Zhang Yiyang was known for writing and singing love songs, which helped him gain celebrity status in his home country of China. His fame only grew once he transferred his talents to the screen, performing in various shows and films. So imagine the shock of his fans when they learned he'd committed an act so vile that he was sentenced to death.
Episode Sources:
“China executed four Canadians for drug crimes, says Ottawa” by Koh Ewe, BBC News, Mar 20, 2025
“China leads in executions amid record spike: Amnesty International” Phayul, Apr 12, 2025
“Zhang Yiyang deeply interpreted the pain of love "Crying Man”” NetEase Entertainment, Sep 14, 2016
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