The Chinese Public Is Obsessing Over a Perceived Celebrity Cover-Up

The death of actor Yu Menglong has started a cycle of censorship and rumor.

A young man in a white button up shirt is seen in profile. Behind him, out of focus, fans crowded around the man as they wave and take photos with their phones. September 30, 2025, 3:31 PM Comment icon View Comments ( )

The mysterious death of Chinese actor Yu Menglong has sent ripples through the Chinese-language internet, despite the best efforts of censors to suppress the news. Shortly after Sept. 11, reports emerged that his crumpled body had been found at the base of a multistory apartment building. Police labeled the death an “accidental fall” involving alcohol, then swiftly ruled out criminal activity without going into detail

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