As discussions surrounding Luhan and Guan Xiaotong’s alleged breakup continue to spread online, public attention has shifted to a deeper, more emotional question: During their eight years together, has Luhan ever truly taken a stand to protect his girlfriend?
The couple, once considered one of the most “setting standards” and high-profile relationships in the C entertainment industry, officially confirmed their romance on October 8, 2017. At the time, Guan Xiaotong was only 19 years old, while Luhan was at the peak of his career. The announcement sent shockwaves throughout the industry, earning Luhan praise for his courage and “manhood,” while Guan Xiaotong was subjected to incessant online abuse and cyberbullying.
Over the next eight years, the pattern seemed to repeat itself. Every time Luhan prepared for a concert or released new music, trending searches were flooded with speculative headlines like “Luhan and Guan Xiaotong break up” OR “Luhan and Guan Xiaotong register marriage.” Under these titles, Guan Xiaotong has often borne the brunt of malicious comments, accused of relying on her boyfriend’s fame, draining her resources or exploiting the relationship for professional advantage.
When Guan Xiaotong became entangled in negative rumors, the narratives quickly shifted to such statements he sought help from Luhan’s family to protect himself. In reality, it was his firm that filed the complaints and issued denials. Yet public blame continued to fall disproportionately on her.
In contrast, when Luhan faced controversies related to his lifestyle or private conduct, Guan Xiaotong was brought into the conversation again. Some netizens accused her of prioritizing her career over marriage, describing Luhan as the “devoted man” who allegedly turned to drinking out of heartbreak. Even during times when breakup rumors intensified, speculation often targeted Guan Xiaotong first, suggesting she had moved on or was dating someone new.
A particularly controversial moment involved the blogger @they are pinkwho posted a video in which she sees herself sitting next to a man wearing a sweatshirt with a smiley face. At the time, Luhan and Guan Xiaotong were known to own matching sweatshirts with the same design. Notably, Guan Xiaotong had been photographed wearing the hoodie at the airport during the Mid-Autumn Festival in 2021. Despite the ambiguity, speculations exploded, pushing Guan Xiaotong into the center of criticism once again.
Even in recent months, Guan Xiaotong continued to circulate maliciously fabricated rumors involving other men. For many observers, she remained the one “standing in front,” absorbing the reaction until the end.
As netizens revisit the relationship timeline – from Guan Xiaotong’s teenage years to his thirties – a recurring sentiment has surfaced online: During the eight years of the relationship, Luhan rarely, if ever, defended her publicly.
Comparisons were also made to other celebrity couples, such as Zhang Jie and Xie Na, where the public’s support and protection was visibly demonstrated. On the contrary, critics argue this Luhan’s silence has allowed speculation and attacks to persist unchecked.
Despite the ongoing debate, Guan Xiaotong remained notably moderate. Even amid breakup rumors, she hasn’t made any insinuations or revealed any details, leading some fans to praise her preserve the dignity and protect the reputation of your ex-partner.
As public opinion continues to divide, one question hovers in online discussions: after eight years together, Was silence really the best form of protection or did it leave only one side to carry the burden?
Sources: Netizenbuzz
