HK actress, 32, marries politician, 73, who has known her father for 26 years

Hong Kong Cantonese opera actress Yemina Yu Chung-yan, 32, tied the knot with politician Lo Wai-kwok, 73, on Oct. 11, 2026.

The couple has a 41-year age gap. Lo has also known Yu's father, veteran horse-racing commentator Yu Pak-lok, for 26 years.

According to HK01, Yu shared photographs from their wedding on her Facebook, including one showing Lo serving tea to her father during a traditional Chinese tea ceremony.

Groom has known bride's father for 26 years

Lo has been friends with Yu’s father for 26 years.

According to HK01, Yu's father had previously expressed his support for the marriage, saying he believed his daughter had carefully considered her decision and therefore had no objections.

He also praised Lo as someone who valued relationships.

Couple held wedding at Hong Kong Jockey Club venue

The couple held their wedding at the Hong Kong Jockey Club's Beas River Country Club in Sheung Shui.

Yu said the couple chose the venue because of their shared love for horses.

Lo has owned several racehorses, while Yu, a practising veterinarian, enjoys horse riding and show jumping. Her father had introduced her to equestrian activities when she was young.

Two ponies were also brought to the wedding venue for guests to interact with.

Around 300 guests attended the celebration.

In her Facebook post, Yu thanked her family, friends, veterinary professors and veterans of the Cantonese opera industry for their well-wishes.

Groom picks up bride in 1994 Ferrari

For the wedding, Lo drove a red Ferrari 348 Spider convertible to pick up his bride.

Yu revealed that the car was manufactured in 1994, the same year she was born.

“This red Ferrari was made in the same year I was born, making the occasion even more special,” she wrote.

Looking ahead, Yu shared her hopes for their marriage.