Hu Jia (left) was convicted for "inciting subversion of state" in 2008 Hu Jia - one of China's most prominent dissidents - has been released from prison, his wife says.
Zeng Jingyan said he had now reunited with his family in Beijing.
Hu Jia, 37, served three-and-a-half years in prison for "inciting subversion". His term had been set to end on Sunday.
The move follows the release of prominent artist Ai Weiwei on Wednesday. Mr Ai's four associates were also reportedly freed.
The releases come as Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao is visiting Europe.
Zeng Jingyan told Reuters news agency that her husband was now "back home with his parents and me".
Hu was convicted and imprisoned in 2008.
He was active in a broad range of civil liberty issues, and also campaigned for the environment and support to patients with Aids.
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