1. From birth, Yang Guang's eyeballs will not move. At first, the parents thought it was just a normal phenomenon for newborns, and the doctor reassured them that their vision would gradually improve by the time they were seven or eight months old.
With apprehension, the parents waited patiently, but after a few months, Yang Guang's eyes still did not react, even if he shook the toy in front of him, there was no response.
The anxious parents took Yang Guang to the hospital again, and after a comprehensive examination, a thunderbolt diagnosis shattered the family's vision: Yang Guang had an intraocular malignant tumor that would be life-threatening if left untreated.
This sad news has made matters worse for families who are already not wealthy. Faced with high surgical fees, Yang Guang's parents ran around to borrow money. They know that it's not just about their son's eyesight, it's about his life.
After a week of hard work, they finally raised the cost of the operation. The operation was successful, and Yang Guang was spared, but the doctors told them a cruel truth: Yang Guang's eyes would be permanently blind and there was no possibility of recovery.
When Yang Guang reached school age, his parents fell into deep trouble. They are worried that their son will not be able to take care of himself, and even more afraid that he will be discriminated against. After a year of consideration and hesitation, they made a difficult decision: to send Yang Guang to study in a school for the deaf and dumb.
This particular school opened a new door for Yang Guang. Every corner and section of the road here is designed for special people, so he doesn't have to worry about safety.
In addition to learning the basics, the school offers a wealth of art courses, including fine arts, calligraphy, music, and physical education. Among the many courses, music class has become Yang Guang's favorite subject.
Although his eyes are invisible, his hearing is unusually acute. He can easily distinguish the rhythm of the music and can sing the song accurately after listening to it once. This innate musical talent quickly caught the attention of the music teacher.
2. The teacher was pleasantly surprised to find that Yang Guang could not only imitate accurately, but also quickly master new tunes. With the encouragement of his music teacher, Yang Guang joined the school's art troupe. Here he met three like-minded friends.
They shared similar interests, learned from each other, progressed together, and soon formed a small band. Yang Guang served as the lead singer, and friends were responsible for accompaniment. Every time there is a performance in school, their show is always the most popular and wins a round of applause.
Music gave Yang Guang a way to express himself, and it also allowed him to find light and hope in a dark world. Through singing, he can express his inner emotions and convey his love for life.
Gradually, Yang Guang no longer has low self-esteem because of his visual impairment, but faces life more confidently. In 2003, Yang Guang was recommended to join the Beijing Disabled Art Troupe for his outstanding performance.
It was an important turning point in his musical career. Here, his musical talents were cultivated more professionally. Not only did he learn to compose, but he also began to experiment with lyrics.
Whenever he had free time, he would stay alone in a quiet place and write songs. Although the songs he wrote at first were not understood and liked, and everyone in the group said that they couldn't understand what he was singing, Yang Guang did not give up.
He insists on creating and improving, and believes that one day, his concerts will be appreciated and understood by more people. The year 2007 was a pivotal turning point for Yang Guang.
Prior to this, he had signed up for various small competitions several times, but each time he was eliminated because of his disability status. Repeated failures have dealt a serious blow to Yang Guang's self-confidence.
He secretly made up his mind that if he didn't succeed this time, he would pack up and return to his hometown in Harbin. With a last-ditch fight, Yang Guang submitted his application again. However, three weeks have passed and no response has been received.
3. Just as he was about to give up, the god of fate finally smiled at him. One day, there was a knock on his door. Yang Guang opened the door and heard the other party introduce himself as a postman.
With the help of the postman, he learns that it is an invitation to the Walk of Fame. When he heard the news, Yang Guang burst into tears with excitement. He immediately called his mother, who was far away from home, to share the good news.
Accompanied by his mother, Yang Guang came to the competition site of "Avenue of Stars". When he sang "You Are My Eyes" affectionately, the audience was moved by his pure voice and sincere emotions.
Yang Guang stood out as the overall champion and became famous in one fell swoop. This blind singer from Harbin used his talent and perseverance to conquer the judges and the audience. After becoming famous, Yang Guang seemed to have stepped on a speeding train.
He appeared on the stage of the Spring Festival Gala and sang the song "Waiting". Not only that, but he also showed his imitation talent on the stage, vividly imitating the tones of Wen Xingyu and Zeng Zhiwei, and won bursts of applause from the audience.
His performance won the "My Favorite Spring Festival Gala Program" award, and his popularity skyrocketed. In 2008, Yang Guang ushered in another highlight moment in his life. He was successfully elected as the torchbearer of the Paralympic Games, not only singing "Gathering in Beijing" at the opening ceremony, but also participating in the torch relay.
Although he couldn't see the road, under the guidance of others, he resolutely completed the relay task and added glory to the Paralympics in his own way. In just two years, Yang Guang has changed from an unknown blind singer to a "superstar".
He is no longer a "burden" in the eyes of his parents, but has become their pride. At this moment, Yang Guang finally had the courage to face his unhappy childhood, and he believed that the future would be even better.
His story has inspired countless people and proved that as long as you stick to your dreams, there is no hurdle that you can't overcome. However, the aura of success soon blinded Yang Guang's eyes. With the increase in popularity, he began to frequently appear in various variety shows, held solo concerts, and even became a judge for some shows.
4. In this entertainment industry full of temptations, Yang Guang gradually lost his way and forgot his original intention. Once, when recording a show, the crew routinely required all the actors to have a rehearsal to prevent accidents during a live performance.
But Yang Guang stubbornly believes that he doesn't need a rehearsal and insists that his performance will be excellent. He shouted at the director backstage and resolutely refused to participate in the rehearsal. His tough attitude and fierce rhetoric shocked the staff at the scene.
In the end, the director had to back down and allow him to perform directly on stage. In 2014, Yang Guang participated in the movie "You Are My Eyes". During the filming, his behavior was even more shocking.
According to the crew, Yang Guang often lost his temper for no reason on the set, blaming the staff who did not make mistakes. His behavior of "playing big names" quickly spread throughout the circle and also reached the ears of the audience.
Yang Guang seems to have forgotten how he got to where he is today. He forgot the self who was groping in the dark, the expectations of his parents, and the audience that once supported him.
He is so immersed in his success that he cannot tolerate any disappointment, and dictates to those around him, as if the world should revolve around him. The spread of these negative news has caused Yang Guang's public image to decline sharply.
Viewers who were once sympathetic and supportive of him are now disappointed and angry at his actions. The voices that once praised him for his strength and talent have now turned into criticisms of his arrogance.
People began to question whether this once inspirational blind singer had been consumed by fame and fortune. Gradually, Yang Guang found that there were fewer and fewer opportunities to invite him to participate in the show, and the number of times he appeared in the public eye became less and less.
The once shining "starlight" is slowly fading. But he doesn't seem to realize the seriousness of the problem, and is still immersed in his own world, unable to perceive the changes around him.
5. With the continuous fermentation of negative news, Yang Guang's career began to take a sharp turn for the worse. The fans who once enthusiastically pursued him have left, and the media coverage of him has changed from praise to criticism.
Yang Guang has been reduced from a "superstar" to a "rat crossing the street", and everyone shouts and beats him. This blind singer, who was once hailed as an inspirational model, has now become a negative teaching material in the entertainment industry.
In a rare talk show, the host directly asked him why he "disappeared" from the public's sight. Facing the camera, Yang Guang lowered his head, with deep remorse in his voice: "I started to float after I became popular."
It's a little hard to tell the good from the bad, and I'm lost in the entertainment industry. Although these words showed that Yang Guang had realized his mistake, it seemed that it was too late. Once the trust of the audience is lost, it is difficult to re-establish it.
Even though Yang Guang showed repentance on the show, his behavior did not change substantially. People's attitude towards him changed from disappointment to indifference, and the applause and praise that had been once seemed to be a thing of the past.
After losing the stage and camera, Yang Guang began to try live broadcasting. He tried to use what was left of his fame to make ends meet, but this behavior seemed to many to be nothing more than consuming the sympathy of the audience.
The blind singer who used to move people's hearts with music has now become an anchor with goods on the Internet, and this gap is embarrassing. Yang Guang's story has changed from an inspirational legend to a cautionary tale.
His experience tells us that success is valuable, but how to maintain the original intention and how to stay sober in the face of fame and fortune are more important life topics. Today's Yang Guang stands at the crossroads of life.
Whether he can regain his self and win the love of the audience is still unknown. But what is certain is that his story has become a typical case in the entertainment industry, warning everyone who pursues success.
6. What happened to Yang Guang also reflects the public's double standards for celebrities. People tend to have more empathy for the vulnerable, but at the same time they have higher moral demands on them.
Once there is negative behavior, the criticism of public opinion tends to be more severe. This kind of reality may not have been expected by Yang Guang. Yang Guang's story, from the hopeful beginning, to the embarrassing current situation, leaves us with many questions worth pondering.
First of all, it shows us the arduous journey of people with disabilities to pursue their dreams. Yang Guang's success is not accidental, but stems from his tireless efforts in the dark. From the School for the Deaf and Dumb to the Beijing Art Troupe for the Disabled, and then to the stage of "Avenue of Stars", every step embodies his sweat and persistence.
He used his story to tell us that as long as we have dreams and perseverance, there is no hurdle that cannot be overcome. Secondly, Yang Guang's experience also reflects a common problem in the entertainment industry: it is easy to become famous and difficult to maintain.
After many artists become popular, they often lose themselves and are carried away by fame and fortune. Yang Guang is not alone, and his story should serve as a cautionary tale to all public figures. Moreover, what happened to Yang Guang also reflects the public's double standards for celebrities.
People tend to have more empathy for the vulnerable, but at the same time they have higher moral demands on them. Once there is negative behavior, the criticism of public opinion tends to be more severe.
Finally, Yang Guang's story shows us that image management is crucial for public figures. A positive public image needs to be maintained in the long run, and ruining it can take only a moment.
Yang Guang's story continues. Maybe one day, he can re-understand himself, find his original intention, and move the audience with music again. Or, he will fade out of the public eye and find a new meaning in his ordinary life.
Whatever the outcome, his experience is worth pondering. In this era of rapid information dissemination, everyone has the potential to become a public figure. Yang Guang's story reminds us that on the road to success, don't forget your original intention; In the face of fame and fortune, remain humble; In the face of mistakes, have the courage to correct them.
Only in this way can we deduce our own wonderful stories on the stage of life.