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CNA
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- CNA
Actor Andie Chen has not won anything at Star Awards in 27-year career: 'It should be my turn already'
Now that Star Awards 2025 is around the corner, are celebs starting to get anxious about going home empty-handed on Jul 6? Among them is ex-Mediacorp actor Andie Chen, who has not received a single award at the annual ceremony despite being in the industry for close to three decades. In fact, when informed about his nominations for Best Actor, Top 10 Most Popular Male Artistes as well as BYD Favourite Male Character this year, the 39-year-old admitted that he's already mentally prepared to be disappointed again. "Because I've been in the running for so many times. I'm happy every time I'm nominated, but I will be a little afraid too," the four-time Best Actor nominee told Chinese media 8world. Back in 2017, Chen was in the running for Best Actor, Best Supporting Actor and Top 10 Most Popular Male Artistes, but still went home without a trophy. As if that experience wasn't painful enough, history repeated itself last year, causing Chen to joke that he's already gotten "Star Awards Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)". This year, Chen is nominated for Best Actor for his performance as a stern dad in Born To Shine. He's up against Christopher Lee (Kill Sera Sera), Gavin Teo (To Be Loved), Qi Yuwu (Once Upon A New Year's Eve) and Richie Koh (Coded Love). So what does Chen think are his odds of bringing home the title this time? 'Those who won before still fight what fight, the newcomers still come and snatch from me," he joked. "I already have it so hard! Shouldn't they let the 'old man' win? It should be my turn already!" The Star Search 2007 champion, who's been acting since he was 11, even took this opportunity to quip: "Just a reminder to everyone, I've been in the industry for 27 years okay!". That said, Chen admitted that he doesn't harbour much hopes of winning, and doesn't dare to think too much about it either. "I'm still very grateful, because the character I played this time isn't that likeable. So to be seen by the judges is quite a happy thing for me," he said. To Chen, his biggest competitors are Lee, Qi and Koh, who have all won Best Actor at Star Awards before. "I think big brother Chris' hands are tired from receiving so many awards, he doesn't need to fight with the younger generation anymore!" he added. As for whether or not he can finally bring at least one trophy home, Chen then laughed: "I'll leave this question to the audience and judges. Is it time for me to break the curse?" But here's the plot twist: Chen is still unable to confirm if he can make it for the event as he may be filming in Taiwan then. Wouldn't it be ironic if Chen finally wins something but ends up being a no-show at the ceremony?
Miami Herald
23-05-2025
- Business
- Miami Herald
Gladstone Investment Corporation Invests In Sun State Nursery & Landscaping
MCLEAN, VA / ACCESS Newswire / May 23, 2025 / Gladstone Investment Corporation (NASDAQ:GAIN) ("Gladstone Investment") is pleased to announce its investment in Sun State Nursery & Landscaping, LLC ("Sun State"), in partnership with Everglades Equity, LLC. Gladstone Investment provided senior secured debt and equity in support of the transaction Sun State, based in Jacksonville, Florida, is a leading commercial landscaping installation and maintenance provider in the Jacksonville area. "We are looking forward to working with Everglades, President Paul Kassab, and the team at Sun State to build on the company's established reputation in the Jacksonville market. We look forward to supporting Sun State through its next phase of growth," said Christopher Lee, Senior Managing Director of Gladstone Investment. "We are thrilled to be adding another quality portfolio company to Gladstone Investment's assets through this acquisition, as we expect it to produce both income for dividends to shareholders and longer-term capital appreciation for capital gains," said David Dullum, President of Gladstone Investment. Gladstone Investment is a publicly traded business development company that seeks to make equity and secured debt investments in lower middle market businesses in connection with acquisitions, changes in control, and recapitalizations. Additional information on the transaction can be found at For Investor Relations inquiries related to any of the monthly dividend paying Gladstone funds, please visit Forward-looking Statements: The statements in this press release regarding the longer-term prospects of Gladstone Investment and Sun State and its management team, and the ability of Gladstone Investment and Sun State to grow and expand are "forward-looking statements." These forward-looking statements inherently involve certain risks and uncertainties in predicting future results and conditions. Although these statements are based on Gladstone Investment's current plans that are believed to be reasonable as of the date of this press release, a number of factors could cause actual results and conditions to differ materially from these forward-looking statements, including those factors described from time to time in Gladstone Investment's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Gladstone Investment undertakes no obligation to update or revise these forward-looking statements whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law. For further information: Gladstone Investment Corporation, (703) 287-5893 SOURCE: Gladstone Investment Corporation
Associated Press
23-05-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Gladstone Investment Corporation Invests In Sun State Nursery & Landscaping
MCLEAN, VA / ACCESS Newswire / May 23, 2025 / Gladstone Investment Corporation (NASDAQ:GAIN) ('Gladstone Investment') is pleased to announce its investment in Sun State Nursery & Landscaping, LLC ('Sun State'), in partnership with Everglades Equity, LLC. Gladstone Investment provided senior secured debt and equity in support of the transaction Sun State, based in Jacksonville, Florida, is a leading commercial landscaping installation and maintenance provider in the Jacksonville area. 'We are looking forward to working with Everglades, President Paul Kassab, and the team at Sun State to build on the company's established reputation in the Jacksonville market. We look forward to supporting Sun State through its next phase of growth,' said Christopher Lee, Senior Managing Director of Gladstone Investment. 'We are thrilled to be adding another quality portfolio company to Gladstone Investment's assets through this acquisition, as we expect it to produce both income for dividends to shareholders and longer-term capital appreciation for capital gains,' said David Dullum, President of Gladstone Investment. Gladstone Investment is a publicly traded business development company that seeks to make equity and secured debt investments in lower middle market businesses in connection with acquisitions, changes in control, and recapitalizations. Additional information on the transaction can be found at For Investor Relations inquiries related to any of the monthly dividend paying Gladstone funds, please visit Forward-looking Statements: The statements in this press release regarding the longer-term prospects of Gladstone Investment and Sun State and its management team, and the ability of Gladstone Investment and Sun State to grow and expand are 'forward-looking statements.' These forward-looking statements inherently involve certain risks and uncertainties in predicting future results and conditions. Although these statements are based on Gladstone Investment's current plans that are believed to be reasonable as of the date of this press release, a number of factors could cause actual results and conditions to differ materially from these forward-looking statements, including those factors described from time to time in Gladstone Investment's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Gladstone Investment undertakes no obligation to update or revise these forward-looking statements whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law. For further information: Gladstone Investment Corporation, (703) 287-5893 SOURCE: Gladstone Investment Corporation press release
Yahoo
19-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Gladstone Investment Corporation Acquires Smart Chemical Solutions, LLC
MCLEAN, VA / / May 19, 2025 / Gladstone Investment Corporation (Nasdaq:GAIN) ("Gladstone Investment") is pleased to announce its acquisition of Smart Chemical Solutions, LLC ("Smart Chemical"), along with Xyresic Capital ("Xyresic"). Gladstone Investment provided equity and senior secured debt to complete the transaction. Smart Chemical, based in Midland, Texas, is a leading provider of production chemicals for onshore oil and gas operators. "Smart Chemical is a valuable partner to major energy companies operating throughout the United States. We are very excited to partner with this talented team as it accelerates its growth strategy, expands its product portfolio and strengthens its ability to serve operators across the energy sector. Further, we are thrilled to expand our relationship with Xyresic," said Christopher Lee, Senior Managing Director of Gladstone Investment. "This investment represents our dedication to our ultimate goal of investing in quality companies that will produce stable income for dividends to Gladstone Investment's shareholders, as well as longer-term capital appreciation resulting in capital gains," said David Dullum, President of Gladstone Investment. Gladstone Investment is a publicly traded business development company that seeks to make equity and secured debt investments in lower middle market businesses in connection with acquisitions, changes in control, and recapitalizations. Additional information on the transaction can be found at For Investor Relations inquiries related to any of the monthly dividend paying Gladstone funds, please visit Forward-looking Statements: The statements in this press release regarding the longer-term prospects of Gladstone Investment and Smart Chemical and its management team, and the ability of Gladstone Investment and Smart Chemical to grow and expand are "forward-looking statements." These forward-looking statements inherently involve certain risks and uncertainties in predicting future results and conditions. Although these statements are based on Gladstone Investment's current plans that are believed to be reasonable as of the date of this press release, a number of factors could cause actual results and conditions to differ materially from these forward-looking statements, including those factors described from time to time in Gladstone Investment's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Gladstone Investment undertakes no obligation to update or revise these forward-looking statements whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law. For further information: Gladstone Investment Corporation, (703) 287-5893 SOURCE: Gladstone Investment Corporation View the original press release on ACCESS Newswire
Associated Press
19-05-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Gladstone Investment Corporation Acquires Smart Chemical Solutions, LLC
MCLEAN, VA / ACCESS Newswire / May 19, 2025 / Gladstone Investment Corporation (Nasdaq:GAIN) ('Gladstone Investment') is pleased to announce its acquisition of Smart Chemical Solutions, LLC ('Smart Chemical'), along with Xyresic Capital ('Xyresic'). Gladstone Investment provided equity and senior secured debt to complete the transaction. Smart Chemical, based in Midland, Texas, is a leading provider of production chemicals for onshore oil and gas operators. 'Smart Chemical is a valuable partner to major energy companies operating throughout the United States. We are very excited to partner with this talented team as it accelerates its growth strategy, expands its product portfolio and strengthens its ability to serve operators across the energy sector. Further, we are thrilled to expand our relationship with Xyresic,' said Christopher Lee, Senior Managing Director of Gladstone Investment. 'This investment represents our dedication to our ultimate goal of investing in quality companies that will produce stable income for dividends to Gladstone Investment's shareholders, as well as longer-term capital appreciation resulting in capital gains,' said David Dullum, President of Gladstone Investment. Gladstone Investment is a publicly traded business development company that seeks to make equity and secured debt investments in lower middle market businesses in connection with acquisitions, changes in control, and recapitalizations. Additional information on the transaction can be found at For Investor Relations inquiries related to any of the monthly dividend paying Gladstone funds, please visit Forward-looking Statements: The statements in this press release regarding the longer-term prospects of Gladstone Investment and Smart Chemical and its management team, and the ability of Gladstone Investment and Smart Chemical to grow and expand are 'forward-looking statements.' These forward-looking statements inherently involve certain risks and uncertainties in predicting future results and conditions. Although these statements are based on Gladstone Investment's current plans that are believed to be reasonable as of the date of this press release, a number of factors could cause actual results and conditions to differ materially from these forward-looking statements, including those factors described from time to time in Gladstone Investment's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Gladstone Investment undertakes no obligation to update or revise these forward-looking statements whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law. For further information: Gladstone Investment Corporation, (703) 287-5893 SOURCE: Gladstone Investment Corporation press release
