23-year-old girl gets married to 80-year-old 'love of her life' in China

A 23-year-old girl, named Xiaofang, has tied the knot with 80-year-old Mr. Li, despite her family's strong disapproval, Chinese media reported on Thursday.

According to the local media, the unlikely couple met at a nursing home in China's Hebei, where Xiaofang was volunteering and Mr. Li was a resident.

Their shared hobbies and interests sparked a friendship that blossomed into love, the media said.

Xiaofang's family was shocked and dismayed by her decision to marry a man older than her grandfather, but the couple was determined to be together.

They recently exchanged vows in a simple ceremony, with no family members in attendance.

Despite criticism and accusations of marrying for financial gain, reports indicate that Mr. Li lives on a modest pension and owns no property.

Xiaofang has willingly taken on the financial responsibilities of their marriage.

The couple's heartwarming photos have gone viral on social media, captivating the hearts of many.