Everything ends. "The IMH must check-in for seven days, and surrender your phone. ', But I chickened out. MCI (P) 076/10/2022, MCI (P) 077/10/2022. Published by SPH Media Limited, Co. Regn. Melbourne, VIC. 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. Going back to school made me the same down-to-earth person I was before I joined the media.. | You must grab on to the connections you make and it helps to have a benefactor, said Ms Au. Nah, I just have a familiar face, I mumble. Contact us. Upgraded but still having issues? The 46-year-old replied: "Just go ahead and splurge with your first paycheck. echoes in my head. The entire room looked at her, incredulous. Russell is an experienced company director who has worked at very senior levels of both government and private sectors. This was partly fuelled by the fact that Au had a reputation of being a go-getter in the industry. You have reached your limit of subscriber-only articles this month. I also want to apologise for being selfish and running off to Paris and leaving her here alone.. 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. Most of the time in our workplace, we want to be the best and contribute to the company so that everyone can grow together. "I really felt it you know. Her death made me realise how fragile life was. On May 11 (Wednesday), she posted on Instagram: "They took everything I love. 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. Health Care, Managed Care, Behavioral Health and Health IT. Sharon Persia Head of Human Resources Investment Bank, and UK. He was so shocked to know that because to him, I was someone very capable and talented, and someone he admired.". So I thought to myself better just play safe and stay in my apartment instead of flying back.. 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. Dress by Andrew Gn; Hair: Ben Leong (Passion Hair Salon); Makeup: Andy Lee. 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. In fact, libations arent necessary, as she is exceedingly open. Another difference is that there is no timeline for Ti Yan's courses, so that students can progressat their own pace. It takes courage, strength, self-awareness to break away from the comfort of familiarity, but there is light at the end of the tunnel. The post was accompanied by a photo of her and her beloved pet cat Rudon. Thread starter lordofthering; Start date Oct 17, 2021; Prev. No, no, no. Sharon Au is investment director in a private equity firm. But it gave me a huge sense of achievement, and I wore that pair of jeans every day.". My mum never once showed that she panicked, neither was she hysterically asking me to fly home like the parents of my friends. She was. Unless youre the anti-virus, dont come back.. She was jobless for three months and even thought of being a waitress at the Italian restaurant near her apartment. When she entered the media industry at 19, Sharon drifted apart from her best friend. Cloud hosting by Vodien. Instead of acting, she took up an executive position at Mediacorp, citing Japan as one of the, Living in Japan transformed me. I wanted to learn to like myself, to live by myself with nothing. Others also showed their support for Sharons choice, with one netizen writing: There are many ways to 'be' a mother and many little ones who would be blessed by your presence in their lives. Despite being thousands of miles apart, Sharon says their mother-daughter relationship has improved since the pandemic. Sharon Au is re-evaluating her life in Paris after her apartment was robbed on April 30, . I didn't know what I was doing. she explains. Discomfort is the only way to achieve personal growthand Sharon has learnt to step out of her comfort zone and confront parts of herself that she never used to like. 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 said: "When I was job hunting, I didn't even want to spend on rent. She said in an interview that she grew up in a humble and modest apartment, and she is very close to her mother. "And when I feel good and rejuvenated, I know I'll be ready for tomorrow.". But Sharon doesnt like Picasso. - global investment operations. "It took me a long to admit that I was sick and I need to seek professional help. Woodlands had dinosaurs before it was cool. I actually tore down everything and spent a lot of money to refurbish the whole car. Then we love sharing. Besides instructional videos and text, students at Ti Yan can also book an online session with the chef, where an expert can watch them cook in real time. And you can't beat me at Scrabble. True to her roots, she recognises the importance of having a safe space for women to retreat to, and empathises with them. I remember crying after the meeting as I closedmy laptop and packed up. What about you guys? Because my childhood was such that I had to move several times in a year. I kept asking myself: Who is really Sharon Au? she admits. Fraught with despair over her unexpected death, Sharon continued to deliver a stunning performance. I know it can go to that stage if you don't have a good support system. At the same time I was grateful I wasn't ill, but I thought to myself, 'Then I better really do this before I really got ill.'". [8], In 2012, she started and led styleXstyle.com (a property of MediaCorp Pte Ltd), focusing fashion, beauty and lifestyle. I went into showbiz and wanted to be popular for stupid reasons. I kept asking myself: Who is really Sharon Au? she admits. So I didn't go for that treatment.". 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. I am sure she is concerned, but she is not the type to panic. He ceaselessly searched for new stylistic modes of expression much like how Sharon has been working on the latest version of herself that she likes best. Unless its fries. I was really such a coward. Privacy policy. I identify with the woman at the fireplace. I believe education and improving oneself is a lifelong commitment. Money Money Home premiered Nov 18 and new episodes are releasedevery Thursday; catch itfor free on meWATCH. I didnt expect it to be under such circumstances. It brought her back to the past and reopened long-buried wounds. Six years ago to be precise, onboard flight SQ334 from Singapore to Paris, where I had the privilege to serve her. | 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. Straight lines would now break away to form wavy curves, painted with flowing brush strokes in a riot of bright colours. About Living in Japan transformed me. 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. Javier Oficialdegui Co-Head Global Banking. Fraught with despair over her unexpected death, Sharon continued to deliver a stunning performance. And I could only do that when I physically plucked myself out of a very, very competitive environment.". All rights reserved. Not making huge amounts of money, but at least we know how to manage our wealth properly. "Life is all about connections. "We start with French culture in particular, and French . On reflection, the biggest regret I have is probably not having children and experiencing motherhood. "I've been pushing myself, my entire first 40 years of my life. I wished I had at least saved more, or at least invested.". During a hypnotherapy session at one of the rehearsals for her recent play for the Esplanade Huayi Chinese Festival of Arts, she bawled her eyes out for hours. 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. 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. 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The erstwhile TV host is not only garrulous but also adept at the art of storytelling. But when former local celebrity Sharon Au shared her ideas passionately at work, she was"scolded for it". For my particular treatment, it was like that lah. Sharon Au, a 46-year old ex-Mediacorp actress/hostess, has now moved on from her private equity investment firm director position in Paris after her house was ransacked by burglars. After a few months in Paris, she began work as an investment director in Jolt Capital, a private equity firm. Au: Maybe I just came back from Japan, not used to it, haven't adjusted. Time away from the limelight allowed Sharon to recentre herself, and upon 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. On occasion, the ghosts of Sharons past still pay her a visit. [embed]https://www.instagram.com/p/CdaXBV6MXJp/[/embed]. I drew a complete blank and had nothing to wish for. Tokyo was fun, as I could have the childhood I never had. After all, self-love is the best kind of love. After savouring the best of French gastronomy that Paris had to offer, she felt a deep compulsion to share the intricacies of the cuisine by offering professional courses. I remember crying after the meeting as I closedmy laptop and packed up. Aiyo, why so depressed? These included beauty products, clothes, shoes and jewellery. 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. I even flewin parts from the UK to Singapore and that got me into deep s***.". I began to like myself more when I didnt have to please people. The moment Sharon arrived in Paris, she crashed with a university schoolmate and slept on her couch. in the 90s, where she would regale audiences nightly with her lively anecdotes and witty banter alongside co-hosts Kym Ng and Bryan Wong. Apart from Ti Yan Academy, Sharon hopes to start a girls home or shelter, five to ten years down the road. I choose to strike first. Even though Ti Yan is based in Singapore, Au will be running it from Paris. 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. Unfortunately, the second psychiatrist she went to was no better. The erstwhile TV host is not only garrulous but also adept at the art of storytelling. It was the most powerful earthquake ever recorded in Japan, and the fourth most powerful in modern history. Director at Regional Investment Corporation Greater Adelaide Area. He waited for me to come home. This article is now fully available for you, Please verify your e-mail to read this subscriber-only article in full. Global Head of Investment Bank Research. 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. 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. Sharonadded: "Starting from zero. I started crying like crazy. 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. This is further endorsed when she clinched the Star Awards for Best Variety Show Host for four consecutive years from 2000 to 2003. I got home, switched on my laptop, andtyped outmy resignation letter., Sharon Au relocated to Paris after leaving Mediacorp. . I fell in love with the country and knew I had to come back today. Mediacorp | 8 Days. He said: "Whenever I have time, I think it's very important to invest in myself. I was a people-pleaser because I was insecure, she says. 2012 - 2017: Director and Senior Counsel, Global Capital Markets Legal (Asia, ex-Japan) 2009 - 2011: Vice President, ECM Legal (Asia, ex Japan) You never know maybe I already had the virus because [before the lockdown in France] I still went to concerts. She also said that she has moderate scoliosis since young, and needs a medical bed at home for her spinal condition. I also enjoy encouraging others to do the same . Copyright 2020 Mothership. He was alone in the apartment and witnessed everything. "Because of my freed up status (in Paris), I was able to really look at things. 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. 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. Copyright 2023 SPH Media Limited. The next day I told him it's not possible, he told me I had 8 hrs. Instead, my landlord was a lot more upset and she was very apologetic about it. Agreeing that self-improvement should be classed as a 'need' rather than a 'want', Sharon revealed that she's been investing in yoga and pilates classes, as well as on music lessons and musical instruments. For some, a large chunk of it goes towards paying off student loans. The blazing lights of show business were soon snuffed out right when she blew out the candles on her 30th birthday cake. Strapped for cash, shealso shared that her early days in Pariswere not as glamorous as one might think. I never had a proper home, and moved every year, Sharon says. I got home, switched on my laptop, andtyped outmy resignation letter.". 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 . I was at the height of my popularity around 26 to 30. I spoke to [my mum about coming back] and she said 'don't be silly! For Sharon Au, who resigned from Mediacorp in 2018 before securing a new job, it gave her a temporary place to stay. You deserve it." In Money Money Home, Sharon and actor-host Darren Lim . #autumnleaves #autumninparis # # Photo taken by @choubidu, A post shared by Sharon Au (@sharonau13) on Oct 28, 2019 at 2:20am PDT. ; the dark wood accents and warm, dim lighting calling to mind a hazy opium den. Quiet Inlet, a sweet Kayuki cocktail, is a popular choice of drug, but today, Sharon is happy sipping water. He ceaselessly searched for new stylistic modes of expression much like how Sharon has been working on the latest version of herself that she likes best. You know everything else is just noise. What do you do with your first paycheck? Advertise with us Inspections have been carried out at the ferry terminal by Indonesian authorities. And in January this year, she started Ti Yan, an online culinary academy that teaches the art of French cooking. Urgent message. We all need best friends that we can rely on. "When I drive, I don't leave things in my car. 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. After a few months in Paris, she began work as an investment director in Jolt Capital, a private equity firm. 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. 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. Speaking of his"worst investment ever",Darrenrevealed that buying a 1968 Morris Minor in his early twenties was the "biggest mistake". I understand now why I wanted to leave the fame behind. Since then, Au has treasured the "second chance" to embrace life again. Au: I studied there for six years, so I've gotten used to it, very different. In Paris, I was able to dive deep into my psyche and I got to know myself all over again. . Read this subscriber-only article for free! She followed instructions, took direction well, but had little autonomy over her actions much like a marionette. Now looking back, it was so foolish to have thought that way, she says. We become what we chase after. Thinking that an earthquake was happening, she gripped the edges of the table and asked if anyone else felt it. Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you. All rights reserved. Her death made me realise how fragile life was. As an Institution of Public Character (IPC), SHF is committed to maintaining highest standards of governance and abides by the Code of Governance for Charities and IPCs. Former Mediacorp actress and host Sharon Au shared a short message on her Instagram on October 15, musing about her "biggest regret". The precocious child, who despite a turbulent upbringing, did exceedingly well academically. But how full of light and colour are their last days. It takes courage, strength, self-awareness to break away from the comfort of familiarity, but there is light at the end of the tunnel. In Paris, I was able to dive deep into my psyche and I got to know myself all over again. About Press Copyright Contact us Creators Advertise Developers Terms Privacy Policy & Safety How YouTube works Test new features Press Copyright Contact us Creators . But for the next three years, Sharon continued grinding it out at Mediacorp. Again. 8.5K views, 123 likes, 14 loves, 8 comments, 12 shares, Facebook Watch Videos from ItsRainingRaincoats: Former Mediacorp star Sharon Au, now living in Paris, speaks of her heartfelt gratitude for our. Tell me why you depressed. Then, aformer Mediacorp chairmaninvited her out to dinner when he was in Paris for business. Wei-Sun is responsible for the origination, structuring and execution of fund investments, along with the ongoing management of portfolio companies in North America. Ms Au and Mediacorp released statements announcing her resignation back in 2018. Nonetheless, she was still invited to host at televised events and theatres. Other netizens also added that there are other options available, like adoption, or getting a surrogate mother. I like myself in Paris; no one knows me and I am free to be who I want to becreative, liberated and free from expectations, she declares. I am not. Sharon Au's apartment in Paris was broken into on April 30. And all of this began when she was only in primary school. And i, Michelin-starred restaurants in Paris and Singapore. The 45-year-old recalled the day she quit Mediacorp without having first secured a new job, in the latest episode of meWATCH talkshow Hear U Out. Why do we need to wait for tragedy to strike before we realise and make a change? Contact us 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. That's what happened to former Mediacorp actress Sharon Au who shared this in an emotional post today (May 11), addingit "took me 11 days to pen this note, without crying". . But I wished I hadn't spent so much of my salary on beautifying myself. Perhaps the trauma never goes away. She is really cool.. . She told entertainment news outlet 8 Days in an interview that year: "I was very calm when I found out. Dan Persson Chief Risk Officer. Currently, Sharon Au works as a Associate Lawyer at Investment Management Corporation of Ontario. For most of Sharons childhood, her fear of not having enough to eat manifested into a hunger to be more likable in her career. Slow down and take it all in. She said: I forgot myself ina meeting and started sharing my ideas excitedly and I got told off for it. Seems like she isn't taking it that slow just yet. Zo Evans. Sharon has 9 jobs listed on their profile. Even the slightest sound startles him now. 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. You must grab on to the connections you make and it helps to have a benefactor," Sharon said. There is another side to Sharon that sets her apart from many of her peersher sharp business acumen. It was really all on impulse.. Responsible for: - Australia & New Zealand sales & client businesses. A far cry from the Sharon who had a reputation for being a workaholic. "It takes death for them to do a change like that. Live where you fear to live. Effectively multilingual, Au established herself amongst top emcee-hosts in Mediacorp alongside Quan Yi Fong and Guo Liang. To complete the course, students will spend one week in one of the chef's kitchen,after which they receive certification should they pass. In the day, she attended school and at night, she slept in Dennys, which was open 24 hours. No judgement. So you don't know what is not performing, what is performing.And then I keep having to keep up with my performing persona.". "I just told myself, 'Okay, this is Paris'.". Coming back to Singapore proved to be a blow for Au. I drew a complete blank and had nothing to wish for. PHOTO: SHARON AU/INSTAGRAM, Shane Pow, Pornsak and Kang Chengxi were robbed in the US, Actor Desmond Tan robbed of mobile phone in Bali. find the elusive answer to that question, she packed her bags once moreonly this timeshe headed to Paris instead of Japan. I wanted to, I struggled and told myself, 'Okay, maybe this is what it takes. Her backpack and laptop were stolen, but not her cash. And now it is really too late, read her caption, which was accompanied by a couple pictures of her bonding with a friends kid. The academy offers e-courses from a number of established chefs, includingGunther Hubrechsen,Vianney Massot, and Singaporean private chef/Masterchef Asia contestantLennard Yeong. Web design by Yu Sheng & Yu Siang. But the process of getting help was not as straightforward. 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. Discomfort is the only way to achieve personal growthand Sharon has learnt to step out of her comfort zone and confront parts of herself that she never used to like. She returned to MediaCorp to serve her scholarship bond upon graduation in 2011, taking up an office executive position. The 46-year-old is working as an investment director at a private equity firm in Paris. - global marketing & communications. But I have (my pet cat) Rudon. It's a milestoneand you've worked so hard. China Equities: Yesterdays Story or More Compelling Than Ever? Before we say au revoir, though, Au will star in an upcoming Chinese play "Sages of the Bamboo Grove", at the Esplanade onJan 31 and Feb. 1, 2020. Thread starter lordofthering; Start date Oct 17, 2021; 1; 2; Next. 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. Pittsburgh, PA. Sharon Hicks. First at 13, then at 30, and again at 42. 1; 2; First Prev 2 of 2 There is another side to Sharon that sets her apart from many of her peersher sharp business acumen. Sharon Au is investment director in a private equity firm. Life is all about connections. Again. But alas, that too is coming to an end. Be notorious, echoes in my head. Sharon said that he had seen herprojects and was impressed by them. ". If you're wondering, no, "Ti Yan" is not French. 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. By clicking subscribe, I agree for my personal data to be used to send me TODAY newsletters, promotional offers and for research and analysis. But I feel that it's one of the most important things that should be planned for," Darren said. I was not a very nice person to my friends, she confesses wistfully. [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. The more she dived into her work, the less time she had for herselfto a point where she suffered yet another identity crisis. A far cry from the Sharon who had a reputation for being a workaholic. You must grab on to the connections you make and it helps to have a benefactor," she said at that time.
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