A 3-year-old boy is gaining popularity as a professional master of ceremonies at weddings in Baoji, Shaanxi province.

Dong Zixu has overseen five weddings in the city so far. He learned how to manage weddings from his father - a professional master of ceremonies with more than 10 years experience in the business.

"It was the most special wedding I have ever participated in," said one guest named Li, about a recent wedding

However, a local education expert said such young children involved in adult professions could be emotionally harmed.

(China Daily May 26, 2009)