Insta-buzz: What the stars were up to this week

What the stars got up to this week

Wake me up when September ends: Green Day’s hit song will probably blare on the radios for the next few days as we inch closer to a brand new month – October, and start the year-end countdown (PSA: You’ve got three more months to work on those unfulfilled New Year resolutions of yours). In this week’s Insta-buzz updates, we have a torrent of celebrity baby updates from parents and parents-to-be: Jamie Yeo welcomes a new man into her life, Vivian Hsu plays tourist for a day in Singapore with her son and husband; local actors Charlie Goh and Tracy Lee also tied the knot over the weekend.

Read on for more!

Shane Pow opens up about his rebellious past

We’ll kick off this week’s Insta-buzz updates with something inspirational from Shane Pow, who shared about how he got to know Mark gor (his “childhood idol”) 16 years ago when he was a “very naughty” 11-year-old. According to Shane, he was “always getting into all sorts of trouble in school and with the law” and was eventually sent to CareCorner Woodlands as his mum didn’t know what to do with him and had no time to take care of him due to her 14-hour work days. During his time at CareCorner, he met Mark, who was there to share stories and inspire kids to “never stop working hard” in life.

Mark’s words (and the teachers at CareCorner) clearly had a positive effect on Shane!

Photo: Shane Pow/Instagram

Good job, Jolinda!

Jay Chou team mates Olinda Cho and Joanna Dong went up against each other on Friday's show which saw Joanna progressing to the next stage in Sing! China. Regardless of the results and outcome, we're so proud of you girls. Singapore represent!

Photos: Olinda Cho/Instagram, Joanna Dong/Instagram

Congratulations, Tracy Lee!

Former Mediacorp artiste Tracy made a trip down the aisle yesterday (Sep 30) and her Peace & Prosperity onscreen mum Xiang Yun was absolutely elated. "It sure feels like I'm marrying off one of my daughters," she mused.

Our heartiest congratulations, Tracy! To a lifetime of happiness and joy.

Photos: Xiang Yun/Instagram, Hong Hui Fang/Instagram

Tracy Lee and her husband Ben

Here are a few more shots of the lovely couple. We hear that former President Tony Tan and his wife were also present at the wedding ceremony. Wow!

Photos: Randall Lee/Instagram

Familiar faces spotted at Tracy Lee's wedding

Local stars, fall in! Just a bunch of familiar faces sighted at the wedding banquet yesterday (Sep 30) night -- Andie Chen and Kate Pang, Mei Xin, Ya Hui, and Sora Ma, to name a few.

Photo: Hong Hui Fang/Instagram

Charlie Goh ties the knot

The Channel 5 Tanglin actor is now a married man. We had a sneak peek of the gatecrash happenings on Saturday morning (Sep 30) thanks to fellow Ah Boy co-star Joshua Tan's social media updates. Here's wishing Charlie and Pearlene, a lifetime of happiness!

Photos: Joshua Tan/Instagram

It’s the last lap for Janet Hsieh and George Young!

With a baby whose due date is October 4, Janet and George are less than a week away from cradling their newborn in their arms. While waiting for their little one’s arrival, George tries to squeeze in as much practice with their baby wearing device with the help of a furry teddy bear and the end-result is hilarious, to say the least.

Photos: Janet Hsieh/Instagram

My oh my! Myolie Wu's looking damn fine

After Janet pops, all eyes will be on the little one in Myolie's tummy. During a recent vacation to Australia with her showbiz girlfriends, Myolie took the opportunity to flaunt her pregnancy curves in a two-piece bikini. Doesn't she look smashing?! In other non-related news, Myolie now has an official (and verified) Facebook account - meanwhile Jay Chou is still trying to get 'verified' on Instagram...

Photos: Myolie Wu/Instagram

Hello Lucy and Max!

We have a feeling that Sonia Sui’s kids Lucy and Max will get along just fine, except for maybe, uh, fighting over who gets first dibs on the toddler sofa at home.

Photos: Sonia Sui/Facebook

Hell hath no fury like a little lady scorned

One minute Kate Pang’s daughter is all Little Miss Sunshine, the next minute she’s a wailing nightmare. Luckily, instead of getting frustrated, Kate found her daughter’s Hyde and Jekyll moment funny enough to document it and share it with the internet. Thanks for the laughs, Kate.

Photos: Kate Pang/Instagram

The view’s a little different in Jamie Yeo’s home

Can you feel the love from little Luke's moment with his dad? Also, can we just gush about how long and luscious little Luke’s eyelashes are? We even spot a little curl in ‘em!

Photo: Jamie Yeo/Instagram

Another family picture of Alfred and Kewei's little family

In case you missed it: Alfred and Kewei's little boy was born on Wednesday (Sep 27) this week and shares the same birthday as their idol, Andy Lau. This is (we believe) the start of many more family photos to come.

Photo: Alfred Sim/Instagram

Fann Wong’s son is becoming more impish

Zed Zed learned how to sing a funny Chinese song in school and was ready to demonstrate it for his folks at home, much to the amusement of his mama Fann. And boy has he grown very quickly. The toddler’s big enough to help his mum with the household chores at home now.

Photos: Fann Wong/Instagram

Azalea takes a dip in the pool with her papa and mama

It has been a rainy week, but the Angs managed to find a cloudy, rain-free day to take a quick dip in the pool with their little girl.

Photos: Candyce Toh/Instagram

Vivian Hsu goes sightseeing in Singapore with her son and husband

The view’s different from the upper deck, according to Vivian Hsu, who took her son on a sightseeing tour of our city on the hippo bus. The mum was enthralled by the different sights she saw while Dalton, her 2-year-old, was fascinated by the constructions vehicles he saw on the road. Aww, we’re Singaporeans and we haven’t been on this bus tour – maybe it’s time we went.

Photos: Vivian Hsu/Instagram

David Beckham personally trains Harper Seven on the field

Father and daughter bonding time for David and Harper on the green field. You gotta start ‘em young.

Photos: David Beckham/Instagram

Parenthood tips from Joanne Peh

We’re given a few more side and back-profile shots of Joanne’s kids as the mother-of-two shares about her parenting experience and tips for fellow mummies.

Photos: Joanne Peh/Instagram

Baby Qi is mummy's little kitchen helper

Look who got to learn about salted eggs and help mummy make some really yummy-looking mooncakes this year? It's always good to get kids involved in the chores at home, right?

Photos: Joanne Peh/Instagram

Shaun Chen and his wife take a short getaway sans the kids

To celebrate their anniversary, Shaun and his wife scooted off to Bangkok for a quick getaway as a well-deserved treat and break. We totally approve – it’s good to keep the romance alive in a marriage and a good way to recharge themselves for the endless nightly feeds and diaper changes ahead.

Photos: Shaun Chen/Instagram, Celine Chin/Instagram

Who else wants to gatecrash this gathering?

The lovely ladies from left to right: Aileen Tan, Joey Swee, Catherine (Mark Lee’s wife), Pan Ling Ling, Cherie Lim and Phyllis Quek. Can you spot the odd one out amongst them?

(Answer: It’s Mark’s wife, Catherine, who, unlike the rest of the ladies, used to be a flight attendant)

Photo: Joey Swee/Instagram

Christopher Lee, Fann Wong celebrate their wedding anniversary

We'll never forget when Fann Wong and Christopher Lee tied the knot on September 29 in a super grand bash at Shangri-La Hotel a good eight years ago. Here's wishing the lovebirds a happy wedding anniversary! PS: Guess who played 'light bulb' during their anniversary date? It's none other than their son, Zed!

Photos: Fann Wong/Instagram

Becks turns 31

Rebecca Lim celebrated her 31st birthday with plenty of gatherings with her Missing co-stars, showbiz BFFs Ian Fang and Romeo Tan, and family members. Happy birthday, Becks! To many more wonderful years ahead and may all your wishes come true.

Photos: Rebecca Lim/Instagram

Yvonne Lim goes local on her birthday

Gotta love a girl who adores her kaya toast and kopi as much as Yvonne, who opted to dine at the Taipei outlet of Toast Box because she missed home. Aww, someone please FedEx Yvonne some curry, laksa and chicken rice! Apart from Becks and Yvonne, Class 95 DJ Jean Danker also turned a year older and celebrated her hatch day with her husband Glenn Ong.

Happy birthday, Ladies!

Photos: Yvonne Lim/Instagram, Jean Danker/Instagram

Carrie Wong in fangirl mode for Jay Chou

After filming for My Friends from Afar wrapped last week, Carrie quickly booked herself a getaway to Taiwan and managed to squeeze time out to watch her idol Jay Chou in action. Guess we know who we’ll see at Jay’s encore concert in Singapore next year.

Photos: Carrie Wong/Instagram

The Chens are off on a vacay

Guess mama Chen (aka Xiang Yun) is too busy filming Channel 8 drama series Life Less Ordinary, which debuts on Channel 8 tomorrow, to join them on this trip. Have a good time in Japan you three!

Photo: Chen Yixi/Instagram

Eleanor Chen dyes her hair for the very first time

According to Eleanor, this is her very first time dying her hair and we think this shade of walnut blonde looks absolutely lovely on her – especially in the light. #Hairgoals

Photos: Eleanor Lee/Instagram

Shu Qi does funny faces with a Shiba Inu

If this were an emoji battle, we’d be tough to pick a winner… Shu Qi or the Shiba Inu?

We can’t decide…

Photos: Shu Qi/Instagram

Who wore it better: Paris Fashion Week meets Singapore Ah Lian

Guess who Sharon Au bumped into at the Paris Fashion Week Dior show? In case you’re wondering what Michelle Chong is doing in the picture, she, um, wants to be a part of the fashion face-off too – with her outstanding yellow Phua Chu Kang-esque boots. Ok lor, you win, Michelle.

Photos: Michelle Chong/Instagram, Sharon Au/Instagram

Sheila Sim shows off her new love nest

Keys collected, house all done up! Registration of marriage next?

Photos: Sheila Sim/Instagram

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Daddy's watching...

Father and son may not share any scenes together in upcoming Channel 8 drama A Million Dollar Dream, but guess who stayed behind to watch (or should the word be ‘monitor’?) his son’s acting performance with co-star Chen Hanwei? Dad’s looking out for his son, although he doesn’t want to admit it.

Photo: Zhu Hou Ren/Instagram

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Sneak peeks of Toggle web series 'Die Die Must Serve'

Men in green! Apparently, Ben Yeo (see left picture) calls it his 'chiong sua' (gung-ho) face. We are still trying to get used to that mustache. 

Photos: Ben Yeo/Instagram, Shane Pow/Instagram