Jackson Wang on Lending Money to Friends: “When You Lend Money, You End the Relationship”
In a recent interview, the singer and entrepreneur Jackson Wang opened up about a painful personal experience. He shared that a friend once borrowed a sum equivalent to 30–40% of his income, claiming it was to support family during difficult times. However, Jackson later discovered that wasn’t the truth. The money was never repaid, and the friend vanished completely.
Despite the betrayal, Jackson stated he’s still open to lending money—but with a crucial caveat, “When I lend someone money, I also accept that our relationship might be over.”
His statement resonated strongly with many online commenters, particularly on Chinese social media platforms. Here are some reactions from C-net:
- He’s hurt. That’s why he sees lending as the end of a relationship.
- It’s not about the money—it’s about the betrayal and the disappearance. It shows how much he valued that relationship.
- There’s a saying: when you lend money, you’re a friend. But when you ask for it back, you become an enemy.
- I once fought with my best friend over a loan. I relate deeply.
- A colleague I trusted borrowed money from several of us and then quit her job without repaying. We’re all left trying to track her down.
- There are loan apps for emergencies now—maybe personal loans just aren’t worth the emotional cost anymore.
- But how do you say no when you don’t want to lose the friendship? It’s a tough spot.
This incident shines a light on a universal issue—how finances can test even the strongest bonds. Jackson’s honesty may not only help others navigate similar situations, but also serve as a cautionary tale about mixing money with relationships.
