Lao Gao and Xiao Mo: Truth Behind Divorce and Tax Investigation Rumors

Rumors regarding the personal lives and legal standing of popular YouTubers Lao Gao and Xiao Mo have been debunked by a long-term collaborator following a period of intense speculation across social media platforms.

The controversy began after the content creators canceled their scheduled livestream on May 18, 2026, which was intended to celebrate the eighth anniversary of their channel. The cancellation was attributed to family matters, but the sudden nature of the decision triggered widespread theories among their followers.

Following the cancellation, unverified claims began to circulate online suggesting that the couple had divorced. Further rumors alleged that Lao Gao had been detained by authorities and faced tax evasion charges resulting in a fine of 1.8 billion.

A business partner who has collaborated with the duo for several years stepped forward to address the claims. According to reporting from Apple News, the collaborator clarified that the rumors of divorce and the massive financial penalty are untrue.

The collaborator stated that the decision to cancel the May 18 event was indeed based on personal family issues and was not the result of legal interventions or marital dissolution.

The speculation was intensified by the couple’s long-standing practice of not revealing their faces in their videos, a characteristic of their channel that has historically fueled curiosity and theories regarding their private lives.

Some observers, including public figures such as Tsai Yi-cheng, expressed concerns that the sudden disappearance from the scheduled broadcast could be linked to external pressures or cognitive warfare, though these claims remained speculative.

Lao Gao and Xiao Mo are known for producing content focused on mysteries, science, and unconventional theories, garnering millions of subscribers. The eighth-anniversary livestream was expected to be a significant event for their community, making the abrupt cancellation a focal point for fan anxiety.

Despite the clarification provided by their partner, discussions continue on various forums as fans await a direct statement from the creators themselves.