[] Because all my life I've been strong enough to overcome any adversities, so like, this shouldn't be any different. Now looking back, it was so foolish to have thought that way, she says. And in January this year, she started Ti Yan, an online culinary academy that teaches the art of French cooking. Sharon Au is re-evaluating her life in Paris after her apartment was robbed on April 30, . Or at least attempted to, in the heat of uncontrollable rage. And if you deny medical help, it can get to that stage.". I fell in love with the country and knew I had to come back today. That was what led to her decision to "dramatically" resign from Mediacorp in 2018. I actually tore down everything and spent a lot of money to refurbish the whole car. When she entered the media industry at 19, Sharon drifted apart from her best friend. "Then you become too much of a performer you never know when to stop performing. Straight lines would now break away to form wavy curves, painted with flowing brush strokes in a riot of bright colours. Her reason: She didnt want to be an asymptomatic carrier bringing the virus back to the Lion City. But when former local celebrity Sharon Au shared her ideas passionately at work, she was"scolded for it". She played host for President Star Charity show in 2012. Destroy your reputation. The actress did not speak much about the meeting, including its purpose or who attended, but the last positions she held before her departure were publisher for Elle Singapore and the lead of styleXstyle.com. It was the most powerful earthquake ever recorded in Japan, and the fourth most powerful in modern history. Mums cool response? Former Mediacorp actress and host Sharon Au shared a short message on her Instagram on October 15, musing about her "biggest regret". 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. And, for once, Sharon has seen the light. 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. 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. 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. If you like what you read, follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and Telegram to get the latest updates. I went back to my childhood and saw baby Sharon. In an interview with AsiaOne on Monday (Nov 22) for her upcoming meWATCH series Money Money Home, the 46-year-old recounted how she crashed at her friend's place while job hunting in Paris. In the World War ah?". We're encouraged to speak up, beinnovative, and suggest fresh and creative ideas. A far cry from the Sharon who had a reputation for being a workaholic. 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. 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:. And in January this year, she started Ti Yan, an online culinary academy that teaches the art of French cooking. The couple created a joint bank account and matched their monthly savings dollar-by-dollar, which freed Darren from his debts. However, she had been accused of mimicking an Indian accent during the SEA Games opening ceremony. I am a people person with many years of experience in the financial world. He was so shocked to know that because to him, I was someone very capable and talented, and someone he admired.". 1; 2; First Prev 2 of 2 Get updates about the best spam fries and other delicious things in life not spam. In October 2018, she found an overseas job as an investment director in a private equity firm based in Paris, France. Picture: Instagram. Even the slightest sound startles him now. - global marketing & communications. The. Head of Technology. But her dream life there was rudely interrupted by the burglary on April 30,. It takes courage, strength, self-awareness to break away from the comfort of familiarity, but there is light at the end of the tunnel. And it also didn't help that Au couldn't come to terms with the fact that she was depressed. Wow, really the world has changed.'". Pittsburgh, PA. Sharon Hicks. But now, through acting, the anguish can be released rather than hidden. echoes in my head. 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. The painting is dominated by a wooden spiral staircase and depicts two figures in a dark room. Her death made me realise how fragile life was. In 2005, Au left her popularity behind to attenduniversity in Tokyo for aLiberal Arts degree. True to her roots, she recognises the importance of having a safe space for women to retreat to, and empathises with them. From a cabaret girl in the 1998 stage musical, to a bubbly radio presenter in the sitcom. I identify with the woman at the fireplace. You must grab on to the connections you make and it helps to have a benefactor, said Ms Au. In Paris, I was able to dive deep into my psyche and I got to know myself all over again. For Sharon Au, who resigned from Mediacorp in 2018 before securing a new job, it gave her a temporary place to stay. Aiyo, why so depressed? Straight lines would now break away to form wavy curves, painted with flowing brush strokes in a riot of bright colours. 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. 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 didnt want to leave baby Sharon, but I kept telling her that everything would be okay. Inspections have been carried out at the ferry terminal by Indonesian authorities. I wished I had at least saved more, or at least invested.". #catchmeifyoucan #bonjour #Paris #, A post shared by Sharon Au (@sharonau13) on Apr 1, 2018 at 1:32am PDT. Someone asked me if i was ill and dying. 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. . For Sharon Au, who resigned from Mediacorp in 2018before securing a new job, it gave her a temporary place to stay. I have nothing now. Reflecting on the financial mistakes in her "young starlet days" in the television business, Sharon said: "I was so overwhelmed with the joy of being famous and earning money, so I bought a lot ofmaterial goods.". There is another side to Sharon that sets her apart from many of her peersher sharp business acumen. That means I put in another $3 of my own [money]. Director, AMP Capital Investors Ltd. Director, AMP Capital Funds Management Ltd. [13] Intending to take a year of sabbatical, she instead applied for a job at a private equity firm after spending two months in Paris, France. But since her Japan and Paris escapades, she is recognising the importance of writing her own narrative. I lost my friends as I was too arrogant, or perhaps too busy to care., Almost everyone remembers Sharon as the vivacious host of. Russell is an experienced company director who has worked at very senior levels of both government and private sectors. At some pointin our adolescence, some of us may have run away from home before. 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. But Sharon doesnt like Picasso. Whatever your choice, we're cheering for you!. Sowhen we caught up with host Sharon Au on Monday (Nov 22) for her newmeWATCH series Money Money Home, we had to ask: What should young people do with their first salary? [8], In 2012, she started and led styleXstyle.com (a property of MediaCorp Pte Ltd), focusing fashion, beauty and lifestyle. "All these are just part and parcel of having a beautiful experience living in Paris.". 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. 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. Six years ago to be precise, onboard flight SQ334 from Singapore to Paris, where I had the privilege to serve her. The erstwhile TV host is not only garrulous but also adept at the art of storytelling. 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. They took everything I love. There is another side to Sharon that sets her apart from many of her peersher sharp business acumen. 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. "I forgot myself ina meeting and started sharing my ideas excitedly and I got told off for it. Even though Ti Yan is based in Singapore, Au will be running it from Paris. Au: Maybe I just came back from Japan, not used to it, haven't adjusted. View Sharon Starick's profile on LinkedIn, the world's largest professional community. Ms Au and Mediacorp released statements announcing her resignation back in 2018. [11], On 4 January 2018, it was announced that her last day of service in Mediacorp would be on 1 February 2018. Instead, my landlord was a lot more upset and she was very apologetic about it. We were supposed to go back to work after the meeting but I dont know why, I just walked away and couldnt stop, and I ended up going home and crying on the way back. Unless you are the anti-virus, don't come back and disturb me, she chuckles. Upgraded but still having issues? "And when I feel good and rejuvenated, I know I'll be ready for tomorrow.". I began to like myself more when I didnt have to please people.. About - global client services. I believe education and improving oneself is a lifelong commitment. "People might feel it's okay, that can come another day. But what about allocating a portion of your income towards upgrading yourself? As I watch her float out of the door with a Gallic flair, a couple from the next table gapes with admiration. This was after four consecutive years, from 2000 to 2003, of winningBest Variety Show Host at the Star Awards. Singapore has seen over 50 years of major road projects, from the PIE to the North-South Corridor. 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. She added: While we were eating, he asked me how work was, and I told him I didnt have a job and couldnt find one. 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. It is pointless to keep anger.. What do you do with your first paycheck? I was not a very nice person to my friends, she confesses wistfully. Sharon Au ( simplified Chinese: ; traditional Chinese: ; pinyin: u Jngxin; born 13 August 1975 [1]) is a Singaporean former actress and host. 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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. The 46-year-old is working as an investment director at a private equity firm in Paris. The next day I told him it's not possible, he told me I had 8 hrs. Sharon Au (simplified Chinese: ; traditional Chinese: ; pinyin: u Jngxin; born 13 August 1975[1]) is a Singaporean former actress and host. Even the slightest sound startles him. Then, aformer Mediacorp chairmaninvited her out to dinner when he was in Paris for business. So I didn't go for that treatment.". Sharon said: "When I was job hunting, I didn't even want to spend on rent. Au: I studied there for six years, so I've gotten used to it, very different. People were convinced that she had a terminal illness of some sort, hence the drop-everything-and-move-to-Paris decision. As long as [you] havent reach menopause, its still possible (sic), one netizen wrote. Sharon said that he had seen herprojects and was impressed by them. By submitting this form, I agree to these terms and conditions. I kept asking myself: Who is really Sharon Au? she admits. Running away has always been Sharons source of comfort, a constant theme in her life that she has grown to be familiar with. Even today if you asked me, I really felt the earthquake. No, no, no. Coming back to Singapore proved to be a blow for Au. [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. According to Ms Au, the chairman had seen her work and was impressed by her. The total number of cases in Singapore stands at 57,915. 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".