Chinese pop star Wanting Qu, dating Vancouver's married mayor, says she believes in 'commitment of marriage'
Qu, who is dating Vancouver's mayor Gregor Robertson, tells fans 'happiness should never result in another's loss or sadness'
Chinese-born pop star Wanting Qu, who is dating Vancouver's married mayor, Gregor Robertson, has issued a statement saying she believes in the "commitment of a marriage" and that happiness "should never result in another's loss or sadness".
The couple's relationship has been in the spotlight since January 6, when it was first publicly reported by Frances Bula, a well-known journalist in Canada with good contacts among Robertson's Vision Vancouver party. Robertson and Amy, his wife of almost 30 years, have four adult children. He has refused to be drawn on the subject.
However, Qu, a platinum-selling singer who is also Tourism Vancouver's China ambassador, has not been so reticent, breaking a silence on her love life last week.
"I would only love a man who shares my morals and values, who's honest and faithful and lives with integrity, who has respect and love for our colourful, diverse and beautiful planet," Vancouver-based Qu said in a message on multiple social media platforms. Robertson is famed for his environmental policies and is the founder of organic juice brand Happy Planet.
"I believe in the commitment of a marriage. I believe one's happiness should never result in another's loss or sadness," Qu, 31, continued.
"I'm grateful every day for my fans, who give me strength, freedom and independence. Thank you for believing in me, my music and my values."
