Former EXO member Tao (Huang Zitao) and Xu Yiyang, singer and actress best known as a former SM Rookies trainee, are officially married — and their wedding was nothing short of spectacular.
Celebrity weddings are usually private.
But Tao and Xu Yiyang chose to do the opposite and that decision is exactly why their wedding is getting so much attention.
A Wedding Fans Were Invited to Join
On October 16, former EXO member Tao and singer-actress Xu Yiyang held their wedding ceremony in Sanya, China.
The event came nearly ten months after the couple revealed their marriage registration, but what made it stand out was how openly they shared it.
Tao personally prepared more than 100 seats for fans, turning what is usually a closed event into something more inclusive.
Livestreaming a Rare Moment
The couple also livestreamed parts of the ceremony, allowing fans around the world to watch in real time.
In an industry where weddings are often kept strictly private, this level of openness felt unusual.
For many fans, it was not just about seeing the event, but about feeling included in a personal milestone.
A Visual Concept That Caught Attention
The ceremony itself followed a “Milky Way” theme.
With fireworks, soft snowfall effects, and a star-filled backdrop, the setting created a visually memorable atmosphere that quickly spread across social media.
Clips from the ceremony circulated widely, contributing to the event becoming one of the most talked-about weddings of the year.
A Shared Journey Behind the Story
Both Tao and Xu Yiyang share a connection through SM Entertainment.
Tao debuted with EXO in 2012 before continuing his career in China, while Xu Yiyang trained under SM as part of SM Rookies before establishing her own path.
Now signed under Tao’s label, L.TAO Entertainment, their relationship reflects a journey that extends beyond just their careers.
Fans Reacted to the Unusual Approach
Following the ceremony, many fans focused on how different the wedding felt compared to typical celebrity events.
Some shared:
“I’ve never seen a wedding like this before.”
“He really included fans in such a personal moment.”
“It felt more meaningful because we could actually watch it.”
The reactions highlight how the openness of the event became just as important as the ceremony itself.
Editor’s Insight
What made this wedding stand out was not just its scale or visuals, but its accessibility.
By inviting fans both physically and through livestream, Tao shifted the idea of what a celebrity wedding can look like.
Rather than a private milestone, it became a shared experience.
This approach reflects a broader shift in how some artists choose to interact with their audience, blurring the line between personal life and public connection.