The sudden passing of actress Ruby Lin in Japan on February 2 has left many unresolved issues, particularly regarding the custody of her two young children. According to legal rulings and current regulations, Wang Xiaofei – her ex-husband – will officially assume responsibility for caring for the children after their mother’s death.
Life of the Two Children Before the Tragedy
Ruby Lin and Wang Xiaofei shared a decade together before divorcing in 2021. After their separation, their two children – Wang Xiyue (11 years old) and Wang Xizhen (9 years old) – primarily lived with their mother and maternal family in Taiwan. Meanwhile, Wang Xiaofei continued his work in Beijing, China.
Previously, the couple had several disputes related to raising their children. Wang Xiaofei accused his ex-wife of preventing him from seeing the kids and refusing to let them visit Beijing during holidays. However, these conflicts had subsided until Ruby Lin’s sudden passing.
Legal Framework and Guardianship Rights
According to lawyers speaking with Sohu, after Ruby Lin’s death, legal guardianship of the two children falls to Wang Xiaofei. This aligns with current legal regulations, regardless of the wishes of Ruby Lin’s family or her current husband, singer Koo Jun Yup.
Although Ruby Lin’s family and Koo Jun Yup expressed a desire to keep the children in Taiwan for convenience, this cannot be legally enforced due to the lack of a legal basis. Ruby Lin’s remarriage to Koo Jun Yup did not alter custody rights, as the singer has no biological ties to the children.
Ruby Lin was known as a devoted and caring mother (Photo: Sohu).
Ruby Lin’s mother – despite her heartbreak over being separated from her grandchildren – understands that allowing the children to live with their father in Beijing is the right decision. She hopes Wang Xiaofei will dedicate more time to nurturing the children and helping them adapt to their new environment.
Controversies Surrounding the Family
The custody battle between Ruby Lin and Wang Xiaofei had been a focal point of public attention for years. The actress always tried to protect her children’s privacy, while her ex-husband and his mother frequently shared photos of the kids on social media.
Following Ruby Lin’s death, family disputes have intensified. Wang Xiaofei faced criticism for controversial statements, including his declaration of cutting ties with his mother, businesswoman Zhang Lan, and his announcement of chartering a plane to bring Ruby Lin’s ashes back to Taiwan. These actions angered the public, resulting in the permanent suspension of his social media accounts.
Wang Xiaofei declared he cut ties with his mother, businesswoman Zhang Lan (Photo: Dimsum Daily).
Conclusion and Hopes for the Future
Ruby Lin’s passing has left a significant void in the hearts of her fans and profoundly impacted the lives of her loved ones. As their father, Wang Xiaofei must strive to build a close relationship with his two children and ensure they grow up in a healthy environment.
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It is hoped that, despite the challenging circumstances, Wang Xiyue and Wang Xizhen will receive love and care from both sides of their family.
