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| “Is This Real?” Lin Chi-ling’s Youthful Cheerleading Moment Breaks the Internet (Photo: ETToday) |
Lin Chiling has done it again — and the internet can barely keep up. The 51-year-old Taiwanese supermodel and actress sent social media into a frenzy after making a surprise appearance at a professional basketball opening game in Taiwan, where she stepped into an unexpected new role: cheerleader.
Despite keeping a relatively low profile since welcoming her baby boy in 2022, Lin Chiling continues to prove that whenever she appears, all eyes follow.
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Her latest outing was no exception, as she took centre stage at the historic first home game of newly established PLG team Yankees Engineering at the Hsinchu Municipal Gymnasium.
Dressed in a shimmering green cheerleading outfit identical to the team’s official cheer squad, Lin Chi-ling confidently led a high-energy routine set to Girls’ Generation’s iconic 2010 hit Oh!.
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The performance instantly stood out, not just for its polished choreography, but for the fact that Lin easily matched — and arguably outshone — dancers decades younger than her.
Fans in attendance were among a sold-out crowd of 3,400, creating a buzzing atmosphere for the team’s home debut. Before tip-off, the event was officially opened with a ceremonial bell-ringing by Yankees Engineering chairman Liu Shih-Yuan, marking a symbolic new chapter for the franchise.
Online reactions quickly followed, with netizens praising Lin’s glowing appearance, poise, and seemingly endless energy.
Comments poured in across platforms, many jokingly questioning how someone in her 50s could look so effortlessly youthful.
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Others applauded her discipline and lifestyle, calling her a true example of ageing with confidence and grace.
Some viewers were so stunned by her flawless visuals that they initially assumed the footage had been digitally enhanced.
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Once confirmed to be real, admiration only grew stronger. Many described her as inspiring, motivating, and proof that age is far from a limitation.
Adding to the excitement, the game also marked the appearance of three newly signed Korean cheerleaders, who helped amplify the home-court energy despite one member being absent due to scheduling conflicts.
On the court, Yankees Engineering faced a tough challenge against league leaders Taoyuan Pilots, as the new team looked to bounce back from an early losing streak and secure their first-ever home victory in front of a packed house.
Still, for many fans, the night already felt unforgettable — thanks largely to Lin Chiling’s show-stealing moment. Now we want to hear from you: did her performance surprise you too, and do you think she’s redefining what confidence looks like at any age?