Core Viewpoint - The control dispute of the century-old shoe company "Double Star Celebrity" has escalated, with founder Wang Hai publicly severing ties with his son Wang Jun and daughter-in-law Xu Ying, citing serious disagreements and accusations of betrayal [1][4]. Company Background - Double Star Celebrity Group originated from the state-owned Qingdao No. 9 Rubber Factory, established in 1921, and is one of China's earliest shoe manufacturers [3]. - Under Wang Hai's leadership, the company became an industry leader in the 1980s, with its sports shoes ranking first in national sales for 15 consecutive years [3]. Dispute Details - The conflict between Wang Hai and his family members first surfaced in April 2025, with allegations of coercion and attempts to seize control of the company [4]. - Wang Hai accused Wang Jun and Xu Ying of multiple attempts to illegally take control of company assets and documents, including physical confrontations and threats [4][6]. - The public letter from Wang Hai outlined nine reasons for the severance, emphasizing that the company should not be led by individuals with American citizenship, as he views it as a national brand belonging to Chinese people [6][7]. Allegations of Misconduct - Wang Hai detailed various allegations against Wang Jun, including organized attempts to seize company seals, falsification of documents, and restrictions on his personal freedom [6][7]. - He claimed that since the power struggle began, there has been a significant decline in company operations and morale, attributing this to Wang Jun's leadership [7]. Legal and Financial Implications - Wang Hai's statement declared that Wang Jun and his family have no rights to manage or inherit any of his assets or responsibilities related to the company, indicating potential legal battles ahead [7].

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