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| Tall Genes Don’t Lie! Anita Yuen and Julian Cheung’s Son Morton Shocks Netizens With His Height (Photo: HK On) |
Hong Kong’s favourite celebrity couple Julian Cheung and Anita Yuen have always kept their family life warm, low-key and close-knit, but this time, it was their son Morton who quietly became the centre of attention. A recent airport sighting didn’t just show a loving family moment — it sent netizens straight into discussion mode, all because of one very noticeable detail.
On 26 January 2026, netizens shared that they ran into Julian, Anita and their 20-year-old son Morton at Hong Kong International Airport. The family were reportedly travelling together to Beijing, likely to accompany Julian for a scheduled appearance.
The trio are well-known for moving as a unit, whether for work or leisure, and this sighting only reinforced their reputation as one of Hong Kong’s most tightly bonded celebrity families.
What really caught online attention, though, was Morton’s height.
Standing at around 185cm, the university student appeared noticeably taller than his father, who is already 180cm, and comfortably towered over many people around him.
With Anita standing at 170cm herself, netizens were quick to say Morton had clearly inherited the best of both parents’ genes.
Photos from the airport quickly circulated, with fans praising the family’s visuals and effortless airport fashion.
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Many joked that the three of them looked like they were walking through a fashion shoot rather than catching a flight.
Long legs, clean silhouettes and relaxed confidence became the most repeated keywords in comment sections, with Morton drawing particular praise for looking tall, handsome and naturally camera-ready even while masked.
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Netizen reactions were largely split into a few clear camps. One group focused on Morton’s height and appearance, saying it felt “wasted” that he hasn’t entered the entertainment industry.
Another group admired the family dynamic, pointing out how comfortable and supportive Julian and Anita appear around their son.
A third group took a more grounded view, praising the couple for allowing Morton to grow up normally rather than pushing him into the spotlight too early.
Morton himself has attracted attention recently through social media, especially after posting a video featuring a mystery woman that many interpreted as a soft relationship reveal.
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However, he later clarified during online interactions that he is currently single. Julian has previously shared that he’s relaxed about his son dating, believing relationships are part of learning happiness and emotional growth.
Beyond appearances and rumours, what resonated most with fans was the family’s openness about parenting. Anita has spoken honestly in the past about learning to step back, listen more and allow her son to grow independently.
Morton is currently studying in the UK and has shown interest in music and composition, occasionally sharing snippets of band sessions and original melodies online, earning quiet praise for his musical sense.
For many netizens, this airport moment wasn’t just about height or good looks. It was about seeing a celebrity family evolve naturally, with parents learning alongside their child and choosing support over pressure. That, perhaps, is why Morton’s presence feels so well-received online.
What do you think — is Morton’s height and aura enough to make him star material, or is staying behind the scenes the better choice for him?