Singer Zhang Jie’s Random Phone Number at Concert Leads to Owner’s Phone Being Shut Down, Studio Apologizes
Fuzhou, China – Chinese singer Zhang Jie’s recent concert in Fuzhou has sparked controversy after he shared a phone number on stage, leading to aninflux of calls from fans and causing significant inconvenience to the owner.
During a stage interaction segment on September 6th, Zhang Jie casually mentioned a stringof numbers, claiming it was his phone number. The number, which included his birthday, was quickly shared among fans who began calling it.
However, the random number turned out to be a real phone number belonging to aShanghai resident, who was not a fan of the singer. The sudden surge in calls from strangers forced the owner to shut down their phone.
News of the incident quickly spread online, with many criticizing Zhang Jie and his team for theirlack of consideration.
On September 9th, Zhang Jie’s studio issued an official apology on Weibo, acknowledging the mistake and expressing regret for the inconvenience caused. The statement explained that the number was mentioned without prior verification and that they were actively trying to contact the owner to apologize directly.
Duringthe stage interaction segment of Zhang Jie’s Fuzhou concert on September 6th, Mr. Zhang mentioned a phone number. We did not verify the number beforehand, which caused trouble and inconvenience to the owner. This was a major oversight and mistake on our part, and we deeply apologize, the statement read.
The studio also confirmed that they had made initial contact with the owner and were currently working on a solution. They urged fans to stop contacting the owner and expressed their commitment to rectifying the situation.
Since that day, we have been actively contacting the owner, hoping to apologize directly. We have made initial progresstonight and are currently discussing solutions. We sincerely accept your criticism and will do our best to rectify the situation. We also urge everyone to stop contacting the owner. We sincerely apologize to the owner and everyone concerned about this matter! the statement concluded.
While the studio has apologized and is working to resolve the issue, theincident has raised concerns about the potential consequences of sharing personal information without proper verification, especially in the context of large-scale events like concerts.
The incident also highlights the importance of responsible social media practices and the need for celebrities and their teams to be mindful of the potential impact of their actions on others.
Further Investigation
澎湃新闻 (The Paper), a leading Chinese news outlet, reached out to the Shanghai Municipal Communications Administration and the relevant telecommunications carrier for information about the phone number. While the number was confirmed to be active, it was currently switched off. The carrier confirmed that they had not contacted the owner, and the owner had not sought assistance from them.
This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of careful consideration and verification before sharing personal information, even in seemingly casual settings. The potential for unintended consequences can be significant, and it is crucial for individuals and organizations to prioritize responsible practices to protect the privacy andwell-being of others.
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