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Straits Times
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Straits Times
HK actor Chow Yun Fat returns to Star Awards stage as award presenter after three decades
Hong Kong actor Chow Yun Fat will be among the presenters at this year's Star Awards. PHOTO: KK EMPIRE HK actor Chow Yun Fat returns to Star Awards stage as award presenter after three decades SINGAPORE – Hong Kong superstar Chow Yun Fat will be gracing the Star Awards 2025 ceremony on July 6 as an award presenter. Three decades ago, the veteran actor was a celebrity guest at the inaugural ceremony in 1994, where he presented awards to the winners of the Top 5 Most Popular Male Artistes. During the show, he noted that local actor Li Nanxing resembled him, and said: 'Please don't come to Hong Kong, or else I will not be able to make movies any more.' Chow, 70, has won three Hong Kong Film Awards for Best Actor and two Golden Horse Awards for Best Actor. He also received the prestigious Asian Film-maker of the Year accolade at the Busan International Film Festival in 2023, in recognition of his significant contributions to the advancement of the Asian film industry and culture. Joining the A-list line-up at Star Awards 2025 is another Hong Kong thespian, Sean Lau. The 61-year-old previously attended the 2000 edition, where he read out the winners of the Top 10 Most Popular Female Artistes. Veteran Hong Kong actor Sean Lau is also set to make an appearance at the Star Awards 2025. PHOTO: KK EMPIRE To celebrate its 30th anniversary, 2025's theme is Walking Through Time Together, and the live show will showcase a time capsule of local entertainment history. Star Awards did not take place in 2020 and 2008. The upcoming edition is set to be its most star-studded, with more than 200 celebrities expected to attend, including Zoe Tay, Li Nanxing, Fann Wong, Chen Liping, Huang Biren, Tay Ping Hui, Rebecca Lim, Jeanette Aw, Jesseca Liu, Yvonne Lim and Sharon Au. Local singer Kit Chan will take the stage to perform a medley of songs from memorable series over the years. Most recently, the 52-year-old helmed the Mandarin ballad Echoes Of Petals, the theme song of period drama Emerald Hill – The Little Nyonya Story (2025). Singaporean singer Kit Chan will be performing at the Star Awards. PHOTO: BANSHEE PRODUCTIONS In addition, Star Awards 2025 will see local actress Chantalle Ng making her hosting debut alongside seasoned compere Guo Liang, who will be hosting the event for the 16th time, more than anyone else to date. Ng, 30, is also up for Best Actress for her role as a para swimmer in the drama Hope Afloat (2024). She was previously nominated in the category in 2022 and 2024, but did not win. Star Awards 2025 will take place at The Theatre at Mediacorp and will air on Channel 8 and Channel U, mewatch and the Mediacorp Entertainment YouTube Channel from 7 to 10pm. There will also be a red carpet pre-show from 5 to 6.30pm, which will be presented by a fashion squad consisting of Mediacorp artistes Herman Keh and Denise Camillia Tan, together with Love 972 DJ Dennis Chew and Yes 933 DJ Hazelle Teo. The Backstage Live behind-the-scenes livestream takes place from 3.30 to 10pm, and a Post-Awards Party from 10 to 10.30pm. Both will air on mewatch and the Mediacorp Entertainment YouTube Channel. Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Star Awards 2025: Chow Yun Fat to headline annual awards ceremony on 6 July – and everything you need to know
Hong Kong actor Chow Yun Fat will be headlining this year's Star Awards on 6 July, returning as a special guest presenter for the annual awards ceremony's 30th anniversary. The veteran actor first attended the inaugural Star Awards in 1994, and his return marks a full-circle moment for the show. Chow, 70, has over 100 film credits to his name, starred in classics such as A Better Tomorrow (1986) and the Oscar-winning Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon (2000). Over the years, he's earned a long list of accolades, including two Golden Horse Awards, three Hong Kong Film Awards for Best Actor, and the coveted Asian Filmmaker of the Year award at the 28th Busan International Film Festival. Most recently, Chow can be seen in Project Gutenberg (2018) and One More Chance (2023). He is married to 65-year-old Singaporean Jasmine Tan. Chow isn't the only veteran Hong Kong star who will have a presence at Star Awards 2025. Hong Kong actress Jessica Hsuan, who was in Mediacorp's M18 drama Kill Sera Sera, nabbed a Best Actress nomination. Hsuan previously said during a press conference in Singapore that this role is something "I've never played before". And, despite her illustrious acting career which saw collaborations with leading actors such as Louis Koo, Wong He, Julian Cheung, Nick Cheung, Roger Kwok, and Joe Ma, Hsuan didn't think she was the biggest star of the cast. It's unclear if Hsuan will be at the awards. She told Shin Min Daily News that she "hopes" to attend the event. She said, "It would be my honour if I'm invited and can get to be at the grand event. Whether or not I win the award is secondary, most importantly I would want to show my support." Kill Sera Sera stars local actor Christopher Lee (a Golden Bell winner), Taiwanese actor James Wen (also a Golden Bell winner), Chantalle Ng, and Damien Teo. Nominated alongside Hsuan are Chantalle Ng (Hope Afloat), Felicia Chin (I Do, Do I?), Hong Ling (Unforgivable), and Jesseca Liu (Unforgivable). The other nominees in the performance categories are: Best Actor Christopher Lee (Kill Sera Sera) Andie Chen (Born to Shine) Qi Yuwu (Once Upon A New Year's Eve) Richie Koh (Coded Love) Gavin Teo (To Be Loved) Best Supporting Actor Guo Liang (To Be Loved) Pierre Png (Moments) Xu Bin (Kill Sera Sera) Chen Hanwei (Unforgivable) Chen Shucheng (Unforgivable) Best Supporting Actress Tasha Low (Coded Love) Cynthia Koh (Hope Afloat) Lynn Lim (Kill Sera Sera) Meixin (Born To Shine) Ya Hui (Coded Love) The annual Star Awards is a platform for Mediacorp to honour and celebrate local creativity and talent. Since its inception in 1994, it has been instrumental in showcasing Singapore stories and nurturing talent, including the recognition of some of the biggest local stars. Today, it continues to be one of the most well regarded and highly anticipated awards event in the local Chinese entertainment industry. The 2019 Star Search champion Zhang Zetong clinched the Best Actor award for his role as the villain in All That Glitters and cried as he delivered his acceptance speech. "I feel that this win isn't just because of my own ability. A lot of the times, it's a group of people who contribute to the creation of a character, so thank you to every crew member on All That Glitters," he told local media after the win. Meanwhile, actress Aileen Tan scored the Best Supporting Actress win for her role of Chen MeiHui in 2023 action drama series Shero. She told Yahoo Singapore separately on her win that she still has 'a lot of things to learn' and yearns to keep going further. Veteran host Kym Ng snagged the Best Actress award, her first big win in the performance categories, and openly admitted to local media that she really wanted it. Ng had only won the Best Supporting Actress twice prior to this. She said, "I didn't think I'd win this award, but I really wished and prayed very hard that I can win." Jeremy Chan, who is more known for his comedic roles, took home the other big acting trophy of Best Actor. He attributed the win to his co-stars Ayden Sng and Desmond Tan, and told Yahoo Singapore that he was able to play off their strong performances. Star Awards 2025 will be the 30th anniversary of the annual awards show and the overarching theme will be "Walking Through Time Together". The ceremony will be held on 6 July at The Theatre at Mediacorp. The main show starts at 7pm, and will be hosted by veteran host Guo Liang and second-generation actress Chantalle Ng. This will be Ng's hosting debut. Hong Kong actor Sean Lau will be presenting awards this year, marking his return to the Star Awards after 25 years. Meanwhile, homegrown singer Kit Chan will be performing some memorable soundtracks from local television. Before the ceremony, viewers can enjoy the red carpet Walk of Fame, from 5pm to 6.30pm, hosted by a 'Fashion Squad' comprising hosts Dennis Chew, Herman Keh, Hazelle Teo, and Denise Camillia Tan. Backstage Live (3.30pm to 10pm) will also return with radio station Yes 933's The Daka Show anchors Jeff Goh, Chen Ning and Gao Mei Gui. This is where audiences can enjoy a real-time, all-access pass to behind-the-scenes artiste prep, instant reactions and unscripted moments as results roll in. The post-show party will return after a hiatus of six years, giving viewers a glimpse into candid moments and backstage reactions. This will be held on the same evening from 10pm to 10.30pm. The eligibility criteria for some awards has shifted. In the category of the Top 10 Most Popular Artistes Award, for the first time, artistes who are nominees of any performance-based award will automatically qualify to run for the popularity award in the same year. Artistes who play the lead role or main host in a series with at least two episodes, as well as artistes who have a total of at least 13 episodes in a combination of roles, will also be eligible. The Most Popular Rising Star award is for artistes with five or fewer years of experience, but now, artistes who receive the award three times will automatically be placed into the Top 10 Most Popular Artiste Award category. And, the Best Rising Star award now allows for repeat nominations, as long as nominees continue to have five or fewer years of experience and have not won in the same category. Public voting is now underway for the categories of Top 10 Most Popular Male and Female Artistes, and Most Popular Rising Star award. Catch the Star Awards 2025 live on Channel 8, Channel U, mewatch and the Mediacorp Entertainment YouTube Channel on 6 July (Sunday).
AsiaOne
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- AsiaOne
Daily roundup: Milo and Adidas collab to launch limited-edition T-shirt and pin collection — and other top stories today, World News
Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. Milo and Adidas collab to launch limited-edition T-shirt and pin collection Milo fans, here's a drop you'll want to look out for. The beverage brand has collaborated with Adidas to launch a limited-edition apparel collection featuring T-shirts and a pin in celebration of the former's 75th anniversary in Singapore and SG60, Nestle Singapore announced on Friday (June 27)... » READ MORE 2. 'Powerful symbol of partnership': First JB-Woodlands North RTS train unveiled The first Johor Bahru-Singapore Rapid Transit System (RTS) Link train was unveiled during a ceremony at the Singapore Rail Test Centre (SRTC) in Tuas on Monday (June 30). Officiated by Singapore's Acting Minister for Transport Jeffrey Siow, Malaysia's Minister of Transport YB Anthony Loke and Johor Chief Minister Onn Hafiz Ghazi, the ceremony highlighted the shared commitment by the neighbours to deliver cross-border rail project... » READ MORE 3. Role of drivers will evolve with introduction of autonomous vehicles: Acting Transport Minister New jobs will emerge but there will always be jobs for drivers in the transport sector, even as Singapore is set to introduce autonomous vehicles, said Acting Transport Minister Jeffrey Siow. On June 27, Siow announced plans to roll out self-driving buses in Punggol by the fourth quarter of 2025, during a working visit to Guangzhou, China, raising concerns about job security for drivers... » READ MORE 4. Chow Yun Fat to headline Star Awards 2025 Veteran Hong Kong star Chow Yun Fat will headline this year's Star Awards as a presenter. This marks the 70-year-old's second time at the ceremony, since his first stint in the inaugural edition in 1994. Yun Fat married Singaporean Jasmine Tan, 65, in 1987.... » READ MORE editor@
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
DBS Paylah $3 cashback at hawker stalls, heartland shops returns from 12 July; Chow Yun Fat returns to Star Awards after 30 years: Singapore live news
DBS/POSB is bringing back their popular weekly cashback campaign that offers consumers rewards when they spend at heartland shops and hawker centres every Saturday from 12 July to 27 September. During this period, the first 160,000 users who scan and pay using the DBS PayLah app at over 22,000 participating stalls and shops from 8am will receive up to $3 cashback. Participating merchants can be identified by POSB's 'Support Our Heartland Shops' wobblers – a round tag attached to a strip– or PayLah! Scan to Pay stickers. The initiative is part of DBS/POSB's latest slew of benefits to bolster customer savings and commemorate Singapore's 60th birthday, the bank said in a statement on 29 June. Hong Kong actor Chow Yun Fat will be headlining this year's Star Awards on 6 July, returning as a special guest presenter for the annual awards ceremony's 30th anniversary. The veteran actor first attended the inaugural Star Awards in 1994, and his return marks a full-circle moment for the show. Chow, 70, has over 100 film credits to his name, starred in classics such as A Better Tomorrow (1986) and the Oscar-winning Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon (2000). Read more in our live blog below, including the latest local and international news and updates. DBS/POSB is bringing back their popular weekly cashback campaign that offers consumers rewards when they spend at heartland shops and hawker centres every Saturday from 12 July to 27 September. During this period, the first 160,000 users who scan and pay using the DBS PayLah app at over 22,000 participating stalls and shops from 8am will receive up to $3 cashback. Participating merchants can be identified by POSB's 'Support Our Heartland Shops' wobblers – a round tag attached to a strip– or PayLah! Scan to Pay stickers. The initiative is part of DBS/POSB's latest slew of benefits to bolster customer savings and commemorate Singapore's 60th birthday, the bank said in a statement on 29 June. In addition to the cashback programme, POSB debit and credit cardholders can enjoy 60-cent meal deals at selected food and beverage outlets from 1 July to 30 September. KFC will also be offering $6 set meals as part of the promotion, subject to availability. These deals are available via the POSB Everyday Card and PAssion POSB Debit Card. 'The positive reception to our PayLah weekly cashback initiative has been encouraging. We are grateful for our customers' steadfast support over the years and believe that bringing back this initiative for SG60 further reaffirms our commitment to standing by them and driving inclusive growth of our heartlands,' said Mr Lim Him Chuan, Singapore country head at DBS. For more deals under the DBS Paylah $3 cashback initiative, read here. Hong Kong actor Chow Yun Fat will be headlining this year's Star Awards on 6 July, returning as a special guest presenter for the annual awards ceremony's 30th anniversary. The veteran actor first attended the inaugural Star Awards in 1994, and his return marks a full-circle moment for the show. Chow, 70, has over 100 film credits to his name, starred in classics such as A Better Tomorrow (1986) and the Oscar-winning Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon (2000). Over the years, he's earned a long list of accolades, including two Golden Horse Awards, three Hong Kong Film Awards for Best Actor, and the coveted Asian Filmmaker of the Year award at the 28th Busan International Film Festival. Most recently, Chow can be seen in Project Gutenberg (2018) and One More Chance (2023). He is married to 65-year-old Singaporean Jasmine Tan. For more on the Chow Yun Fat's appearance at the Star Awards 2025, read here. US President Donald Trump has confirmed that his administration will not extend the 90-day pause on tariffs for most countries, setting the stage for new trade penalties to take effect after 9 July. In an interview with Fox News' Sunday Morning Futures, Trump said countries will soon receive formal notification that tariffs will be imposed unless individual trade agreements are reached. According to Trump, letters will be sent out "pretty soon" before the deadline, outlining the tariff levels for each country, which could range from 10% to as high as 50%. "We'll look at how a country treats us — are they good, are they not so good,' Trump said. "Some countries we don't care, we'll just send a high number out." While negotiations are ongoing, Trump acknowledged the challenges of brokering deals with multiple countries. "There's 200 countries, you can't talk to all of them," he said, referencing the administration's original target of reaching 90 trade agreements in 90 days. For more on Trump's global tariffs, read here. It's hard to not rely on air-conditioning when living in a hot and humid country like Singapore. And, a lot of Yahoo Singapore readers think so too – with a whopping 87 per cent agreeing that it's a necessity from a poll conducted last Friday (27 June). A total of 1,223 respondents participated in the poll, as of press time. Using the air-conditioning is a catch-22 for those living in countries with a tropical climate all year round. The two billion units operating worldwide are responsible for 7 per cent of annual global greenhouse gas emissions, according to the United Nations Environment Program. This number is expected to double by 2030 when more than five billion units are projected to be in use. This will result in a vicious circle as increased carbon output pushes temperatures higher, resulting in more air-conditioning use. According to a CNN report in 2023, Singapore is one of the most air-conditioned countries in the world, with more units per capita than any of its Southeast Asian neighbours. Billionaire tech mogul Elon Musk has reignited the feud with US President Donald Trump as he once again criticised the controversial "Big, Beautiful Bill" that's making its way through the Senate. The 940-page proposal, which Musk branded 'utterly insane and destructive', is being pushed forward by Senate Republicans. On Saturday (28 June), Musk took to X and warned that the bill would 'destroy millions of jobs' and 'cause immense strategic harm' to America. "The latest Senate draft bill will destroy millions of jobs in America and cause immense strategic harm to our country," he wrote. "Utterly insane and destructive. It gives handouts to industries of the past, while severely damaging industries of the future." Musk, who once headed the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) under Trump before an ugly fallout, didn't hold back. He called the bill "political suicide" for the Republican party, and said it "raises the debt ceiling by $5 trillion, the biggest increase in history, putting America in the fast lane to debt slavery". The billionaire also cited polling data to claim that public sentiment is on his side. For more on the Musk-Trump feud over the "Big, Beautiful Bill", read here. Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez wrapped up what could be the most high-profile – yet tightly controlled – wedding of the year with a glamorous celebration in Venice over the weekend. The three-day affair culminated on Saturday (29 June) evening at the Arsenale, a former medieval shipyard now used for the Venice Biennale. The couple arrived at the venue by boat, trailed closely by the media. Sanchez wore a striking pink gown later revealed by Vogue magazine to be designed by Atelier Versace, while Bezos kept things classic in an all-black suit. Earlier in the day, the pair were seen entering the iconic Harry's Bar, a place that once counted literary giant Ernest Hemingway among its customers. Meanwhile, protestors gathered near the city's train station for a march. The wedding ceremony itself took place the day before on the secluded island of San Giorgio Maggiore, known for its Renaissance architecture and scenic views. The private event, attended by about 200 celebrity guests – including Oprah Winfrey, Bill Gates, Usher, and the Kardashian-Jenner clan – was reportedly held under a strict no-social-media policy. Details were later revealed through a digital Vogue cover, which showcased Sanchez in a custom-made Dolce & Gabbana gown featuring a high lace neckline and 180 silk chiffon-covered priest buttons. She reportedly changed outfits two more times during the evening, slipping into a sweetheart-neck gown inspired by the 1946 film Gilda, and a crystal-covered cocktail dress by Oscar de la Renta, said to be embellished with over 175,000 crystals. Shortly after the Vogue reveal, Sanchez updated her Instagram handle – now reading Lauren Sanchez Bezos. For more on the Bezos-Sanchez wedding, read here. A 23-year-old male motorcyclist was taken to hospital unconscious following an accident at Tuas Checkpoint on Friday afternoon (June 28). The police and Singapore Civil Defence Force said the motorcycle is believed to have skidded along 501 Jalan Ahmad Ibrahim at about 3.25pm. The man was conveyed to the National University Hospital for treatment. Another individual was also assessed for minor injuries but declined to be taken to hospital. Investigations into the incident are ongoing. DBS/POSB is bringing back their popular weekly cashback campaign that offers consumers rewards when they spend at heartland shops and hawker centres every Saturday from 12 July to 27 September. During this period, the first 160,000 users who scan and pay using the DBS PayLah app at over 22,000 participating stalls and shops from 8am will receive up to $3 cashback. Participating merchants can be identified by POSB's 'Support Our Heartland Shops' wobblers – a round tag attached to a strip– or PayLah! Scan to Pay stickers. The initiative is part of DBS/POSB's latest slew of benefits to bolster customer savings and commemorate Singapore's 60th birthday, the bank said in a statement on 29 June. In addition to the cashback programme, POSB debit and credit cardholders can enjoy 60-cent meal deals at selected food and beverage outlets from 1 July to 30 September. KFC will also be offering $6 set meals as part of the promotion, subject to availability. These deals are available via the POSB Everyday Card and PAssion POSB Debit Card. 'The positive reception to our PayLah weekly cashback initiative has been encouraging. We are grateful for our customers' steadfast support over the years and believe that bringing back this initiative for SG60 further reaffirms our commitment to standing by them and driving inclusive growth of our heartlands,' said Mr Lim Him Chuan, Singapore country head at DBS. For more deals under the DBS Paylah $3 cashback initiative, read here. Hong Kong actor Chow Yun Fat will be headlining this year's Star Awards on 6 July, returning as a special guest presenter for the annual awards ceremony's 30th anniversary. The veteran actor first attended the inaugural Star Awards in 1994, and his return marks a full-circle moment for the show. Chow, 70, has over 100 film credits to his name, starred in classics such as A Better Tomorrow (1986) and the Oscar-winning Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon (2000). Over the years, he's earned a long list of accolades, including two Golden Horse Awards, three Hong Kong Film Awards for Best Actor, and the coveted Asian Filmmaker of the Year award at the 28th Busan International Film Festival. Most recently, Chow can be seen in Project Gutenberg (2018) and One More Chance (2023). He is married to 65-year-old Singaporean Jasmine Tan. For more on the Chow Yun Fat's appearance at the Star Awards 2025, read here. US President Donald Trump has confirmed that his administration will not extend the 90-day pause on tariffs for most countries, setting the stage for new trade penalties to take effect after 9 July. In an interview with Fox News' Sunday Morning Futures, Trump said countries will soon receive formal notification that tariffs will be imposed unless individual trade agreements are reached. According to Trump, letters will be sent out "pretty soon" before the deadline, outlining the tariff levels for each country, which could range from 10% to as high as 50%. "We'll look at how a country treats us — are they good, are they not so good,' Trump said. "Some countries we don't care, we'll just send a high number out." While negotiations are ongoing, Trump acknowledged the challenges of brokering deals with multiple countries. "There's 200 countries, you can't talk to all of them," he said, referencing the administration's original target of reaching 90 trade agreements in 90 days. For more on Trump's global tariffs, read here. It's hard to not rely on air-conditioning when living in a hot and humid country like Singapore. And, a lot of Yahoo Singapore readers think so too – with a whopping 87 per cent agreeing that it's a necessity from a poll conducted last Friday (27 June). A total of 1,223 respondents participated in the poll, as of press time. Using the air-conditioning is a catch-22 for those living in countries with a tropical climate all year round. The two billion units operating worldwide are responsible for 7 per cent of annual global greenhouse gas emissions, according to the United Nations Environment Program. This number is expected to double by 2030 when more than five billion units are projected to be in use. This will result in a vicious circle as increased carbon output pushes temperatures higher, resulting in more air-conditioning use. According to a CNN report in 2023, Singapore is one of the most air-conditioned countries in the world, with more units per capita than any of its Southeast Asian neighbours. Billionaire tech mogul Elon Musk has reignited the feud with US President Donald Trump as he once again criticised the controversial "Big, Beautiful Bill" that's making its way through the Senate. The 940-page proposal, which Musk branded 'utterly insane and destructive', is being pushed forward by Senate Republicans. On Saturday (28 June), Musk took to X and warned that the bill would 'destroy millions of jobs' and 'cause immense strategic harm' to America. "The latest Senate draft bill will destroy millions of jobs in America and cause immense strategic harm to our country," he wrote. "Utterly insane and destructive. It gives handouts to industries of the past, while severely damaging industries of the future." Musk, who once headed the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) under Trump before an ugly fallout, didn't hold back. He called the bill "political suicide" for the Republican party, and said it "raises the debt ceiling by $5 trillion, the biggest increase in history, putting America in the fast lane to debt slavery". The billionaire also cited polling data to claim that public sentiment is on his side. For more on the Musk-Trump feud over the "Big, Beautiful Bill", read here. Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez wrapped up what could be the most high-profile – yet tightly controlled – wedding of the year with a glamorous celebration in Venice over the weekend. The three-day affair culminated on Saturday (29 June) evening at the Arsenale, a former medieval shipyard now used for the Venice Biennale. The couple arrived at the venue by boat, trailed closely by the media. Sanchez wore a striking pink gown later revealed by Vogue magazine to be designed by Atelier Versace, while Bezos kept things classic in an all-black suit. Earlier in the day, the pair were seen entering the iconic Harry's Bar, a place that once counted literary giant Ernest Hemingway among its customers. Meanwhile, protestors gathered near the city's train station for a march. The wedding ceremony itself took place the day before on the secluded island of San Giorgio Maggiore, known for its Renaissance architecture and scenic views. The private event, attended by about 200 celebrity guests – including Oprah Winfrey, Bill Gates, Usher, and the Kardashian-Jenner clan – was reportedly held under a strict no-social-media policy. Details were later revealed through a digital Vogue cover, which showcased Sanchez in a custom-made Dolce & Gabbana gown featuring a high lace neckline and 180 silk chiffon-covered priest buttons. She reportedly changed outfits two more times during the evening, slipping into a sweetheart-neck gown inspired by the 1946 film Gilda, and a crystal-covered cocktail dress by Oscar de la Renta, said to be embellished with over 175,000 crystals. Shortly after the Vogue reveal, Sanchez updated her Instagram handle – now reading Lauren Sanchez Bezos. For more on the Bezos-Sanchez wedding, read here. A 23-year-old male motorcyclist was taken to hospital unconscious following an accident at Tuas Checkpoint on Friday afternoon (June 28). The police and Singapore Civil Defence Force said the motorcycle is believed to have skidded along 501 Jalan Ahmad Ibrahim at about 3.25pm. The man was conveyed to the National University Hospital for treatment. Another individual was also assessed for minor injuries but declined to be taken to hospital. Investigations into the incident are ongoing.
CNA
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- CNA
Hong Kong star Chow Yun Fat to headline Star Awards 2025
Hong Kong screen legend Chow Yun Fat will be headlining this year's Star Awards on Jul 6 as an award presenter for the annual event's 30th anniversary. This will mark three decades since his first appearance at its inaugural ceremony in 1994. Chow has headlined over 100 productions and helped define entire genres with global classics such as A Better Tomorrow (1986) and Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon (2000). His iconic performances are accompanied by top honours, including two Golden Horse Awards, three Hong Kong Film Awards for Best Actor and the Asian Filmmaker of the Year accolade at the 28th Busan International Film Festival, awarded in recognition of his 'significant contributions to the advancement of the Asian film industry and culture'. Chow, 70, who is married to Singaporean Jasmine Tan, 65, recently starred in titles such as Project Gutenberg (2018) and One More Chance (2023).
