Jensen Huang Repeatedly Said ‘Whatever’ and ‘I Don’t Care’ as Affair Scandal Shatters His Image, Dims Star Power in Taiwan: Report

Nvidia Corp.’s (NASDAQ:NVDA) co-founder and former CEO Jensen Huang’s sudden fall from grace has taken a toll on his once celebrated status in Taiwan.

Jensen Huang’s Final Days At Nvidia

The usually commanding personality of Huang has given way to resignation amid the allegations surrounding his personal relationships, Bloomberg reported on Thursday, citing people familiar with the situation.

He reportedly used phrases such as "whatever" and "I don’t care."

Last week, a report revealed his romantic affair with businesswoman Alice Huang, who is accused of being a spy for China and influencing access to Nvidia chips.

Following this, the former Nvidia CEO admitted that he was having an affair and apologized, saying, "I was unfaithful to my wife. My actions hurt her and our children. There is no excuse for what I did."

However, the controversy escalated after another report alleged his affair with Nvidia executive Kimberly Powell. The Nvidia board reportedly convened Wednesday night, and afterward Huang resigned.

Nvidia CEO’s Image Takes A Hit In Taiwan

The ongoing controversy has also reached Taiwan, Huang’s birthplace and where he used to be welcomed like a rock star.

Jane Hsieh, a Taipei restaurant owner who once welcomed Huang, told ABC News that his return would feel "awkward" given how his image had changed.

Another resident said Huang used to be "very popular" but "instantly fell from grace" after the scandal and espionage allegations.

Notably, the Federal Bureau of Investigation is investigating the matter while Beijing has denied espionage allegations.

On the other hand, President Donald Trump said he believed Huang had "no idea" that the woman he was having an affair with could be a spy. He reportedly also wanted Huang to fight for his job.

Price Action: Nvidia shares were up 1.38%, reaching $168.49 during Friday’s pre-market session, according to Benzinga Pro.

Benzinga Edge Stock Rankings place Nvidia in the 12th percentile for Momentum and 98th percentile for Growth, while its price trends remain bearish across the short, medium and long term.

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