VTV female MC bravely reveals her same-sex relationship.

Overcoming social prejudices and family opposition, MC Ngoc Trang remains happy with her same-sex partner.

Opposition from the family.

After her first marriage ended, did she have any other relationships before finding her true love, Lin Jay?

No. I had been separated from my partner for three years when I met Lin Jay. Actually, I hadn't really needed a man before, but I wasn't sure if I was a lesbian. Until I met Lin Jay, I felt like I had found the person I loved; I just wanted to be faithful to her and no longer had feelings for men.

Ngoc Trang is a familiar MC for programs such as "Key to Success - CEO," "Exciting Shopping," "Beautiful Magazine," and "Art Space" on VTV1...

Can you tell us about your fateful meeting? How did you and Lin Jay get to know each other?

Lin and I met by chance through a mutual friend. When she learned I had complimented her appearance, she invited me to her house for dinner. At first, Lin addressed me as "sister" and referred to herself as "younger sister." She also shared her life story with me. I felt we had many similarities in personality, and we naturally became friends.

At the time, I didn't consider it love, just friendship. But after my divorce, we confided in each other more and more frequently. That's when we gradually began to feel affection for each other, and after a year, we officially started dating.

When you received a declaration of love, you must have had many doubts before deciding to accept, right?

To be honest, I wasn't too worried. Because to me, his personality was no different from a normal boy; he liked playing video games, rode his motorbike very fast... All the feelings he gave me were just like a man's, so I wasn't too concerned.

Furthermore, I'm divorced, so legally, I'm very free. Vietnamese law doesn't prohibit same-sex relationships. My biggest concern is my family's mindset; they're not used to it yet. However, I'm fortunate that when I met Lin, I already had a baby boy. For those who have never been in love or married, having a child can be very difficult and requires careful consideration before entering into a same-sex relationship.

So, how did your family members react?

Initially, when we were just friends, my parents spoke to her normally, but when we decided to be together, my family objected and opposed it. My mother said that for a woman, a failed marriage is completely understandable, but why didn't I fall in love with another man and get married, instead of choosing to be with someone of the same sex? She said it was like walking into a dead end. My father reacted even more strongly. He was angry and opposed it vehemently, criticizing me quite harshly.

Actually, I can completely understand my parents. From childhood until now, my life has been a straight line: go to school, graduate from university, get a job, get married, have children. Suddenly leaving my husband, and then at 30 falling in love with a gay man—any parent would be shocked. But I just explained that for Lin Jay, I feel he's a safe haven right now. He's also very good to my son, so I'm very reassured that I've chosen a suitable father for him.

Now, after much persuasion, my parents can smile and greet Lin Jay in a friendly manner when they meet him. Although the atmosphere isn't completely comfortable yet, it has given me more confidence in my decision.

Having a son is the biggest obstacle.

And what about your son? Did it take him a long time to get used to your boyfriend?

Actually, I haven't seen any problems with my son because he's still so young. But Lin's current demeanor, as well as the way he acts and behaves, is very much like a caring father. Every night, when my son wakes up startled, Lin gently pulls the blanket over him. On his first day of school, Lin was even more excited than I was. These small actions truly stem from genuine love, and children can feel it, so my son also sees Lin as his second father.

MC Ngoc Trang is happy with her boyfriend and son.

Actually, when we first decided to be together, I thought Tom was the biggest obstacle in our relationship. Lin is only 22 years old, and if she agreed to live with me and the baby, she would have to take on the role of the breadwinner. I couldn't force Lin to love me and my child at the same time; that would be selfish. But luckily, she shows a lot of love for the baby, and the two of them get along very well. I think it's destiny for them both.

Are you worried that living with your same-sex partner might negatively impact your child's development?

Actually, I've thought about this before, but since Tom is a boy, guiding his development will be easier. If he were a girl, it would be a really big problem. Because Lin has the appearance and personality of a real man, my son would also learn strength and resilience from him.

We also prepared our daughter mentally by showing her photos of Lin when she was a girl. Initially, she didn't believe it, but after hearing our explanation, she reacted innocently, saying that if her father Lin remained a boy as he is now, then it wouldn't matter if he had been a girl before.

When my child is a little older, we will explain to him that Lin's father is a trans guy (transgender man) so he understands more about gender issues. He needs to realize that even though Lin is a normal person, no one wants to be born unable to live according to their true gender. Moreover, if I stayed with his biological father, I wouldn't have true happiness. He can still visit his biological father regularly, and his father attends parent-teacher meetings as usual. On the other hand, he has another father who loves him like his biological father, and that makes me happy. I think he will understand and won't let outside gossip affect our family relationships.

"Lin has the appearance and personality of a real man, so my son will also learn toughness and strength from him," - MC Ngoc Trang

Furthermore, as Tom grows up, society will develop in a much more modern and open direction. Even if you go online to research and express your questions or even tease him, things won't be too terrible because people's thinking has changed and become more progressive.

I don't approve of my transgender partner.

The societal prejudices against same-sex relationships once made her afraid when she decided to publicly reveal her same-sex relationship on social media, especially since she is a public figure and even works at a prestigious organization like VTV.

I'm notunder the management of VTVTherefore, my work wasn't affected too much. In other relationships, once people understand me and want to collaborate, what they care about is my competence, not my private life. That's why I still receive invitations to host programs because I'm still a good host, engaging, and able to showcase my English skills in some bilingual programs.

Regarding relationships, if someone shows they don't need me, I will also show that I don't need them. It's important to understand who is most important in my life. Currently, Tom, my parents, and Lin are my top priorities. As for those who become more reserved in relationships or spread rumors and gossip because of my gender identity, perhaps my connection with them was too short or simply not meant to be.

In fact, besides the supportive audience, she also faced opinions suggesting that she was using her love life to boost her fame. Do you want to explain anything about this?

I've always believed that I must live honestly and uprightly. If I use emotions to promote myself, it will eventually end. The important thing is that I'm not that kind of person; others can think whatever they want. The fame and money gained from such self-promotion are not worth as much as family and children. Why should I sacrifice my parents' grief over their children's abnormal lives and disrupted family order for those things? Why should I pay such a high price for public criticism?

Lin Jay previously shared in an interview that she planned to have a mixed-race child in 2021, and then undergo gender transition. Did the two of them discuss these plans together?

Actually, Lin never intended to transition. Initially, when we first met, she asked me about breast removal surgery. But I disagreed because I love Lin for her soul and personality; her physical appearance doesn't matter. Her current appearance already resembles a boy's, and she can wear a chest brace without needing surgery. I believe that good health is the most important thing.

Regarding having a mixed-race child, we will make a decision when we are truly ready, not fixing it on 2021. Because artificial insemination is very expensive. We would have to take sperm from a foreign man, take Lin's egg, and implant it into me so I can give birth. That way, the child born would be ours.

But for now, we're still considering it, because such artificial insemination isn't natural, and my child won't know exactly who his father is or where he comes from. I also can't determine the intelligence of the egg donor. When the time is right, we'll research it thoroughly, but for now, Lin still treats Tom as her own son, and he's very attached to Lin. That's enough.

According to Vietnamnet