Canadian actress Christy Chung and her husband, Chinese actor Shawn Zhang, have spoken candidly about their family life.
In a recent talk show appearance, Zhang, 43, revealed that he and Chung are considering having a biological child together.
However, he noted that medical intervention would be necessary if they were to try, given that Chung – whom he married in 2016 – is already 55.
“We will consider adoption if our attempts are unsuccessful,” he added.
When asked why the couple would still consider adoption despite already having three daughters, Zhang responded candidly: “Regardless of whether a child is biological, having children makes a family feel more like a family … They are a kind of glue.”
Chung has an older daughter Yasmine, 28, from her previous marriage to businessman Glen Ross, which ended in 2002.
She also has two other daughters – Jaden, 18, and Cayla, 16 – from her former marriage to music producer Jon Yen, whom she divorced in 2011.
Zhang recalled that the early days of their relationship were marked by intense public attention and speculation, with many assuming he was after Chung’s wealth.
“People say I’m after my wife’s money, and she’s after my looks. Honestly, I do appreciate good looks too,” he joked.
Meanwhile, Chung dismissed criticism over their 12-year age gap, which saw some comparing their relationship to an “old ox eating young grass”.
“I say ‘Yes, the grass is very good’,” she said playfully.
The Bodyguard From Beijing star shared that she feels fulfilled in having chosen the right life partner, adding that her mother recognises Zhang’s care for the children and is fully supportive of their relationship.
During the show, Zhang also opened up about his finances, stressing that he wouldn’t mind if Chung chose to exclude him from her inheritance and leave everything to her three daughters.
“The bond between a parent and their child comes from the soul. One of our daughters also promised to take care of me in the future,” he said.
