Vanness Wu Denies Rumors Emi Aramaki Faked Age and Educational Background

Taiwanese-American singer Vanness Wu has denied online rumors claiming his wife, Japanese singer Emi Aramaki, falsified her educational background and lied about her age. Through his record label, Wu confirmed Aramaki is 31 years old and a verified graduate of University College London, urging the public to let the matter rest.

Origins of the Online Rumors Surrounding Emi Aramaki

The scrutiny surrounding Emi Aramaki began shortly after the F4 star Vanness Wu announced his marriage in June. Although Wu initially kept his partner’s identity private on social media by sharing a black-and-white photo showcasing matching wedding bands, his record label B’in Music later confirmed the bride was Aramaki, with reports indicating the couple registered their marriage in Las Vegas in May.

Shortly following the marriage announcement, Asiaone reported receiving a tip-off questioning Aramaki’s background. The anonymous tipster alleged that Aramaki had been presented as a 35-year-old graduate of University College London, but that alumni were unable to find any record of her student life or graduation ceremony. Online speculation intensified as photos surfaced showing Aramaki attending social gatherings with students from other top universities between 2015 and 2016.

Discrepancies Over Age and High School Prom Photos

Critics also targeted Aramaki’s age by pointing to visual timeline inconsistencies circulating online. A photograph purportedly capturing Aramaki attending a high school prom in 2013 became a focal point for internet sleuths.

Skeptics argued that if Aramaki were indeed 35 years old at the time of the recent reports, she would have been approximately 22 years old during the 2013 prom season, sparking public questions about her schooling timeline. Adding to the confusion, media outlets such as 8days had previously reported her age as 35 based on earlier available information.

B’in Music Issues a Formal Clarification and Correction

Faced with mounting speculation, Wu addressed the claims directly through a formal statement issued via his agency, B’in Music. The 48-year-old artist denounced the unverified reports and corrected the public record regarding his wife’s background.

Wu additionally clarified that he had never publicly stated his wife was 35 years old. Born in Fukuoka, Aramaki moved to London at age nine before eventually returning to Japan in 2024 to launch her music career, releasing her debut Japanese-language single, Purple Dream, the same year.

A Public Life Intersecting With Personal Milestones

The intense spotlight on Aramaki arrives as Wu balances high-profile professional appearances with his recent personal developments. Prior to his marriage to Aramaki, Wu was married to Singaporean entrepreneur and heiress Arissa Cheo from 2013 to 2018.

Vanness Wu Denies Rumors Emi Aramaki Faked Age and Educational Background — Photo: CNA Lifestyle

Ahead of taking the stage in Singapore for the F Forever 1st World Tour alongside bandmates Jerry Yan, Vic Chou, and Mayday’s Ashin, Wu was spotted enjoying a public date with Aramaki at Marina Bay Sands. With his agency’s statement explicitly laying out her birth year and academic credentials, Wu’s camp aims to close the chapter on months of unverified online chatter.