Mandopop star JJ Lin (林俊傑) often makes news in the Chinese entertainment industry, whether for releasing new hits or selling out stadiums worldwide. However, the star also catches netizens’ attention with his love life. Recently, it was rumoured that the star might be seeing someone new – a young influencer by the name of Annalisa Qiqi (Annalisa七七).
While JJ Lin’s agency said they wouldn’t comment on the rumours, netizens didn’t hesitate to dig for more information about the media personality. It also helped that Annalisa already had a sizable following on Instagram & XiaoHongShu. If you’re curious about JJ Lin’s rumoured new girlfriend, here are some interesting facts about the model:
She’s 20 Years Younger Than JJ Lin
Many netizens noted that one of the biggest surprises about the rumoured relationship is the age gap between the two. According to reports, the model is in her early twenties – 23 years old, to be exact. Given that JJ Lin is turning 44 years old this year, that makes Annalisa 20 years younger than the Mandopop icon.
The Two Reportedly Met Through A Mutual Friend
If you’re wondering how the pair got together, news outlets say a mutual friend introduced the two sometime in late 2023. The pair have been quietly meeting since then and JJ Lin was also said to have arranged for Annalisa to get front-row seats at one of his concerts.
She Was A Student At The Parsons School Of Design
Annalisa is also someone with an artistic trait – and the credentials to back it up. According to her Instagram profile, the model is a graduate of the Parsons School Of Design in New York, one of the leading institutions for art and design education in the world. She has also shared some of her work, showcasing her talent.
She’s From China But Is Based In New York & Tokyo
Given her studies at Parsons, it’s no surprise that Annalisa currently resides in New York. However, according to the influencer’s Instagram page, she also frequently travels to Tokyo for work. As for her hometown, the 23-year-old is reportedly from Guangdong, China.
Her Follower Count Grew Following The Dating Rumours
Unsurprisingly, the influencer saw significant growth in her follower count after the dating rumours surfaced. While Annalisa also had a decent following from her career as a model, it’s said that she gained thousands more over the last week. On the other hand, JJ Lin reportedly saw a slight decrease in his follower counts as fans voiced disappointment over the dating news.
Interestingly, JJ Lin’s agency neither denies nor admits the dating rumours, only saying they won’t comment on groundless rumours. What are your thoughts on Annalisa? Do you think she’s a good match for JJ Lin?
Sources: China Press, TVBS, Instagram
