5566's Tony Sun denies rumours of a new bae, says they're just friends

Could Lady Love be shining on Tony Sun again since his high-profile divorce four years ago?

The 41-year-old member of Taiwanese boyband 5566 was rumoured to be dating Taiwanese celebrity Ariel Sha.

There were also claims that Ariel, 30, had even met Tony's mother.

However, it was reported by Taiwanese media that the singer's manager has since denied those rumours, clarifying that they are just "good friends" and that Ariel has never seen Tony's mother.

The manager said: "If there is good news, we will definitely share it with everyone.

"Thank you for your concern, we won't be responding any further."

INABILITY TO CONCEIVE A CHILD LED TO A DIVORCE

Tony was previously married to Taiwanese actress, Angel Han, 39.

When news of their divorce first broke, the couple refused to comment on their separation. But Tony eventually broke his silence last year.

In a media interview, he confessed that their inability to conceive a child contributed to their divorce.

He told the media: "There was nothing that we could do as we were unable to conceive. Why is there a need to force things when there is nothing?"

During that interview, he also admitted to being afraid of getting married again.

"I don't have a lot of criteria when it comes to (my) marriage partner. But I know it will be difficult for my other half since we have to face the media and public opinion," he said.

"I WILL FIND MY OTHER HALF SOON"

It probably didn't help that during the band's concert in Singapore on July 6, Tony maintained a positive outlook on his love life.

When fellow bandmate Zax Wang declared his love for his wife who was in the crowd, Tony remarked: "I will find my other half soon!"

That comment added fuel to the fire when rumours of him and Ariel surfaced this week.

However, fans will have to wait longer for his happy ending because she isn't the yin to his yang.

bryanlim@asiaone.com