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The Star
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Star
Addy Lee says he regrets knowing TV host Quan Yifeng & her daughter Eleanor Lee
Malaysian-born celebrity hairstylist Addy Lee has confirmed he fell out with Singaporean TV host Quan Yifeng, formerly a long-time close friend of his, over disagreements related to live-stream sales the pair did together. Singapore-based Lee, 54, disclosed these details in a Facebook live-stream on May 13, after teasing earlier on social media that he will be speaking about Quan, 51, and her actress-daughter Eleanor Lee, 25. Addy Lee is Eleanor's godfather. Her biological father is Quan's ex-husband, Singaporean actor Peter Yu, from whom she is estranged. In his rambling six-hour tirade, Lee said he was 'close like family' with Quan for many years, but their relationship soured when Lee invited Quan to conduct live-stream sales with him of hair products during the pandemic in 2020. Over a month, the pair reportedly earned over SG$300,000 (RM990,859). But a rift soon arose, Lee alleged, when Quan complained that they were selling the same products with little variation and began throwing temper tantrums by ignoring audience questions on joint live-streams. Lee also said his assistant told him Quan and Eleanor said behind Lee's back that they felt like he was leveraging their popularity to boost his live-stream sales. Lee said that at the time, Quan and Eleanor were temporarily staying with him, along with their then-partners. He then went to his room to cry about Quan speaking behind his back and humiliating him. She then sent a text and told him she and Eleanor will be moving out since he seems uninterested in seeing or speaking to them. He then responded that he felt hurt by her actions. According to Lee, that was their last contact. He added that he felt betrayed as a week after this argument, he noticed that Eleanor posted about getting her hair done by fellow Singapore-based celebrity hairstylist David Gan. He felt upset that Eleanor said Gan saved her 'damaged hair', which Lee felt implied that his salon director at Monsoon Hair Salon did a bad job. He also said he bought expensive gifts from luxury brands for Quan and Eleanor over the years, paid for Eleanor's vacation to Europe, used his network to further her career in China and even contributed to her international school fees, but that Eleanor never repaid him. 'To be honest, I regret getting to know them... They are ingrates. It's been four years and I haven't heard a peep from them.' Lee's live-stream comes after Eleanor, a Singaporean who has been working as in China for several years, landed in hot water recently. A netizen claiming to be her former assistant released a poor-quality audio recording purportedly of Lee making derogatory claims about the people of China. While Eleanor has come out to clarify that the recording is fake and added that she loves China, the incident has been a major blow to her burgeoning career there, with state media singling her out for criticism. In the wake of the incident, Lee implied that what happened to Eleanor was 'karmic retribution'. He also posted alleged screenshots of messages from Eleanor's representatives pleading with him to not 'add fuel to the fire' in the midst of the negative publicity surrounding her now. Lee, who shared that he is on anti-depressants and anti-anxiety medication, had previously levelled accusations at other former friends. He is a co-founder of live-streaming ecommerce company Mdada alongside Singaporean actress-host Michelle Chia and Singapore-based Thai host Pornsak Prajakwi. Pornsak, 43, departed the company in 2023, and Lee said he officially left the company in February 2025 in a May 15 Facebook post. At the time, he said it was due to health issues, but soon began feuding with Pornsak and Chia. Lee previously accused Pornsak of bullying and defaming a staff member of the company who was Lee's assistant. He has also since accused Chia, 49, of withholding his salary from him and not responding to his texts. – The Straits Times/Asia News Network
Express Tribune
11-02-2025
- Business
- Express Tribune
Gold prices continue recording highs; rupee gains 5 paisa
Listen to article KARACHI: Gold prices in Pakistan continued their upward trend, aligning with rising international rates. On Tuesday, the price of gold per tola rose by Rs100, maintaining a record high of Rs303,100 in the local market. Similarly, the price of 10 grams of gold increased by Rs86, reaching Rs259,859, as reported by the All-Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa Association (APGJSA). This increase followed Monday's sharp surge of Rs4,000 per tola, setting a then-record high of Rs303,000. Internationally, gold prices also climbed, with APGJSA reporting a rate of $2,904 per ounce (including a $20 premium), marking a $1 increase during the day. Adnan Agar, Director of Interactive Commodities, mentioned the market saw a correction of $40 to $50 after its recent highs. He noted that while rapid price increases often lead to corrections, this one appeared short-lived. Agar pointed out that if gold prices correct to $2,868 and rebound, new highs could follow. However, if prices remain above $2,910, the market is likely to continue its upward momentum. A drop below $2,900 could lead to further corrections. Agar linked the rally in gold prices to inflation concerns and geopolitical developments in the Middle East. He warned that if prices climb unchecked, a sharp decline may follow. The upcoming US economic data will play a key role in determining the next movement in gold prices. Meanwhile, the Pakistani rupee strengthened slightly against the US dollar, closing at 279.17 in the interbank market, gaining 5 paisa, as reported by the State Bank of Pakistan. On the global front, the US dollar gained strength after US President Donald Trump announced significant tariff increases on steel and aluminium imports. He said reciprocal tariffs on other countries were to be announced in the coming days.
Express Tribune
05-02-2025
- Business
- Express Tribune
Double whammy for consumers as gold prices hit record high
Listen to article Gold prices surged to an all-time high on Wednesday, both internationally and in Pakistan, as investors turned to the precious metal to protect their capital from devaluation. In the global market, the price of gold jumped by $53 per ounce, reaching a record $2,868. The sharp increase drove local prices higher, with 24-karat gold in Pakistan rising by Rs5,300 per tola, reaching an unprecedented Rs299,600. The price of 10 grams of gold also climbed by Rs4,158 to a new high of Rs256,859. Silver prices followed suit, with per tola silver increasing by Rs36 to Rs3,350, while the price of 10 grams rose by Rs31.50 to Rs2,872. The surge reflects a growing trend among investors seeking safe-haven assets amid economic uncertainty and currency depreciation. Analysts say heightened demand could keep gold prices elevated in the near future.
