Did Former EXO Star Huang Zitao and Xu Yiyang Confirm Parenthood With Heartwarming Viral Photos?
Former EXO member Huang Zitao (Tao) and wife Xu Yiyang officially announced they are parents. Viral silhouette photos of them holding hands with a toddler by the sea on October 15, 2026, confirm long-standing rumors. This follows their public relationship confirmation in July 2024 and marriage in December 2024, ending years of speculation.
Chinese pop culture power couple Huang Zitao, famously known as Tao, and actress-singer Xu Yiyang have delighted fans by confirming they are parents. The heartwarming revelation came yesterday, October 15, 2026, through a series of evocative photos shared on their respective Weibo accounts, featuring a young toddler alongside the now-married stars. TWICE’s Nayeon Dazzles Charlie Puth’s Korea Concert With Surprise ‘We Don’t Talk Anymore’ Duet.
EXO Zitao Becomes a Dad? Viral Photos Spark Joy
The posts, which quickly went viral, showcased picturesque sunset scenes by the sea. Among the shared images, two photographs particularly captured global attention: silhouettes of Huang Zitao, 33, and Xu Yiyang, 29, holding hands with a small child as they gazed at the setting sun.
Xu Yiyang's caption, “With the sunset spreading across the sea, those whom I love are all by my side,” beautifully encapsulated the tender moment. Meanwhile, Huang Zitao echoed a similar sentiment, simply stating, “Family, friends, sunset, seaside.” While the couple chose not to reveal the child's face, the images unequivocally confirmed the long-rumoured addition to their family.
Huang Zitao and Xu Yiyang Confirm Parenthood With Toddler Photos
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A Journey of Love and Lingering Rumours
The public announcement marks a significant milestone in the couple's journey, which has been under intense media and fan scrutiny for years. Rumours of their romance first surfaced in June 2020, eventually leading to their public confirmation of their relationship in July 2024. Their commitment was further cemented when they officially registered their marriage in December 2024, followed by a wedding reception held in October 2025.
Speculation about a secret child had been rampant since as early as August 2024, when netizens claimed to have seen the couple at a maternity clinic in Los Angeles, USA. Although Huang Zitao's agency initially stated they were there for a routine medical check-up, subsequent sightings continued to fuel the fire. These included paparazzi spotting Xu Yiyang shopping for a baby cot in December 2024 and her mother reportedly carrying an infant into their residence in June 2025. There were also unconfirmed reports that a toddler, believed to be their son, was present at their October 2025 wedding reception. Allegations of surrogacy, which is illegal in China, were vehemently denied by their agency, which asserted that the couple had not engaged in any unlawful acts.
Fan Reactions and Future Privacy
Fans have largely reacted with an outpouring of congratulations, celebrating the couple's newfound openness. Social media platforms have been flooded with well-wishes, with many expressing happiness for Tao and Xu Yiyang, particularly given their history of maintaining a relatively private personal life amidst public interest. MAMA Awards 2026 Nominations: BTS, BIGBANG and aespa Lead Powerful Lineup With Top Nods.
While the child's exact age and gender remain unconfirmed by the couple, Chinese media and netizens speculate the toddler is between one and two years old, and possibly a boy, judging by the silhouette. This reveal, though subtle, serves as a poignant confirmation, bringing to an end years of whispers and welcoming a new chapter for the beloved stars.
(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Oct 16, 2026 12:43 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).
