Meritorious Artist Chí Trung responds to the news of registering his marriage with his girlfriend who is 18 years younger.
Responding to advice to register their marriage for "legitimate status," Meritorious Artist Chí Trung affirmed that he and his girlfriend Ý Lan have agreed to live together without commitment and respect each other's natural feelings.
Recently, Meritorious Artist Chí Trung attracted attention when he shared moments from his trip to Austria with his girlfriend, Ý Lan. The couple visited the famous Love Bridge, which is adorned with thousands of padlocks symbolizing eternal commitment. There, the artist shared his personal views on marriage, leading to lively discussions on social media.
Frankly responding to advice about getting married.
In the comments section of the video, some viewers advised the male artist to register his marriage with his girlfriend to create social comfort and support his application for the title of People's Artist. In response to these opinions, Meritorious Artist Chi Trung asserted that such a view is now outdated.
The male artist stated that he and Ý Lan had agreed not to be legally bound to each other, but to let things take their natural course. He specifically emphasized that he no longer placed much importance on the title of People's Artist. For him, the true value of life lies in personal understanding and happiness, rather than outward appearances.
A happy relationship after a breakup.
Having publicly declared their love in 2020, Meritorious Artist Chí Trung and businesswoman and former beauty queen Ý Lan have been together for over half a decade. Both have experienced failed marriages and now have children and grandchildren from their previous relationships. Their similar backgrounds have helped them easily understand and support each other in their work and daily lives.
Despite their strong feelings for each other, the couple decided not to get married officially. According to the male artist, not getting married and living separately ("each in their own home") is the best choice at their current age. This allows both of them to maintain their personal freedom while preserving their respect for each other.
The reasons behind the decision not to get married.
Meritorious Artist Chí Trung shared that he is concerned about health issues and the age difference. Due to chronic illnesses such as diabetes, high blood pressure, and cardiovascular disease, he does not want to create a legal commitment that could become a burden for his girlfriend, who is 18 years younger than him, in the future.
He emphasized his support for a lifestyle of honesty with emotions. Instead of trying to maintain a formal but unhappy marriage, he chose a love that is not binding but enduring. Currently, their relationship has the support of both sets of children.
Overall, Meritorious Artist Chi Trung's perspective reflects a modern trend in seeking happiness in old age: prioritizing peace and understanding over bureaucratic procedures or societal expectations.
