Au: Maybe I just came back from Japan, not used to it, haven't adjusted. Having joined the TCS during the mid-1990s, she won many awards as an artiste with MediaCorp before taking a sabbatical to pursue university education in 2005 on a scholarship. In an attempt to. Unfortunately, the second psychiatrist she went to was no better. I remember crying after the meeting as I closedmy laptop and packed up. Then, aformer Mediacorp chairmaninvited her out to dinner when he was in Paris for business. When contacted by AsiaOne regarding Sharon's comments, a Mediacorp spokesperson said they were "unable to comment on the personal decision made by Sharon Au". Apart from Ti Yan Academy, Sharon hopes to start a girls home or shelter, five to ten years down the road. 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). I just wanted to restart my life and go back to school, Sharon declares. French Ambassador, Marc Abensour together with patron, Sharon Au , spoke to CNA yesterday on the Voilah France Singapore Festival. Russell is an experienced company director who has worked at very senior levels of both government and private sectors. Another difference is that there is no timeline for Ti Yan's courses, so that students can progressat their own pace. Thankfully, she eventually found a competent counsellorin April 2012 one that was recommended by her mother, who had grown increasingly desperate when Au did not get any better. 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. Then, Singapore was the third country to report cases of the coronavirus and was one of the worst-hit outside China, so the former actress-host, who now works as an investment director in a private equity firm in Paris, was understandably worried for her mum back home. I understand now why I wanted to leave the fame behind. I drew a complete blank and had nothing to wish for. "We start with French culture in particular, and French . This is life.". After all, self-love is the best kind of love. May 12, 2022, 1:44 PM SGT SINGAPORE - Sharon Au's dream life in Paris recently turned into a nightmare when her apartment was broken into on April 30. And now it is really too late, read her caption, which was accompanied by a couple pictures of her bonding with a friends kid. Advertise with us That means I put in another $3 of my own [money]. You have reached your limit of subscriber-only articles this month. Sharon Au kena complained by colleagues in France for being 'Singaporean' After her resignation, she moved to Paris because she wanted to start afresh but no one there would hire her. 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. I went back to my childhood and saw baby Sharon. By clicking subscribe, I agree for my personal data to be used to send me TODAY newsletters, promotional offers and for research and analysis. "Aggressive" and "ambitious" were the words Au used to describe herself. I know it can go to that stage if you don't have a good support system. Cloud hosting by Vodien. echoes in my head. But how full of light and colour are their last days. Woodlands had dinosaurs before it was cool. the former host did reveal that she has quit her job as an investment director in a private equity firm. Then, Singapore was the third country to report cases of the coronavirus and was one of the worst-hit outside China, so the former actress-host, who now works as an investment director in a private equity firm in Paris, was understandably worried for her mum back home. The 49-year-old said: "I was so crazy over the antique car. I have nothing now. In a post dated the 11th of May, Au recounted the harrowing experience, where "they took everything [she] love [d]", leaving her with "nothing now". Nonetheless, Au thoroughly enjoyed her six years in Japan so much so that she fell into depression and post-traumatic stress disorder(PTSD) when she had to leavein 2011, after an earthquake took the lives of more than 19,000 people. favourite artist is Rembrandt, who is a symbol of freedom. Perhaps I was feeling too vulnerable back then. The 46-year-old is working as an investment director at a private equity firm in Paris. I am not. 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 had no job for three months and even considered being a waitress at the Italian restaurant near her apartment. The 46-year-old replied: "Just go ahead and splurge with your first paycheck. I wanted to be liberated so I went to Paris, Sharon says, who spent a year studying there as part of Wasedas international exchange programme. From a cabaret girl in the 1998 stage musical, Beauty World to a bubbly radio presenter in the sitcom Right Frequency, she made every single character believable. And I think about her forthcomingness, her vulnerability and her rawness. Sharon didn't go into details about the meeting, including its purpose or who was present, but the last positions she held prior to her departure wereas the publisher for Elle Singapore and the lead of styleXstyle.com. Sharon Au is re-evaluating her life in Paris after her apartment was robbed on April 30, . After a few months in Paris, she began work as an investment director in Jolt Capital, a private equity firm. Health Care, Managed Care, Behavioral Health and Health IT. She said: I forgot myself ina meeting and started sharing my ideas excitedly and I got told off for it. Nobody had felt anything. | Her death made me realise how fragile life was. Before the pseudo earthquake episode, Au had visited a clinic where she was recognised by the counter staff, who made a fuss and requested a photo. Apr 2007 - Jul 20169 years 4 months. Following her resignation, the actress relocated to Paris because she wanted to start afresh but no one there would hire here. But the process of getting help was not as straightforward. But I wished I hadn't spent so much of my salary on beautifying myself. She followed instructions, took direction well, but had little autonomy over her actions much like a marionette. The former actress-host moved to Paris in 2018 and worked as an investment director at a private equity firm there. 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. We are at Live Twice, a stylish bar inspired by mid-century Japan that oozes major In the Mood for Love vibes; the dark wood accents and warm, dim lighting calling to mind a hazy opium den. I choose to strike first. Ros L'Esperance Co-Head Global Banking. True to her roots, she recognises the importance of having a safe space for women to retreat to, and empathises with them. I went into showbiz and wanted to be popular for stupid reasons. I didnt want to leave baby Sharon, but I kept telling her that everything would be okay. In 2015, she auditioned for The LKY Musical, and got the coveted role of Madam Kwa Geok Choo, but life took a sharp turn when her close secondary school friend passed away from a heart attack. Dont forget to live, until its too late. Nah, I just have a familiar face, I mumble. In 2005, Au left her popularity behind to attenduniversity in Tokyo for aLiberal Arts degree. Fraught with despair over her unexpected death, Sharon continued to deliver a stunning performance. 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. It was a cathartic yet tiring session, she admits. She told entertainment news outlet 8 Days in an interview that year: "I was very calm when I found out. 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 entire room looked at her, incredulous. In the latest episode of the meWATCHtalkshow Hear U Out, the 45-year-oldrecounted the day she resigned from the broadcasting company without having first secured a new job. I didn't know what I was doing. Responsible for: - Australia & New Zealand sales & client businesses. It was the same in March 2011 (when I was studying in Tokyo) when the major earthquake and tsunami struck Tokyo, resulting in a nuclear scare. That was when she knew she had to get serious help. graduating from Waseda University with a Bachelor of Liberal Arts degree in 2011, she returned to Singapore with an invigorated sense of purpose and identity. I was unhappy and empty inside. Three months later, Sharon left at the peak of her career and found herself in Tokyo, without a concrete plan in mind. An unsympathetic man with his gaze fixed on his computer, the doctor only looked at Au once, when she stopped talking. A far cry from the Sharon who had a reputation for being a workaholic. No judgement. These included beauty products, clothes, shoes and jewellery. Most of the time in our workplace, we want to be the best and contribute to the company so that everyone can grow together. That was what led to her decision to "dramatically" resign from Mediacorp in 2018. Coming back to Singapore proved to be a blow for Au. But I feel that it's one of the most important things that should be planned for," Darren said. This was after four consecutive years, from 2000 to 2003, of winningBest Variety Show Host at the Star Awards. You never know maybe I already had the virus because [before the lockdown in France] I still went to concerts. Straight lines would now break away to form wavy curves, painted with flowing brush strokes in a riot of bright colours. Wei-Sun has READ MORE Executive Director, Asset Management Sebastian Domenech Joined in 2016 During one of the nights, Sharon had reserved a ticket at the Marina Sands Theatre for her friend to watch the performance, but she never showed up. I lost my friends as I was too arrogant, or perhaps too busy to care., Almost everyone remembers Sharon as the vivacious host of. 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. Prices start from S$138 for an express programme, and go up to S$688 for a professional course. When a reporter called to verify the rumour, Au laughed and lamented, "Why you curse me?". A far cry from the Sharon who had a reputation for being a workaholic. Her. When she entered the media industry at 19, Sharon drifted apart from her best friend. Sharon has 9 jobs listed on their profile. find the elusive answer to that question, she packed her bags once moreonly this timeshe headed to Paris instead of Japan. She added: "While we were eating, he asked me how work was, and I told him I didn't have a job and couldn't find one. As a tribute to her, I placed a bouquet of flowers on her seat so I could look at them when I was on stage like I was acting for her. Her ability to connect with the masses wasnt her only repertoire of skills; there wasnt a role Sharon couldnt embody. The 46-year-old is based in Paris, where she works as an investment director in a private equity firm. I eat very normal food so that I can stretch my cash as long as possible.". Or perhaps Picasso, in all his cubism glory, might do a better job. "When I drive, I don't leave things in my car. Her deep love for the arts grew when she recognised its value, serving as a mirror of her life. 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. Since then, Au said she has learnt to heighten her sense of alertness and urgency. I hoped that by being famous, my parents would notice me and regret that they had left. To continue, upgrade to a supported browser or, for the finest experience, download the mobile app. You must grab on to the connections you make and it helps to have a benefactor," she said at that time. ALSO READ:Sharon Au once came to work without a bra, Kym Ng reveals, for her upcoming meWATCH series Money Money Home, episode of the meWATCH talkshow Hear U Out, Sharon Au once came to work without a bra, Kym Ng reveals. Published by SPH Media Limited, Co. Regn. Doctor: "You know Japanese killed a lot of people ah? In an intimate corner space away from prying eyes, Sharon launches into the story of the first time she ran away from home with great zeal. It might not be something that's relevant to my work, but it makes me feel good. Apart from Ti Yan Academy, Sharon hopes to start a girls home or shelter, five to ten years down the road. ; the dark wood accents and warm, dim lighting calling to mind a hazy opium den. And I could only do that when I physically plucked myself out of a very, very competitive environment.". Melbourne, VIC. Her presence (however fleeting it may be) still has an effect, and I guess that part of her will never fade. The first figure is an old man seated with his head bowed and the second figure is an inconspicuous woman at the fireplace in a corner, tending to the fire. 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. As long as [you] havent reach menopause, its still possible (sic), one netizen wrote. Starting from zero. After all, they are the ones whom you can trust and fall back on in times of difficulty. I began to like myself more when I didnt have to please people.. When she realised telling jokes drew people to her and made her forget about the dreary realities of life, Au started living through that persona. [14] Since October 2018, she is currently an investment director with the private equity firm in Paris. The academy offers e-courses from a number of established chefs, includingGunther Hubrechsen,Vianney Massot, and Singaporean private chef/Masterchef Asia contestantLennard Yeong. [11], On 4 January 2018, it was announced that her last day of service in Mediacorp would be on 1 February 2018. Straight lines would now break away to form wavy curves, painted with flowing brush strokes in a riot of bright colours. Urgent message. 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. I remember crying after the meeting as I closedmy laptop and packed up. [2], Au attended CHIJ Saint Nicholas Girls' School (Secondary) and Hwa Chong Junior College in Singapore. The former actress-host moved to the City of Love in 2018 and had been working as an investment director in a private equity firm. 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. No, no, no. Nonetheless, she was still invited to host at televised events and theatres. "I mean, it's necessary because as a celebrity, you need to look very good. This is further endorsed when she clinched the Star Awards for Best Variety Show Host for four consecutive years from 2000 to 2003. She also said that she has moderate scoliosis since young, and needs a medical bed at home for her spinal condition. "I really felt it you know. "We were supposed to go back to work after the meeting but I don't know why, I just walked away and couldn't stop, and I ended up going home and crying on the way back. Perhaps the trauma never goes away. We become what we chase after. Dress by Andrew Gn; Hair: Ben Leong (Passion Hair Salon); Makeup: Andy Lee. He was alone in the apartment and witnessed everything. Strapped for cash, shealso shared that her early days in Pariswere not as glamorous as one might think. [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. No. Then we love sharing. Even though Ti Yan is based in Singapore, Au will be running it from Paris. As a provocateur and an innovator in technique, Rembrandt was constantly reinventing himself. I wish every day is October. However, she had been accused of mimicking an Indian accent during the SEA Games opening ceremony. She wasnt in a hurry to find work, and was actually perfectly happy sleeping on my couch doing nothing. To complete the course, students will spend one week in one of the chef's kitchen,after which they receive certification should they pass. The erstwhile TV host is not only garrulous but also adept at the art of storytelling. Since then, Au has treasured the "second chance" to embrace life again.