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- New Straits Times
#SHOWBIZ: Bella's son Ayden completes 400m sea swim, receives praise from Syed Saddiq
KUALA LUMPUR: Actress and singer Bella Astillah's 8-year-old son, Ayden Adrean Aliff, has showcased remarkable swimming prowess by completing a 400-metre sea swim after only a week of training.
Ayden participated in the Langkawi Swim Fest at Tanjung Rhu yesterday, much to the surprise and immense pride of his mother.
Bella, 31, shared her astonishment and joy on Instagram, saying, "Ayden is amazing, after only a week of training he has been able to swim 400 metres in the sea."
She added that his achievement left her speechless, noting, "He gave his all, and reached the finishing line safe and sound."
The feat was particularly significant for Bella, who admitted to being traumatised by a past experience while swimming in the sea.
"I thank God that Ayden is not like me, and he has proven himself to be brave and competitive," said Bella, who shed tears of joy upon hearing about her son's successful swim.
Bella and her former husband, Singaporean singer and actor Aliff Aziz, have two children: Ayden and five-year-old Ara Adreanna Aliff.
Adding to the celebration, Muar Member of Parliament Syed Saddiq also offered his support and praised Ayden for his accomplishment.
In the comments section, he expressed his pride in Ayden's "amazing achievements" despite his young age.
"He has the heart of a lion by conquering his first open water swim with just a week of training, despite being fearful of the sea before," Syed Saddiq posted.
"His discipline, determination, and unwavering grit are truly inspiring. He embodies what it means to push boundaries and achieve greatness at any age.
"Ayden, soon to be Iron Kid," he added.
