Her perspective on her career underwent an adjustment. Her death made me realise how fragile life was. And I think about her forthcomingness, her vulnerability and her rawness. When asked what she was doing here, Au could not bear the idea of the public knowing about her condition, and therefore lied that she was researching for a role. But case in point exactly. [7] In the same year; she played the female lead, Madam Kwa Geok Choo, in The LKY Musical, alongside actor Adrian Pang, for 37 shows in the Marina Sands Theatre. I was not a very nice person to my friends, she confesses wistfully. Her presence (however fleeting it may be) still has an effect, and I guess that part of her will never fade. [5] She played numerous roles ranging from a cabaret girl in the stage musical, Beauty World to an enthusiastic radio presenter in the sitcom Right Frequency, each receiving rave reviews. In an attempt to. It brought her back to the past and reopened long-buried wounds. The 45-year-old recalled the day she. "People might feel it's okay, that can come another day. The longest would be a stay for one year and I had to move to another relative's house. Another difference is that there is no timeline for Ti Yan's courses, so that students can progressat their own pace. Speaking of his"worst investment ever",Darrenrevealed that buying a 1968 Morris Minor in his early twenties was the "biggest mistake". One of them emailed me about work at 12am - 1am, require the report be sent to him by 9.30 am next day (work start at 9am). Since then, Au said she has learnt to heighten her sense of alertness and urgency. Sharon Au (simplified Chinese: ; traditional Chinese: ; pinyin: u Jngxin; born 13 August 1975[1]) is a Singaporean former actress and host. There is another side to Sharon that sets her apart from many of her peersher sharp business acumen. April 30, 2022. Everything ends. [10] In 2017, she was appointed as the Publisher for ELLE Singapore as part of Mediacorp's move from print to digital for its print medium. When her best friend Melissa from CHIJ St. Nicholas Girls' School discovered that Dennys was her temporary abode, she immediately brought Sharon into her home and announced to her mother that Sharon will be staying with us from now on, because she is homeless. No questions asked. And I go like, 'Aiyo, how come Singapore also has earthquake? Besides being the investment director in the education and technology sector in the French international equity firm, Sharon is now also the CEO of Ti Yan, which in Chinese means. Quiet Inlet, a sweet Kayuki cocktail, is a popular choice of drug, but today, Sharon is happy sipping water. "It's for people who do not have the proficiency in French, to be able to have relatable access to the art of French cooking." Urgent message. ', But I chickened out. "The important lesson here is please make very good friends in your university days, because you will need them.". [2], Au attended CHIJ Saint Nicholas Girls' School (Secondary) and Hwa Chong Junior College in Singapore. Pittsburgh, PA. Sharon Hicks. Perhaps I was feeling too vulnerable back then. Almost everyone remembers Sharon as the vivacious host of City Beat in the 90s, where she would regale audiences nightly with her lively anecdotes and witty banter alongside co-hosts Kym Ng and Bryan Wong. Actress Ya Hui and songbird Kit Chan will make an appearance today (Apr 30) and next Monday (May 4) respectively. Today, she is proud to be the author of her own destiny, who is finally comfortable in her own skin. This is not Au's first brush with burglary in Paris - but her reaction back then was vastly different. 1; 2; First Prev 2 of 2 Sharon Au was all ready to bid au revoir to her life in Paris and return home for good when the COVID-19 pandemic hit Singapore in February. I have nothing now.". The boxes represent her personal insecurities and perceived societal expectations that she puts upon herself, while the straight, rigid lines of her frame depict her unwavering, by-the-book approach. I went back to my childhood and saw baby Sharon. Be notorious,. - global marketing & communications. ". But under such circumstances, Au emerged a fiercely independent woman and top-notch performer, which could explain her career-oriented fervourin her former life at Mediacorp. Starting from zero. I consent to the use of my personal data by Mediacorp and the Mediacorp group of companies (collectively Mediacorp) to send me notices, information, promotions and updates including marketing and advertising materials in relation to Mediacorps goods and services and those of third party organisations selected by Mediacorp, and for research and analysis, including surveys and polls. In an episode of the meWATCH talkshow Hear U Out, Sharon told host Quan Yi Fong that she even thought of being a waitress at the Italian restaurant, before meeting a former Mediacorp chairman who recommended her for a job. I identify with the woman at the fireplace. Although Sharon seems to have made peace with the fact that she may not be able to experience motherhood, a number of netizens left their two cents in the comments, writing that it might not be too late for her after all. Tokyo was fun, as I could have the childhood I never had. Her backpack and laptop were stolen, but not her cash. It takes courage, strength, self-awareness to break away from the comfort of familiarity, but there is light at the end of the tunnel. She recalls working completely insane hours, not even having enough time to pause for dinner. But Sharon doesnt like Picasso. Unless you are the anti-virus, don't come back and disturb me, she chuckles. A part of their dialogue went something like this: Doctor: Nowadays everybody depression ah? She had no job for three months and even considered being a waitress at the Italian restaurant near her apartment. In an attempt to find the elusive answer to that question, she packed her bags once moreonly this timeshe headed to Paris instead of Japan. I have nothing now. I considered quitting my job and returning to Singapore, reveals Sharon during YES 933s Gu De Dai Zai Jia (directly translated as Good Stay Home), a celebrity interview segment that was streamed live on Facebook yesterday (Apr 29). They are so proud of their culture and gastronomy that when they saw this crazy Chinese woman wanting to share it with the world, they completely embraced the idea, she says. In April 2011, she went back to MediaCorp to serve her 6-year bond. According to Ms Au, the chairman had seen her work and was impressed by her. 2023 High Net Worth All rights reserved. Read this subscriber-only article for free! Today he is still traumatised by the invasion. A post shared by Sharon Au (@sharonau13) on Apr 23, 2018 at 11:39pm PDT. I wanted to learn to like myself, to live by myself with nothing. Why do we need to wait for tragedy to strike before we realise and make a change? . "I've been pushing myself, my entire first 40 years of my life. I had everything, yet I felt a huge void, she says. Send in your scoops to news@theindependent.sg, The Independent News & Media Pte Ltd, Singapore, Sharon Au left Mediacorp because she was reprimanded for her ideas. I got home, switched on my laptop, andtyped outmy resignation letter., Sharon Au relocated to Paris after leaving Mediacorp. I never had a proper home, and moved every year, Sharon says. Or perhaps Picasso, in all his cubism glory, might do a better job. For most of Sharons childhood, her fear of not having enough to eat manifested into a hunger to be more likable in her career. the former host did reveal that she has quit her job as an investment director in a private equity firm. As a provocateur and an innovator in technique, Rembrandt was constantly reinventing himself. However, the one silver lining was that Rudon (whom she often posts about) waited for her to return home despite witnessing the break-in. You never know maybe I already had the virus because [before the lockdown in France] I still went to concerts. The savvy entrepreneur managed to secure the involvement of Michelin-starred restaurants in Paris and Singapore, and persuaded Jean Schmitt (managing partner of Jolt Capital) to come on board. I also enjoy encouraging others to do the same . "It takes death for them to do a change like that. Singapore 2K followers 500+ connections Join to view profile Mediacorp Pte Ltd Waseda University Personal Website About Eyes. After all, they are the ones whom you can trust and fall back on in times of difficulty. So, I slept on hercouch for six months. What about you guys? Sharon Au quits investment director job in Paris after apartment robbed Mandy How | May 13, 2022, 04:44 PM Events Golden Village VivoCity Follow us on Telegram for the latest updates:. Sharon also shared a photo on. Web development by Ripplewerkz. Director at Regional Investment Corporation Greater Adelaide Area. UPDATE [May 12, 2022] Sharon Au has since resigned from her position at the private equity firm after the burglary and is not looking for a new job at the moment, reported The Straits Times. The pandemic has made me rethink lifes priorities, says Sharon, When the pandemic is over, first thing I want to do is fly home and give my mum a hug and tell her I love her and that I want nothing more for her than to be healthy and happy. Sharon Au is investment director in a private equity firm. The feeling of being unwanted was made worse at school, where Au could see that her friends had parents and by extension, a stable environment. MCI (P) 076/10/2022, MCI (P) 077/10/2022. On May 11 (Wednesday), she posted on Instagram: "They took everything I love. The 46-year-old is working as an investment director at a private equity firm in Paris. "I forgot myself ina meeting and started sharing my ideas excitedly and I got told off for it. "That's why I'm very particular when I read news about suicide and depression. Imagine coming home to your apartment only to find it emptied and your favourite things taken. I just wanted to restart my life and go back to school, Sharon declares. I actually tore down everything and spent a lot of money to refurbish the whole car. [11], On 4 January 2018, it was announced that her last day of service in Mediacorp would be on 1 February 2018. Sharon Hicks. She exhibited none of the imperialism of a celebrity, made no desire to separate herself from others, and was just as unassuming as your next door neighbour. To complete the course, students will spend one week in one of the chef's kitchen,after which they receive certification should they pass. Whatever your choice, we're cheering for you!. Her first job after her GCE 'A' levels was a flight stewardess with Singapore Airlines,[4] Au's career in the entertainment industry began when she was talent-spotted from a Toy Factory Productions English remake of a Hong Kong stage musical I Have A Date With Spring. By clicking subscribe, I agree for my personal data to be used to send me TODAY newsletters, promotional offers and for research and analysis. So you don't know what is not performing, what is performing.And then I keep having to keep up with my performing persona.". For Sharon Au, who resigned from Mediacorp in 2018 before securing a new job, it gave her a temporary place to stay. While splurging on your first paycheck might seem reckless, Sharon now working as an investment director at a private equity firm in Paris also emphasised the importance of spending within your means. I know it can go to that stage if you don't have a good support system. During her teenage days, she had spent a night in Marymount Girls Home and witnessed many girls in dismal circumstances. The blazing lights of show business were soon snuffed out right when she blew out the candles on her 30th birthday cake. Instead, my landlord was a lot more upset and she was very apologetic about it. In February 2018, she resigned amicably from MediaCorp. 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At some pointin our adolescence, some of us may have run away from home before. In Money Money Home, Sharon and actor-host Darren Lim offer viewers tips on money management and investment in a light-hearted manner through skits, songs, and banter. It might not be something that's relevant to my work, but it makes me feel good. 903 followers 500+ connections. . He waited for me to come home," she shared. "I was brought up to not rely too much on a particular family or person. Admitting that he raked up debts amounting to around $30,000,Darren added that his then-girlfriend and now-wife Evelyn Tan made him realise the value of money so that they can have a future together. Darren Lim turns his yacht into a business opportunity, takes people out on rides. The more she dived into her work, the less time she had for herselfto a point where she suffered yet another identity crisis. : @maxberlinparis #Maje #soire #change #yolo, A post shared by Sharon Au (@sharonau13) on Apr 3, 2018 at 7:27pm PDT, You lead the life you want. And I could only do that when I physically plucked myself out of a very, very competitive environment.". If you're wondering, no, "Ti Yan" is not French. So I thought to myself better just play safe and stay in my apartment instead of flying back.. I even flewin parts from the UK to Singapore and that got me into deep s***.". Apart from Ti Yan Academy, Sharon hopes to start a girls home or shelter, five to ten years down the road. An unsympathetic man with his gaze fixed on his computer, the doctor only looked at Au once, when she stopped talking. The 49-year-old said: "I was so crazy over the antique car. Former Singaporean celebrity Sharon Au shared her ideas at work and she was "scolded for it" and she then "dramatically" resigned from Mediacorp in 2018. Apr 2007 - Jul 20169 years 4 months. Sharon Au ( simplified Chinese: ; traditional Chinese: ; pinyin: u Jngxin; born 13 August 1975 [1]) is a Singaporean former actress and host. If an artist were to draw a youthful version of Sharon, it might be Piet Mondrianbest known for his abstract paintings consisting of squares and rectangles. Growing up in what she once called a"broken, poor and unprivileged family background", the natural performer admits that it took a toll on her self-esteem. After a few months in Paris, she began work as an investment director in Jolt Capital, a private equity firm. And in January this year, she started Ti Yan, an online culinary academy that teaches the art of French cooking. Currently, Sharon Au works as a Associate Lawyer at Investment Management Corporation of Ontario. At the Singapore launch event for her French Culinary school Ti Yan Academy on Dec. 19, the actress-turned-investment director was vivacious. Going back to school made me the same down-to-earth person I was before I joined the media.. During the late 1990s she was best known for co-hosting City Beat with Kym Ng and Bryan Wong. And from then on, I changed the way I lived, Sharon reveals with a tenderness in her voice. Instead of acting, she took up an executive position at Mediacorp, citing Japan as one of the definitive moments of her life. But the process of getting help was not as straightforward. As an actress and a host for more than 10 years of her life, Sharon is used to following a script that doesnt give her any agency. Since then Sharon has changed 5 companies and 5 roles. I hoped that by being famous, my parents would notice me and regret that they had left. She said: "I forgot myself ina meeting and started sharing my ideas excitedly and I got told off for it. Sharon Au was told to work less in Paris - so she started her own French academy . The more she dived into her work, the less time she had for herselfto a point where she suffered yet another identity crisis. My mum never once showed that she panicked, neither was she hysterically asking me to fly home like the parents of my friends. The. She said: I forgot myself ina meeting and started sharing my ideas excitedly and I got told off for it. Nobody had felt anything. Get unlimited access to all stories at $0.99/month for the first 3 months. When I ask for the reason behind her move, she pauses before replying:I disliked myself in Singapore, because it was all about advancing my career. Or perhaps Picasso, in all his cubism glory, might do a better job. Millions of Indonesian parents abandoned a measles vaccine in 2018 when it was declared haram. True to her roots, she recognises the importance of having a safe space for women to retreat to, and empathises with them. And if you deny medical help, it can get to that stage.". The whole celebrity diva thing had disintegrated and I felt like I had become the Sharon Au that I was supposed to behappy and contented. Her reason: She didnt want to be an asymptomatic carrier bringing the virus back to the Lion City. I am sure she is concerned, but she is not the type to panic. In October 2018, she found an overseas job as an investment director in a private equity firm based in Paris, France. Copyright 2023 Mediacorp Pte Ltd. All rights reserved. Despite being trapped by an oppressive regime dictated by the entertainment industry, she continued to work hard and went on to clinch Best Variety Show Host at the Star Awards for four consecutive years, from 2000 to 2003. Hosted by deejays Zhong Kunhua and Nico Weibin, local and overseas celebrity guests share snippets of their lives on the radio show and how they have been keeping busy during the lockdown. Time away from the limelight allowed Sharon to recentre herself, and upon. Sharon Au quits investment director job in Paris after apartment robbed: (ST).Besides her previous roles as a host and actress, the celeb is perhaps also best known for dropping her life in Singapore to move to Paris in 2018.But the recent burglary has given Au cause to rethink her life in the European city.When contacted by ST, the 46-year-old said she is"not well enough" yet to share more . Despite being trapped by an oppressive regime dictated by the entertainment industry, she continued to work hard and went on to clinch Best Variety Show Host at the Star Awards for four consecutive years, from 2000 to 2003. All rights reserved. leading the company from a start-up operation to become Australia's largest investment manager. All rights reserved. Again. The post was accompanied by a photo of her and her beloved pet cat Rudon. I went into showbiz and wanted to be popular for stupid reasons. Her ability to connect with the masses wasnt her only repertoire of skills; there wasnt a role Sharon couldnt embody. Recalling how she "spent it all" and more on a $98 pair of jeans with her first paycheck, Sharon said: "I remember I was doing an internship atSingapore Press Holdings. PHOTO: SHARON AU/INSTAGRAM, Shane Pow, Pornsak and Kang Chengxi were robbed in the US, Actor Desmond Tan robbed of mobile phone in Bali. Sharonadded: "Starting from zero. You deserve it.". Dan Persson Chief Risk Officer. It was only when I turned 30 that I realised how much I disliked myself. Published by SPH Media Limited, Co. Regn. Sharon Au has done it a grand total of three times in her life. Inspections have been carried out at the ferry terminal by Indonesian authorities. . I was really such a coward. The precocious child, who despite a turbulent upbringing, did exceedingly well academically. Seems like she isn't taking it that slow just yet. A far cry from the Sharon who had a reputation for being a workaholic. Running away has always been Sharons source of comfort, a constant theme in her life that she has grown to be familiar with. In fact, libations arent necessary, as she is exceedingly open. Sharon Markwick joined Argo as a receptionist in 1985 and during her 35 years with the Company has undertaken a number . His paintings transformed from the early "smooth" manner of polished contours to the late "rough" treatment of richly variegated paint surfaces, using hog-bristle brushes, which was uncharacteristic of that era. I kept asking myself: Who is really Sharon Au? she admits. On occasion, the ghosts of Sharons past still pay her a visit. It was a cathartic yet tiring session, she admits. Dont Neglect Succession Planning, Manulife Singapore Offers Digital Payments Via PayNow, FWD Insurance Launches Electronic Claims Payments via PayNow, 1-Michelin-Starred Marguerite Shines With an Invigorating Spring Menu. After staying with Melissas family for two years, Sharons aunt finally took her back in. Ros L'Esperance Co-Head Global Banking. But I wished I hadn't spent so much of my salary on beautifying myself. to come on board. I spoke to [my mum about coming back] and she said 'don't be silly! Au was invited back on a few occasions to be host for some key events, including being the host in Beijing for Singapore Prime Minister's first state visit there and Star Awards 2007. The 46-year-old is based in Paris, where she works as an investment director in a private equity firm. 1 of 2 I think I just got tired, so I tried the other way of life where you stopped pushing yourself. Russell is an experienced company director who has worked at very senior levels of both government and private sectors. Today, she is proud to be the author of her own destiny, who is finally comfortable in her own skin. Web design by Yu Sheng & Yu Siang. As long as [you] havent reach menopause, its still possible (sic), one netizen wrote. I was put on a pedestal and became too full of myself. These included beauty products, clothes, shoes and jewellery. Then we love sharing. Rembrandts Philosopher in Meditation hanging in the Muse du Louvre is dearest to her. 2012 - 2017: Director and Senior Counsel, Global Capital Markets Legal (Asia, ex-Japan) 2009 - 2011: Vice President, ECM Legal (Asia, ex Japan) I never had a proper home, and moved every year, Sharon says. What impresses me today is her candour. I didnt want to leave baby Sharon, but I kept telling her that everything would be okay. The academy offers e-courses from a number of established chefs, includingGunther Hubrechsen,Vianney Massot, and Singaporean private chef/Masterchef Asia contestantLennard Yeong. Sharon Persia Head of Human Resources Investment Bank, and UK. But her dream life there was rudely interrupted by the burglary on April 30,. One phone call later, Sharon clinched a job at a private equity firm and she has climbed her way up to being an investment director with clients under her. She played host for President Star Charity show in 2012. I understand now why I wanted to leave the fame behind. No. [8], In 2012, she started and led styleXstyle.com (a property of MediaCorp Pte Ltd), focusing fashion, beauty and lifestyle. She followed instructions, took direction well, but had little autonomy over her actions much like a marionette. Putting up such a front made Au question if she was really that happy all the time, and whether she had lost sight of herself. Other people might put the cashinto a piggy bank in case of a rainy day. ALSO READ:Sharon Au: People thought I was a traitor in the media war but I'm actually the big winner, released statements announcing her resignation, Sharon Au: People thought I was a traitor in the media war but I'm actually the big winner. And it also didn't help that Au couldn't come to terms with the fact that she was depressed. Contact us. The whole celebrity diva thing had disintegrated and I felt like I had become the Sharon Au that I was supposed to behappy and contented.
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