In the latest episode of Life Is a Journey 2 (aired October 24), Cecilia Cheung’s heartfelt reflections on motherhood unexpectedly became one of the show’s most talked-about moments — not only for her strength and warmth as a single mother, but also because of a surprising revelation shared by Carina Lau.
While Cecilia was speaking about her parenting style — being gentle with her children, yet often “strictly managed” by her eldest son Lucas — Carina Lau smiled and revealed:
“Nicholas Tse’s mother, Deborah, once told me, ‘Cecilia has done an excellent job raising her two boys.’”
That simple remark quickly went viral online. After years of rumors about tension between Cecilia Cheung and her former mother-in-law, Deborah Tse, Carina’s casual comment felt like a quiet moment of reconciliation — one filled with warmth and respect.
On the show, Cecilia described her relationship with 17-year-old Lucas as almost a “role reversal.” She laughed as she recalled being scolded for buying cheap clothing:
“He told me, ‘Mommy, stop buying those low-quality pants!’ after I got an allergic reaction.”
Rather than frustration, Cecilia’s tone was full of gratitude. For her, mutual respect and open communication are at the heart of parenting:
“Sometimes you have to let them make decisions, to let them feel and learn.”
This calm, thoughtful approach stems from Cecilia’s own resilience. Growing up caring for her hearing-impaired grandparents, she learned sign language from a young age. At 13, she moved to Australia alone to study and work part-time. Following her divorce, she took on the role of single mother to three sons — moving between Singapore and Shanghai to give them a stable life. Today, 17-year-old Lucas and 14-year-old Quintus are known for being polite and accomplished, while six-year-old Marcus is healthy and cheerful — a testament to her dedication.
Carina Lau’s revelation resonated deeply not just because it acknowledged Cecilia’s efforts as a mother, but also because of the delicate context — Lau is a close friend of Faye Wong, Nicholas Tse’s current partner. Many viewers praised the moment as a sign of emotional maturity and grace: proof that people can look beyond old relationships and offer genuine respect where it’s due.
Similar moments of female solidarity have appeared in variety shows before — such as on Sisters Who Make Waves, where Na Ying and Cecilia Cheung, despite coming from very different worlds, treated each other with kindness and admiration.
From a mother lovingly “disciplined” by her son to one now publicly praised by her former mother-in-law, Cecilia Cheung’s journey of motherhood has come full circle — a touching reminder that time, empathy, and understanding can gently heal even the most complicated relationships.
