Stage Name:
Sun Ho (English), He Yao Sun (Chinese)
Passport Name:
Yeow-Sun Ho
Citizenship:
Singapore
Birth Date:
June 2
Occupation/Profession:
International Recording Artiste

Recording Companies:

JH Management – USA
(April 1, 2004 to now)

Warner Music – Taiwan
(May 1, 2006 to now)

Universal Music – Taiwan
(October 1, 2003 to April 30, 2006)

Rafelson Music Company – USA
(December 1, 2003 to March 31, 2004)

Decca-Linfair Records – Taiwan
(September 30, 2001 to September 30, 2003)

Regional Distribution Companies:

Warner Music – Taiwan
(May 1, 2006 to now)

Warner Music – Singapore
(May 1, 2006 to now)

Universal Music - Singapore
(September 30, 2001 to April 30, 2006)

Universal Music – Taiwan
(October 1, 2003 to April 30, 2006)

Universal Music - Indonesia
(November 1, 2003 to now)

Universal Music - Malaysia
(October 1, 2003 to now)

21 East Entertainment in China
(October 1, 2003 to now)

Gold Label – Hong Kong
(March 1, 2003 to now)

Management Agencies:

Tas Steiner Public Relations – USA
(December 1, 2003 to now)

Xtron Productions Private Limited – Singapore

Age of Stone Productions Company Limited – Taiwan

Tonos Entertainment, Inc. – USA
(October 1, 2003 to November 30, 2003)

Website:
http://www.sunmusic-us.com

Latest Achievements:

May 17, 2008: Sun was invited to perform ‘live’ at Europe’s biggest AIDS-charity event, the 16th Life Ball, held at Vienna City Hall. Other performers on the same night were legendary Blondie singer Debbie Harry and Jody Watley. The event was attended by celebrities in the likes of Sharon Stone, Linda Evangelista, Kim Cattrall, Rose McGowan and numerous international famous personalities, all supporting the Life Ball in its fight against HIV/AIDS.

Feburary 29, 2008: Sun became the first singer to perform the Mandarin rendition of the 100-year old Olympic Hymn during the officiating ceremony of “Olympic Philately & Cultural Tour” launched by the Beijing Olympics.

November 1, 2007: Sun became the first Asian pop singer to be invited to attend 2007 MTV Europe Music Awards. She was also asked to perform with Wyclef Jean at the SonyBMG Europe Music Awards After Party.

May 4, 2007: Sun reached Number One on the Taiwan KISS Radio Chart for the 4th time.

April 29, 2007: Sun reached Number One on the Singapore Yes933 Radio Chart for the 2nd time.

April 27, 2007: Sun reached Number One on the Singapore UFM1003 Radio Chart.

April 20, 2007: Sun reached Number One on the Taiwan G-Music Mandarin Chart for the 5th time.

April 20, 2007: Sun reached Number One on the Global Chinese Music Chart.

April 15, 2007: Sun reached Number One on the Singapore Yes933 Radio Chart.

April 14, 2007: Sun reached Number One on the Taiwan MTV Chinese Chart for the 2nd time.

April 6, 2007: Sun reached Number One on the Taiwan G-Music Combo Chart for the 4th time.

March 23, 2007: Sun reached Number One on the Taiwan HitFM Radio Chart for 2 consecutive weeks.

March 21, 2007: Sun reached Number One on the Taiwan UFO Radio Chart.

March 17, 2007: Sun reached Number One on the Taiwan ICRT FM100 Radio Chart and Taiwan MTV Chinese Chart.

March 16, 2007: Sun reached Number One on the Taiwan Five Music Chart for 2 consecutive weeks.

March 16, 2007: Sun reached Number One on the Taiwan HitFM Radio Chart and Taiwan KISS Radio Chart.

March 9, 2007: Sun reached Number One on the Taiwan G-Music Mandarin Chart, Taiwan G-Music Combo Chart and Taiwan Five Music Chart.

November 4, 2006: Sun reached Number One on the American Billboard Dance Chart.

October 28, 2006: Sun reached Number One on the Spanish FM107.0 Pop Music Chart for 2 consecutive weeks.

October 21, 2006: Sun became the first Asian Pop Singer to reach Number One on the Spanish FM107.0 Pop Music Chart.

September 16, 2006: Sun became the first Asian Pop Singer to reach Number One on the DMC UK House Chart and DMC UK World Commercial Chart.

August 6, 2006: Sun reached Number One on the Singapore UFM1003 Radio Chart.

July 29, 2006: Sun reached Number One on the Taiwan ICRT FM100 Radio Chart for the 5th time.

July 28, 2006: Sun reached Number One on the Taiwan UFO Radio Chart for 5 consecutive weeks.

July 21, 2006: Sun reached Number One on the Taiwan Five Music Chart for the 4th time.

July 21, 2006: Sun reached Number One on the Taiwan G-Music Mandarin Chart and Taiwan G-Music Combo Chart for the 3rd time.

July 7, 2006: Sun reached Number One on the Taiwan HitFM Radio Chart for 2 consecutive weeks.

July 2, 2006: Sun reached Number One on the Singapore Yes933 Radio Chart for 2 consecutive weeks.

July 1, 2006: Sun reached Number One on the Taiwan MTV Chinese Chart.

June 30, 2006: Sun reached Number One on the Taiwan KISS Radio Chart, Taiwan HitFM Radio Chart and Taiwan UFO Radio Chart.

June 23, 2006: Sun reached Number One on the Taiwan G-Music Combo Chart, Taiwan G-Music Mandarin Chart, Taiwan Five Music Chart and Taiwan ICRT FM100 Radio Chart.

November 26, 2005: Sun became the first Asian pop singer to reach Number One on the UK MusicWeek Commercial Pop Chart.

June 11, 2005: Sun reached Number One on the UK MusicWeek Club Chart.

June 8, 2005: Sun became the first Asian pop singer to reach Number One on the UK DMC Club Chart.

January 15, 2005: Sun reached Number One on the American Billboard Dance Chart.

July 3, 2004: Sun became the first Asian pop singer to reach Number One on the American Billboard Dance Chart.

June 12, 2004: Sun became the first Asian pop singer to reach Number One on the UK MusicWeek Club Chart.

March 9, 2004: Sun became the first Asian pop singer to be invited and asked to present at the American Dance Music Awards 2004.

February 8, 2004: Sun was invited to the 46th Annual Grammy Awards 2004. Sun became the first Asian pop singer to be officially invited to a Grammy event.

December 22, 2003: Sun became the first Asian pop singer to reach Number One on the American Billboard’s Hot Dance Club Play “Breakout” Chart.

November 16, 2003: The song “Holding On” from Sun’s third Chinese album reached Number One position on Taiwan UFO Music Chart.

October 19, 2003: Sun was invited to perform at the Hollywood Film Festival 2003. She became the first Asian pop singer to be invited to a HFF event.

January 11, 2003: Sun’s second Chinese album “Sun*Day” reached Double Plantinum status.

December 29, 2002: The song “Miss Catastrophe” from Sun’s second Chinese album reached Number One position on Taiwan UFO Music Chart.

December 26, 2002: Sun’s second Chinese album “Sun*Day” reached Number One in sales position on the Recording Industry Association of Singapore (RIAS) Chart.

June 2002: Sun’s first Chinese album “Sun With Love” reached Double Platinum status.

 

Published Works:

ALBUMS

"Embrace"
Chinese Album and Music Videos
(March 2007)

"Gain"
Chinese Album and Music Videos
(June 2006)

"Lonely Travel"
Chinese Album and Music Videos
(October 2003)

"Sun*day"
Chinese Album and Music Videos
(December 2002)

"Sun With Love"
Chinese Album and Music Videos
(June 2002)

SINGLES

"Isn't It Amazing" featured in Songs Of Hope & Inspiration:
Olivia & Friends
Charity CD Compilation
(April 2008)

"Eternal Blossom" featured in Hope Charity CD Compilation
(March 2008)

"We Are Together": 2007 Special Olympics World
Summer Games Theme Song
(October 2007)

"One More Moment" featured in Cancer Warriors Charity CD Compilation
(September 2006)

"Gone" US Single and Remixes
(August 2006)

"Ends Of The Earth" US Single and Remixes
(October 2005)


"One Brick One Tile" featured in Hands United Charity CD Compilation
(August 2005)

"Without Love" US Single and Remixes
(October 2004)


"Reach Out with Love": 2004's President's Star Charity Theme Song
(September 2004)


"One With You" US Single and Remixes
(March 2004)


"Where Did Love Go" US Single and Remixes
(December 2003)


"Starting Point": Theme Song of Singapore Docu-drama Series
(November 2002)

Career Milestones:


Jan 2008 – Sun’s “Embrace” Album was ranked Number Three by Taiwan’s official record sales chart for the “Overall Best Selling Album 2007”.

Jan 2008 – Sun’s main ballad “Spring Smile” was ranked the Number Eight “Most Popular Song of the year 2007” by Singapore premiere radio station FM933.

Apr 2007 – Two of the radio stations in Singapore, FM933 and UFM1003 ranked one of her hit songs, “Spring Smile ” as Number One in their ratings for 2 weeks and 1 week respectively.

Apr 22, 2007 – The main ballad “Spring Smile” reached Number One position on the Global Chinese Music Chart.

Mar 18 & Apr 15, 2007 – Two of her songs, “Embrace” and “Be Your Princess” also reached Number One position on Taiwan MTV Chinese Chart.

Mar 18 & Mar 25, 2007 – Two of her songs from “Embrace” album reached Number One position for 2 consecutive weeks on Taiwan HitFM Radio Chart.

Mar 18 & Mar 25, 2007 – The main ballad “Spring Smile” also reached Number One position on Taiwan ICRT FM100 Radio Chart and Taiwan UFO Chart respectively.

Mar 18 to Apr 8, 2007 – Three of Sun’s songs from “Embrace” album were ranked as Number One in their ratings on Taiwan KISS Radio Chart.

Mar 11 & Mar 18, 2007 – “Embrace” album also reached Number One in sales position for 2 consecutive weeks in another sales chart, Taiwan Five Music Chart.

Mar 11 to Apr 22, 2007 – “Embrace” album reached Number One in sales position for 5 weeks in Taiwan. This was reported in the Taiwan official record sales “Fengyun Chart” for the Mandarin album category. It was Number One for 4 weeks on the International album category as well.

Jan 2007 – Sun’s “Gain” Album was ranked Number Five by Taiwan’s official record sales chart for the “Overall Best Selling Album 2006”.

Nov 4, 2006 – Sun reached Number One on the Taiwan G-Music Mandarin Chart, Taiwan G-Music Combo Chart and Taiwan Five Music Chart.

Oct 21 & Oct 28, 2006 – Sun's fifth US single "Gone" reached Number One position for two consecutive weeks on Spanish FM107.0 Pop Music Chart.

Sep 30, 2006 – Sun's fifth US single "Gone" reached Number Nine position on DMC World Monthly Chart and DMC UK Monthly Chart.

Sep 23, 2006 – Sun's fifth US single "Gone" reached Number Two position on the MusicWeek Commercial Pop Chart and Number Three on the MusicWeek Club Chart.

Sep 16, 2006 – Sun's fifth US single "Gone" reached Number One position on DMC UK House Chart and DMC UK World Commercial Chart.

Sep 16, 2006 – Sun's fifth US single "Gone" reached Number Two on DMC UK Club Chart, Number Three on DMC World Chart and DMC World House Chart.

Sep 16, 2006 – Sun's fifth US single "Gone" reached <span class="style7">Number Four</span> on DMC Test Chart and DMC UK Chart and Number Five on DMC Mainstream Number Two Chart.

Aug 6, 2006 – The main ballad "Across The Ocean" reached Number One position on FM1003 radio chart in Singapore.

Jun 25 & Jul 2, 2006 – The main ballad "Across The Ocean" reached Number One position for 2 consecutive weeks on FM933 radio chart in Singapore.

Jul 1, 2006 – "Gain" album reached Number One position on MTV Asia Chinese Chart.

Jun 30, 2006 – On the week ending June 30, 2006, the two most popular radio stations in Taiwan "UFO and HitFM" ranked the main ballad "Across The Ocean" as Number One in their ratings. The song also reached Number One on KISS radio station.

Jun 23 & Jun 30, 2006 – "Gain" album reached Number One in sales position for 2 consecutive weeks in another sales chart, Taiwan Five Music Chart.

Jun 23, Jul 7 & Jul 21, 2006 – "Gain" album reached Number One in sales position in Taiwan. This was reported in the Taiwan official record sales "Fengyun Chart" for both the Mandarin album and International album categories.

Dec 5, 2005 – Sun’s fourth US single "Ends Of The Earth" reached Number Two position on DDK Crossover Top 50 Dance Chart.

Dec 3, 2005 – Sun’s fourth US single "Ends Of The Earth" reached Number Two position on the American Billboard Dance Chart.

Dec 2005 – Sun’s third US single "Without Love" reached Number 15 position among the top 100 Best Songs of 2005 on the DJ Best of Club Chart 2005.

Nov 26, 2005 – Sun’s fourth US single "Ends Of The Earth" reached Number One position on the UK MusicWeek Commercial Pop Chart.

Nov 26, 2005 – Sun’s fourth US single "Ends Of The Earth" reached Number Two position on the UK MusicWeek Club Chart.

Nov 23, 2005 – Sun’s fourth US single "Ends Of The Earth" reached Number Two position on both the UK DMC Club Chart and Mainstream Chart.

Nov 16, 2005 – Sun’s fourth US single "Ends Of The Earth" reached Number Seven position on the DMC World UK Club Chart.

Nov 16, 2005 – Sun’s fourth US single "Ends Of The Earth" reached Number Eight position on the DMC World UK Chart, DMC World House Chart and DMC World Chart.

Nov 15, 2005 – Sun’s fourth US single "Ends Of The Earth" reached Number Two position on the UK DJ times National Club Charts.

Oct 8, 2005 – Sun’s fourth US single "Ends Of The Earth" reached Number 16 position on the American Billboard Dance Radio Airplay Chart.

Jun 11, 2005 – Sun's third US single, "Without Love" reached Number Two position on the UK MusicWeek Commercial Pop Chart.

Jun 11, 2005 – Sun's third US single, "Without Love" reached Number One position on the UK MusicWeek Club Chart.

Jun 8, 2005 – Sun's third US single, "Without Love" reached Number One position on the UK DMC Club Chart.

Apr 5, 2005 – Sun's third US single, "Without Love" reached Number Nine position on the UK DJ Times National Club Charts.

Jan 15, 2005 – Sun's third single, "Without Love" reached Number One position on the American Billboard Hot Dance Club Play Chart.

Dec 29, 2004 – The song, "We're On The Way" ranked 6th Best Song of 2004 on the FM933 Chart.

Sep 11, 2004 – Sun's second US single "One With You" reached Number 17 position on the American Billboard Dance Radio Airplay Chart.

Jul 3, 2004 – Sun's second US single "One With You" reached Number One position on the American Billboard Hot Dance Club Play Chart.

Jun 12, 2004 – Sun's second US single "One With You" reached Number One position on the UK MusicWeek Club Chart.

Mar 13, 2004 – Sun's first US single "Where Did Love Go" reached Number 13 on American Billboard Hot Dance Club Play Chart.

Mar 9, 2004 – First Asian singer to be officially invited to be a presenter at the American Dance Music Awards 2004.

Feb 8, 2004 – First Asian singer to be officially invited to the 46th Grammy Awards as a guest of Mr. Brian O'Neil, a governor of the Recording Academy.

Jan 4, 2004 – Sun's Chinese album "Lonely Travel" reached Number One on the Asia Pacific Music Chart in China.

Dec 22, 2003 – Sun's first US single "Where Did Love Go" named No.1 Breakout Song on American Billboard's Hot Dance Club Play Chart, beating songs by Madonna, Nelly Furtado, Kelly Clarkson and Martin Solveig.

Dec 14, 2003 – Sun's third Chinese album "Lonely Travel" named Overall Best-Seller on the G-Music Combined Chart for the month of November.

Dec 14, 2003 – Sun's third Chinese album "Lonely Travel" named Overall Best-Seller on the G-Music Chinese Chart for the month of November.

Dec7, 2003 – Sun's main ballad in her third Chinese album "Lonely Travel" reached Number One position on the Singapore UFM 1003 Radio Chart.

Nov 30, 2003 – Sun's main ballad in her third Chinese album "Lonely Travel" reached Number One position on the Singapore FM933 Radio Chart.

Nov 16, 2003 – The song "Holding On" from Sun's third Chinese album reached Number One position on the Taiwan UFO Chart.

Nov 16, 2003 – Sun's third Chinese album "Lonely Travel" reached Number One in sales position on the Recording Industry Association of Singapore (RIAS) Chart.

Nov 8, 2003 – Sun's main ballad in her third Chinese album "Lonely Travel" reached Number One position on the MTV Asia Chinese Chart.

Nov 2, 2003 – Sun's main ballad in her third Chinese album "Lonely Travel" reached Number One position on the Taiwan UFO Chart.

Nov 2, 2003 – Sun's third Chinese album "Lonely Travel" named Overall Best-Seller on the G-Music Combined Chart for the month of October.

Nov 2, 2003 – Sun's third Chinese album "Lonely Travel" named Overall Best-Seller on the G-Music Chinese Chart for the month of October.

Oct 26, 2003 – Sun's third Chinese album "Lonely Travel" reached Number One in sales position on the G-Music Combined Chart.

Oct 26, 2003 – Sun's third Chinese album "Lonely Travel" reached Number One in sales position on the G-Music Chinese Chart.

Oct 19, 2003 – First-ever appearance at Hollywood Film Festival as a guest of famed producer David Foster.

Jan 11, 2003 – Sun's second Chinese album "Sun*day" reached Double Platinum status.

Dec 29, 2002 – The song "Miss Catastrophe" from Sun's second Chinese album reached Number One position on the Taiwan UFO Chart.

Dec 26, 2002 – Sun's second Chinese album "Sun*day" reached Number One in sales position on the Recording Industry Association of Singapore (RIAS) Chart.

Jun 2002 – Sun's first Chinese album "Sun With Love" reached Double Platinum status.

2002 to present – Recording Artiste

1992 to 1996 – Music Director

1989 to 1991 – Social Worker

Live Concerts:

"Embrace 2007" Concert

From April 2007 to July 2007, Sun performed in 4 concerts throughout Asia to a total audience of more than 13,000.

"Gain 2006" Concert

On July 16, 2006, Sun performed in a
1-night concert held at the National Taipei University Stadium to an audience of close to 10,000 people.

KTU "Beatstock" Concert

On August 21, 2005, Sun opened the second day of the sold-out dance festival, Beatstock, organized by KTU, the top radio station in New York, with a listener-ship of over two million. Sun was the only Asian artiste invited to perform at this event which saw over 18,000 people partied over a two-day period.

"Lonely Travel 2003/2004" Concert

From October 2003 to May 2004, Sun has performed in 80 concerts throughout Asia to a total audience of more than 280,002.

"Sun With Love 2002" Concert

Sun performed 30 concerts in Asia from April 2002 to December 2002 to a total audience of 118,000. At the 2-night "Sun With Love" concert in the Singapore Indoor Stadium, more than 21,000 fans came, making it the largest concert in Singapore that year.

Key Awards:

Hong Kong Metro Music Awards 2007

On August 4, 2007, Sun’s exceptional advancement in her music endeavors was recognized with the “Outstanding Chinese Music Performance Award 2007” at FM 99.7 Hong Kong Metro Showbiz Awards Ceremony. Her main ballad, Spring Smile from her Chinese album Embrace was also awarded “Hong Kong Metro Showbiz Top Hits Award 2007”.

Hong Kong Chinese Pop Music Media Awards 2007

On July 1, 2007, Sun was voted the “Most Outstanding Chinese Singer 2007” at Hong Kong’s Chinese Pop Music Media Award Ceremony by music professionals, media and the public. She sang the song Forgot to Smile from her Chinese album Embrace at the grand ceremony graced by many top artistes and producers of the music industry.

Global Chinese Music Awards 2006


On October 28, 2006, Sun’s main ballad, Across The Ocean from her latest Chinese album was awarded the “Top 20 Most Popular Hit Of The Year 2006” Award at the 6 th Global Chinese Music Awards held in Singapore this year. This is an annual prestigious music ceremony organized by 7 main Chinese radio stations in various parts of Asia.

"Leader Mentor 2004" Award

On October 29, 2004, Sun was awarded the "Leader Mentor 2004" Award at the 2nd Global Leadership and Mentoring Congress 2004 for her social work contributions in Singapore. This prestigious award was presented to ten individuals who are recognized for their contributions in selflessly mentoring and training other leaders.

Singapore Hit Awards 2004

On September 10, 2004, Sun was presented the "Best Selling Female Artiste of the Year" Award at the annual Singapore Hit Awards presentation organized by the Recording Industry Association of Singapore (RIAS) and Singapore's premier radio station FM93.3.

Malaysia Hit Awards 2003

On November 15, 2003, Sun was presented the "Outstanding Female Stage Showmanship" Award at the Malaysia Hit Awards held at Genting Highlands.

"The Outstanding Young Person of the World 2003" Award

On November 6, 2003, Sun was the only Singaporean winner among 10 nominees to be awarded the prestigious “Outstanding Young Person of the World 2003” Award for her social work in Asia. The ceremony was held in Copenhagen, Denmark, under the auspices of Junior Chamber International. Sun joined the ranks of 200 recipients of the award. Only four other Asian celebrities have been conferred this privilege, making Sun the 5 th Asian celebrity placed right after Jackie Chan, Jacky Cheung, Andy Lau, and Michelle Yeoh.

Singapore Hit Awards 2003

On September 6, 2003, Sun was presented the "Best Selling Female Artiste of the Year" Award at the annual Singapore Hit Awards presentation organized by the Recording Industry Association of Singapore (RIAS) and Singapore's premier radio station FM93.3. The album "Sun*day" also won the "Best Selling Album of the Year" Award at the nationally telecasted ceremony.

Hong Kong Metro Music Awards 2003

On August 3, 2003, Sun was presented the "Best Female Newcomer 2003" Award by the Hong Kong Metro Radio Station's inaugural Music Award presentation. All the major Chinese popstars in Asia were there and more than 10,000 fans packed the red carpet ceremony at the Hong Kong Coliseum.

"The Outstanding Young Person of Singapore 2002" Award

On October 5, 2002, in recognition toward Sun's contributions to social work in Singapore, the Junior Chamber of Singapore awarded her with the prestigious "TOYP 2002" Award. This is presented annually to Singaporeans, between the ages of 21 and 40, who have done significant work in community development.

Other Recognitions:

"First Singer To Perform The Olympic Hymn in Mandarin"

On February 29, 2008, Sun had the honor of performing the Olympic Hymn, which was sung in Mandarin for the first time ever, during the officiating ceremony of "Olympic Philately & Cultural Tour" launched by The Beijing Olympics. Held at the grand Royal Theatre within the famed Forbidden City, Sun was accompanied bu a choir of Overseas Chinese from 16 different nationalities, performing before the key leaders of the International Olympic Committee, many important officials from the Ministry of Culture, Chinese Olympic Committee and the Beijing Organizing Committee for the Games of the XXIX Olympiad.

“Charity Ambassador of Love” for Shanghai 2007 Special Olympics Games"

In August 2007, Sun was named Charity Ambassador of Love for Shanghai 2007 Special Olympics Games. She has been invited to perform the official theme song at the Opening Ceremony in front of a live audience of 80,000 and an estimated 1 billion television audience.

"Beijing 2008 Olympics Games Music Ambassador"

On June 11, 2007, Sun was named Music Ambassador of Olympic Songfest for the Beijing 2008 Olympics Gamesby the Beijing Organization Committee for the Games of the XXIX Olympiad at a ceremony held in Beijing Jiaotong University. Her role as the ambassador involves inspiring university students all over China to write songs for the 2008 Olympics Games.

"First Singer To Top American Billboard Dance Chart"

In the 2006’s Singapore Book of Records, Sun was named the first singer to top the American Billboard Dance Chart. Two of her singles, “One With You” and “Without Love” have subsequently reached Number One positions on the American Billboard Dance Chart and the UK MusicWeek Club Chart.

"Asia's Top 50 Most Admired Personality 2004"

On August 30, 2004, a poll conducted by Singapore's Lianhe Zaobao, readers of the morning daily voted her the 3rd “Most Admired Personality in Asia.” She is Number One on the list for the “Most Admired Female Personality in Asia.”

"President's Challenge 2004"

Sun was invited by the President's Office to sing the theme song of the annual President's Challenge entitled “Reach Out with Love.” This is a nation-wide charity drive to raise funds for social agencies all over Singapore. On August 28, 2004, Sun performed before the President in a concert of more than 15,000 people.

"First-Day Cover Stamp Series"

To commemorate her contribution to the China Children's Foundation, Sun was featured specially on a First-Day Cover Stamp-series in June 2004. She is the first celebrity outside of China to be given this honor.

"China’s Charity Ambassador of Children 2004"

In appreciation of her philanthropic efforts, the All China Women’s Federation named Sun as “China’s Charity Ambassador of Children 2004” in June 2004.

"Asia's Top Movers and Shaker's 2003"

In premier international magazine Asia Inc., Sun was featured in the December 2003/January 2004 issue as one of Asia's "Under-50 Movers and Shakers."

"Asia's Top 50 Most Admired Personality 2003"

On September 10, 2003, in the poll conducted by Singapore's Lianhe Zaobao, readers of the morning daily voted her the 8 th "Most Admired Personality in Asia."

"Yahoo! Singaporean of the Year 2003"

On August 15, 2003, Sun was voted one of the "Top 10 Most Talked-about Singaporean" by Yahoo! Singapore.

"Asia's Top 50 Most Admired Personality 2002"

On September 11, 2002, a poll conducted by Singapore's Lianhe Zaobao, readers of the morning daily voted Sun the 9 th "Most Admired Personality in Asia."

"Top 20 Winners' Circle 2002"

In the August 2002 issue of Singapore's ELLE magazine, it honored Sun as one of the "Top 20 Individuals" instrumental in changing the lives of Singaporeans in 2002.

Other Honours:

November 1, 2007: Sun became the first Asian pop singer to be invited to attend 2007 MTV Europe Music Awards. She was also asked to perform with Wyclef Jean at the SonyBMG Europe Music Awards After Party.

March 9, 2004: Sun became the first Asian pop singer to be invited and asked to present at the American Dance Music Awards 2004.

February 8, 2004: Sun was invited to the 46 th Annual Grammy Awards 2004. Sun became the first Asian pop singer to be officially invited to a Grammy event.

October 19, 2003: Sun was invited to perform at the Hollywood Film Festival 2003. She became the first Asian pop singer to be invited to a HFF event.

Television Performances & Broadcast:

BEIJING, CHINA (June 5, 2008): Sun performed “live” at the charity program “Rebuilding The Homeland With One Heart” and broadcasted nationwide on China's CCTV.

HONG KONG (August 4, 2007): Sun's performance at the Hong Kong Metro Music Awards was broadcasted on TVB Jade Station.

HONG KONG (July 1, 2007): Sun performed "live" at Hong Kong Chinese Pop Music Media Awards 2007 and broadcasted nationwide.

SINGAPORE (September 12, 2004):
Sun performed “live” at the President's Star Charity show and broadcasted nationwide (4 million viewers).

SINGAPORE (May 1, 2004):
Sun's 3-hour “Lonely Travel Concert 2004” was broadcasted on Channel U's May Day Celebration (4 million viewers).

SINGAPORE (April 11, 2004):
Sun performed “live” at the National Kidney Foundation charity show and broadcasted nationwide (4 million viewers).

SHANGHAI, CHINA (March 27, 2004):
Sun performed “live” at the Shanghai International Fashion Show and broadcasted nationwide (900 million viewers).

SHANGHAI, CHINA (March 10, 2004):
Sun's 3-hour “Lonely Travel Concert 2004” was broadcasted on Shanghai Eastern TV (200 million viewers).

HUBEI, CHINA (March 2, 2004):
Sun performed in a 3-hour solo TV show on HTV (100 million viewers).

BEIJING, CHINA (February 27, 2004):
Sun made-for-TV special was broadcasted nationwide on China's CCTV, the largest TV network in Asia (900 million viewers).

JAKARTA, INDONESIA (December 26, 2003):
Sun's 1-hour performance at the Jakarta Tennis Stadium was broadcasted on Metro TV nationwide (200 million viewers).

GENTING HIGHLANDS, MALAYSIA (November 15, 2003):
Sun's performance at the Malaysia Hit Award was broadcasted nationwide on NTV 7 (22 million viewers).

TAIPEI, TAIWAN (October 24, 2003):
Sun's 1-hour “Sun With Love II Concert” was broadcasted nationwide and internationally on Dong Feng TV (23 million viewers).

SINGAPORE (September 6, 2003):
Sun's performance at the Singapore Hit Awards was broadcasted on MediaCorp Channel 8 (4 million viewers).

HONG KONG (August 3, 2003):
Sun's performance at the Hong Kong Metro Music Awards was broadcasted on TVB Jade Station (1 million viewers).

Product Endorsements:

True Religion Brand Jeans Singapore (2006)

True Religion Brand Jeans is a Los Angeles-based premium denim company. With its intense attention to fashion-forward seams, remarkable embroidery and innovative hand-sanded vintage washes, True Religion has distinguished itself as a leader in the high-end denim market. Die-hard fans include celebrities such as Jennifer Lopez, Beyonce, Usher, Brad Pitt, David Beckham, Angelina Jolie, Jessica Simpson, Nick Lachey, etc. True Religion can currently be found in the world’s finest retailers including Sun’s hip fashion retail store in Singapore.

Sun is both the face and the official exclusive retailer for the True Religion brand of apparel in Singapore.

Ed Hardy Singapore (2005-present)

Ed Hardy is a hip cult label from Los Angeles that has taken the high-end streetwear fashion scene by storm worldwide. Co mbining the intricate artwork of Californian tattoo master, Don Ed Hardy, with the creations of French designer, Christian Audigier, the brand’s eclectic collection of caps, clothing and other accessories can be seen on movie stars and pop luminaries alike, with pop icon Madonna most recently giving it her stamp of approval.

Sun is the face for Ed Hardy streetwear in Singapore and she is also the sole distributor for Ed Hardy in Singapore and three other Southeast Asian countries.

Marie France Bodyline (2005-2006)

Sun is the spokes person of Marie France Bodyline, one of the world’s leading slimming professionals. For over thirty years, Marie France Bodyline has been renowned for using easy and 100% and natural treatments with effective results.


I-Sport Isotonic Drink (2004-2005)

I-Sport was Singapore’s newest brand of isotonic drink in 2004 and Sun was the spokesperson for the beverage during her concert tour in the same year.

Estime Internal Beauty System (2004-present)

Estime Internal Beauty System is the latest breakthrough in intrinsic skin regenerative technology. It is the world’s first Internal Beauty System with an internal sunscreen, 100% natural and safe skin supplement. Estime products are available in pharmacies, personal care stores and selected beauty salons throughout Southeast Asia. Sun has been the face of Estime products since 2004.

Naturopath Health and Beauty Products (2003-2004)

Sun is the official spokesperson for Naturopath's complete range of health and beauty products. Made with 100% all natural ingredients, Naturopath products are retailed in all Singapore's leading pharmacies and healthcare stores.

77th Street Fashion and Accessories (2002-2003)

One of Asia's leading street-wear fashion haven, 77th Street is a leader in the teenage apparel industry of Asia. 77th Street has 16 outlets in Singapore and Malaysia and a fast expanding plan into the China market. Sun was the face for 77th Street apparels in 2002 and 2003.

We love calling her:
SUN
The languages she speaks fluently:
English. Chinese, Hakka, Hokkien
Her bloodtype:
O+
Sun stands at:
1.61m
Weighs at:
46kg
We love her for being:
A warm, sincere and friendly person who loves being around people, yet being a woman who knows what she wants!
We have something in common:
Sun's a Singaporean too!
Sun's faith and religion:
Christianity
Sun's fave foods:
Fried Bee Hoon and Lontong
(a spicy Malay dish)
Sun's favorite animals are cute doggies:
Especially Golden Retrievers!
What Sun loves doing:
Singing and snuggling on the couch with a good book to read
Sun's loves to:
flip through interior design magazines
Favorite read:
"Christ the Lord" by Anne Rice
Genre of music she will never get tired of:
The soothing melodies of ballads
Her fave male singer:
David Tao
Her fave female singer:
Madonna, Alanis Morissette
Her fave song is:
"Reality" by Richard Sanderson
Her fave country to visit:
Los Angeles in the United States of America, cos everyone there is very health conscious
One place Sun would love to visit someday:
The Moon
You can always find Sun:
At the gym working out!
Her fave actors on screen:
Harrison Ford, Kevin Costner, Meg Ryan and Julia Roberts
Fave movie of all time has definitely got to be:
The English Patient
One thing you will never find her doing:
Doing nothing for one whole day
An animal you won't find Sun cuddling:
Cats (She was 4 or 5 years old when she saw a couple of cats fighting. They gave Sun a big scare when they suddenly jumped out from behind a stationary vehicle. From then onwards, cats are a big no-no to Sun.)
Sun's dream as a singer:
Is to be able to sing to 100,000 people in a single live concert.
Sun's dream as a counselor:
Is to be able to be a role model for youths all around the world. Especially whenever they go through tough times, they would always ask themselves "What would Sun do if she was here?"
Sun will always encourage you to:
Love the people around you and to be a responsible person.
Sun's tip on anger management is to:
Always talk it out and not bottle it up!
Her unforgettable moment:
She realized the value of life when she lost her breathing apparatus on a deep sea dive and almost lost her life. Now, she treasures each day, each moment spent with family and friends. She lives to make each day count.
Her proudest moment:
Sun went on a hiking trip up Mount Kinabalu in Sabah, she fell very ill during the climb, but kept on going. She made it to the top of the mountain in the end and was glad that she never gave up.