stirred up public attention. The next day, Phương Oanh, known for her role as "Quỳnh Búp Bê," confirmed their relationship. She clarified that both she and Shark Bình were single when they started dating. Phương Oanh acknowledged that Shark Bình had gone through a divorce over two years ago but never pried into his past. She added, "I haven't done anything wrong, so there's no shame. I hope people understand that I would never betray the love, trust, and affection people have shown me." Their relationship sparked mixed reactions from online communities, but the couple continued to enjoy their time together. Sweet photos of Shark Bình and Phương Oanh were widely shared, generating constant chatter. Recently, the pair has again been the focus of public attention due to cryptic social media posts hinting at possible relationship troubles. When contacted, Shark Bình explained, "Regarding my personal feelings, I want to share two things. My marriage with Mrs. Đào Lan Hương is beyond repair and ended a long time ago. The divorce proceedings are ongoing in court and have been delayed due to her demands for an asset division beyond what was agreed upon in late 2018. During this time, my pursuit of personal relationships is my private matter, as long as it doesn’t break the law or harm anyone. I prefer not to discuss details further."

In late March 2022, Hiền Hồ was caught in a scandal involving a wealthy man in his sixties, who was already married with children. Multiple images surfaced online, suggesting the singer was involved with him. Amid the controversy, Hiền Hồ remained silent, deactivating her Facebook and personal fanpage accounts. As a result, she faced cancellations of numerous performances, and there were calls from the public to blacklist her due to her personal issues. After nearly a month of silence, Hiền Hồ publicly acknowledged her mistake, apologizing to her fans in a handwritten letter, stating that the criticism she received was a significant life lesson that forced her to self-reflect. She confessed, "I must now face the consequences. Whether the information circulating is true or false, further explanation no longer matters. I take full responsibility for my actions and sincerely apologize to all those affected by this, to my fans, and to those who know and love me. I hope for your understanding and forgiveness." After taking a six-month break, Hiền Hồ made a comeback to music in September 2022, but the boycott against her remained strong. For example, a university withdrew her performance at the last minute due to strong student protests. The scandal significantly impacted Hiền Hồ's career and set a stricter standard for artists violating ethical norms in the public eye.

Born in 1989 in Hanoi, Diệp Lâm Anh is not only known for her beauty but also for her versatility, having ventured into various fields such as dancing, modeling, singing, acting, and hosting. She gained popularity after winning the reality TV show "Cuộc đua kỳ thú". Diệp Lâm Anh and businessman Đức Phạm began dating in 2015 after a long period of acquaintance. Just one month into their relationship, Đức Phạm introduced Diệp Lâm Anh to his family, signaling his serious intentions. By 2016, they publicly declared their love, sharing many sweet moments together at public events, where they were always seen together, exchanging affectionate gestures. Đức Phạm expressed his love with romantic declarations, such as "You are everything to me" and "I will never let you go". In 2018, after three years of dating, Đức Phạm surprised Diệp Lâm Anh with a romantic proposal at a movie theater, telling her, "You are the most special woman in my life" and "I want to walk with you down the road ahead, and spend every moment of my life with you, protecting you." His sweet words brought tears to both Diệp Lâm Anh and those present. They married in May 2018 at a luxurious restaurant in Ho Chi Minh City. At the time, their marriage was seen as an ideal, with many young people looking up to them as a symbol of family happiness. However, starting in early 2021, Diệp Lâm Anh began sharing fewer images with her husband and often attended events or traveled alone. This led to speculation about problems in their marriage. Despite public rumors, Diệp Lâm Anh insisted that her marriage was fine. However, in October 2021, photos surfaced of Đức Phạm with a woman, rumored to be his mistress. A few days later, Đức Phạm confirmed that their marriage had been in trouble for some time, though Diệp Lâm Anh continued to deny it, claiming they had not divorced and were still living together. Eventually, it became clear that their relationship was no longer intact. On January 9, 2022, Diệp Lâm Anh's representative confirmed that they had separated and she had moved out of their home. They attempted to reconcile over asset division and child custody but failed. In November 2022, the court held a preliminary hearing, but no final ruling had been made. Diệp Lâm Anh expressed that she was not seeking alimony but would accept financial support from her ex-husband to better care for their children.

Hải Tú, whose full name is Lê Quang Hải Tú, was born in 1997 in Ho Chi Minh City. She first gained attention as one of the most charming models in the fashion scene, known for her delicate and feminine style. However, in the midst of her rising popularity, Hải Tú suddenly moved to France to study Biology and Ecology. In October 2020, she returned to Vietnam and joined Sơn Tùng M-TP's company. It was at this point that rumors about her relationship with Sơn Tùng began to surface. During the 2022 Lunar New Year, the pair caused a stir when they were spotted together at a private villa. Although rumors about their relationship had been circulating for some time, this marked the first time they were seen together in a private setting. In the photos, Sơn Tùng appeared to have a somewhat ambiguous attitude towards Hải Tú, fueling speculation about potential tensions between them. As rumors about their personal lives grew, Sơn Tùng chose to remain silent, allowing the situation to settle. However, his silence and the controversy surrounding his image began to affect his career. Hải Tú also faced backlash from fans, and her career, which had not even properly launched, was put on indefinite hold.