During a livestream on August 12, actress Zhao Lusi was answering driver’s license test questions when she came across one about “reversing on a highway — 12 penalty points.” She began, “I know this, because a certain celebrity once…” but stopped mid-sentence, sparking speculation she was referring to Yu Shuxin. Back in January 2024, Yu’s driver illegally reversed on a highway after missing an exit, with a following fan car doing the same. Police fined both drivers, and Yu’s studio apologized, stressing she has no driver’s license and was resting in the car.
Zhao’s half-finished remark reignited debate: Yu’s fans argued she shouldn’t be blamed for the driver’s actions, accused Zhao of fueling online harassment to divert attention from her own “fake charity farming” controversy, and cited prior statements clearing Yu. Zhao’s supporters countered that she never named names, the dangerous incident was public record, and Yu’s “non-driver” image was fair game.
Traffic lawyers noted passengers aren’t legally liable unless they direct illegal actions, but public figures may face moral criticism for not intervening. The spat soon devolved into old scandals resurfacing on both sides, while the real issue — unsafe driving and suggestive remarks by celebrities under public scrutiny — faded into the background.
