After nearly nine months of silence, Vietnamese fashionista Decao has returned to social media, updating his followers about his life. Known for his unique fashion sense and his relationship with fellow star Lâm Minh, Decao had largely vanished from the digital sphere following serious controversies surrounding his personal life.
Cao Minh Thắng, popularly known as Decao, initially gained fame as part of the fashion scene and became even more prominent when he started dating Lâm Minh (Bùi Ngọc Minh Anh) at the end of 2020. Their relationship blossomed publicly, with the couple often sharing their life together online. They were seen as one of the more glamorous couples within Vietnam’s fashion industry, eventually living together and welcoming their first child.
Despite the apparent picture-perfect life, the couple faced considerable scrutiny and challenges, with issues surfacing frequently on social media, drawing public attention. The situation escalated to its peak on May 31, 2024, when Lâm Minh, appearing distressed during a livestream, claimed she was subjected to physical aggression by Decao and his mother. This alarming disclosure prompted significant backlash against Decao, which led him to deactivate all his social media accounts and step away from the public eye.
Following this tumultuous period, Decao locked himself away from social media entirely until early January 2025. Emerging from this self-imposed isolation, he began to update his Instagram occasionally, gradually sharing glimpses of his life and interactions with his son, Vĩnh Hy. Recently, Decao posted about taking his son to witness car racing, which is among the young boy’s favorite pastimes. Prior to contesting with his ex-partner’s family, Decao was noted for being involved and caring, often doting on their son and buying him toy cars.
The return was marked by notable images, including one heartwarming moment where Decao and Vĩnh Hy were seen from behind, highlighting their bond. This representation has drawn attention as it was their first appearance on his social media since Lâm Minh relocated to Ho Chi Minh City with their child following the separation.
Since the events surrounding the conflict, Decao and Lâm Minh have deliberately kept their private lives out of the social media spotlight. Lâm Minh has been focusing on restructuring her life and career, and she has not mentioned Decao since their tumultuous breakup. The couple's public silence has magazine reporters and their followers speculating about their relationship's future, with no updates on either side clear about their feelings or reconciliations.
While their relationship thrived initially, it became more complicated over time. Even after living together at their coastal villa in Ninh Thuận, where they attempted to balance work and home life, their personal challenges led to separate paths after the conflict. Lâm Minh has been reclaiming her focus on work and integrating separate living arrangements, indicative of new chapters both individuals are experiencing.
Decao’s re-emergence on social media poses questions about his future interactions with fans and how he will present his role as not just a fashion figure, but also as a father. Despite the public's harsh judgment during his absence, it seems Decao is slowly regaining confidence, leaning heavily on the notion of young fatherhood, and embracing personal growth.
The images and stories shared recently signify Decao's resurgence not just as the vibrant social figure he once was, but also as someone who aims to establish himself authentically within the parent role. Now, entering this new phase after reflecting on the upheaval he faced, Decao treks forward cautiously, hoping for acceptance and the chance to redefine his narrative. What awaits him next could very well be another chapter—both personally and professionally, which many critics and supporters alike are eager to witness.
Only time will tell whether he will successfully navigate this new chapter and how it will influence his relationship with Lâm Minh and their son, Vĩnh Hy. Regardless, Decao appears determined to forge his path, sharing uplifting moments as he re-establishes connections after such turbulent times.