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Joel Chan and Florinda Ho, the daughter of 'King of Gambling' Stanley Ho's third wife (Ina Chan), have been dating for a little over two years. All along, the public did not support the 36 year old TVB actor dating a girl 12 years his junior and the relationship had always been regarded as 'the woman superior to the man'. Due to this relationship, Joel didn't hesitate to withdraw from showbiz and concentrate entirely on being Florinda's boyfriend. Ever since the couple publicized their relationship, they frequently showed off their love and often posted heart warming photos on social networks. At one point, there were even rumors that they're getting married, which shocked the public. Even Florinda's mother, who strongly opposed them being together, eventually changed her mind and allowed her daughter to marry. Also, Joel would frequently attend their family events and show off his status as the 'King of Gamble's Son-In-Law'.

"In a blink of an eye, the Green Light turned into a Red Light!" When everyone thought Joel secured his role as the Gambling King's Son-In-Law, a new break up rumor started spreading.

All along, Joel and Florinda appeared inseparable, often spotted together, publicly chatted on Weibo and posted intimate photos of their dates. However, yesterday when Florinda attended an event with her mother, Ina Chan, reporters asked why she attended alone? Florinda had an indifferent response. That night, she posted a photo of a thousand words forming the shape of a heart and wrote: "Love=Money". Earlier, she uploaded a photo that had the English message: "Some people come into your life as Blessings!! Others come in your life AS LESSONS!!" These Weibo posts implies the pair have broken up.

The day before yesterday, Florinda uploaded another photo of her carrying her pet dog ('Siu Kat') and said: "Siu Kat, we have to separate." It was understood, they are not playing 'love games' this time, their relationship has really come to an end.

Yesterday reporters contacted Florinda via WhatsApp to confirm the break up rumor. She expressed: "No comment" , which differs from her previous responses to negative news, she would usually clarify them. Regarding the break up, Joel apparently has been in denial and is currently trying his hardest to patch the relationship up. Florinda seems indecisive and has not given the 'death sentence' (official break up) yet. How will the 'Joel-Florinda' romance end? It is currently unknown.

The 'King of Gamble' (Stanley Ho) third wife's daughter Florinda Ho has been dating TVB artist Joel Chan for some time now. The couple had been through a lot of pressure and gossips, but after dating for two years, the two still remain a loving couple. Joel is willing to retire from working on-screen for her and be a full-time boyfriend. Not long ago, Joel gave Florinda 1,000 roses to celebrate their two year anniversary. No wonder there has been numerous rumors lately that the couple are close to marriage.

On December 5th, Joel was invited to Stanley Ho's birthday banquet and took a family picture with Florinda. However, when he just got a 'stable' seat as the King of Gamble's son-in-law, the tides start changing! It was understood, Joel and Florinda quarreled a week after the birthday banquet and their argument got very intense. Their relationship immediately turned into a cold war. Florinda was seen going in and out alone at her mother's mansion. On Weibo and Instagram, Joel posted a photo of a heart-shaped cake, but Florinda had no reaction.

Reporters tried to contact the couple, but Joel refused to pick up, while Florinda's phone went straight to voicemail. Reporters then contacted Virgina Lok and asked if Joel has requested to shoot series again? Miss Lok said: "I never got a call from him in the middle of the night, but the two would occasionally call me up to chat. I'm not sure if they had a fight, but last week when Florinda came to Tung Wah Charity Show, Joel WhatsApp me and asked me to take care of her. However, at the time I was not in HK. (Then will he be shooting series again?) He came back to visit me, but he can't just start shooting series just because he wants to. There still needs to be a story and he has to come back to discuss it. We'll talk about it when he really comes back."

Last year, Joel withdrew from producer Lau Ka Ho's Three Kingdoms RPG because of "family issues", but in fact he just wanted to concentrate entirely on dating Florinda. He did, however, gave face to producer Lee Tim Shing and played a guest role in The Last Steep Ascent.

This time, Joel is on the verge of saying goodbye to his relationship and back knocking on TVB's door. Producer Tim Gor was asked if he got a notice yet? He admitted he saw Joel at TVB last week, "Last week I saw him back at TVB for a meeting, I asked him, are you still going to be working? He said he'll see how it goes later." Good friend Derek Kwok told reporters to ask Joel himself, but when speaking of his daughter celebrating her birthday with 'godmother' Florinda Ho, Derek laughed: "Joel came too, they didn't look like they had any problems. (Is he coming back to film series?) He still has a contract with TVB, he didn't say he's retiring."

After Joel Chan started dating Florinda Ho, he's often showing off their sweet moments on Weibo. However, when Joel learned that Virgina Lok said he's not interested in shooting series anymore, yesterday he refuted on Weibo: "Just what is the primarily duty of an Executive, is it to sell themselves....or sell their products?" His girlfriend, Florinda, also supported Joel by replying to him: "Depends on the industry and personal interest, each have their own ambitions."

Yesterday Virgina Lok attended an event in Tsim Sha Tsui, and after reporters showed her the comment Joel left on Weibo, she was asked if the executive Joel referred to was her? She said: "I don't understand what the meaning of his comment is. (What jobs does Joel have now?) He took vacation. When he told us, he said he temporarily won't be accepting jobs, apparently he wants to start a business. Actually there are people offering him jobs, but he told his manager he doesn't want to accept any yet. However, it's fine that he's taking vacation because he does not owe TVB any shows."

Virgina stressed its not a problem that Joel takes vacation because he does not owe TVB any shows, but up until today it has already been 6 months since he's done anything. She also wanted to call Joel to ask what's happening. She said: "I've asked Derek Kwok (Joel's good friend) for his opinion, and I do want to invite Joel out to discuss too. If he wants to terminate the contract, we can sit down and talk about it."

[Oriental Daily] asked Joel if the executive he referred to on Weibo, Virgina Lok, he responded yesterday: "why would that be? I understand her and I'm tolerant for her concern and care. (What do you understand about her?) I understand she cares about me. As a junior, I am tolerant and appreciate her care over the last many years." Florinda also responded supporting her boyfriend: "I believe he's a person that knows his blessings."

Yesterday Joel Chan and his girlfriend Florinda Ho ('Gambling King' Stanley Ho's daughter) attended an event together as a couple. It was rumored that the couple are planning to get married. At 5pm, when the couple appeared at the LANDMARK MEN's summer party event, they were seen wearing matching golden Gucci rings. It was understood, Joel got the rings as a gift, he even got the rings prepared, looks like their 'good occasion' is really coming close!

When Joel was asked about the news regarding to his contract termination with TVB? He said: "I cannot reveal anything. TVB and I have a good relationship. (Earlier it was said you were frozen by TVB?) Actually since I started dating, there had been a lot of news and speculations. I'm already used to it and have consensus (with Florinda), we face everything positively. (Will you still be shooting series?) It is not convenient for me to say. (What are your work plans?) I have a stable and fix job, just doing what I like to do."

Florinda took initiative to clarify the rumors that her Gambling King father invested in helping them open a fashion design company. She said it is not true. Joel stressed they are financially independent: "After all, I currently have a job and income. I am living happily, enjoying work and enjoying my love life." When speaking of Joey Yung and Wilfred Lau's relationship, it was said the woman is superior to the man? Florinda said: "Actually a couple dating happily is enough. It is not necessary to care about what others think. There has to be some joy in life, so I support pursuing doing things that one enjoys. (It was said you're spending all on the man, are you unhappy?) No, basically whoever I'm with, unless he is wealthy, this question will arise."

Reporters later called Florinda again to ask about the 'good occasion' (marriage) coming near, she laughed loudly: "Don't be so sensitive. We are still young people. We're dating, so we try to match our accessories, that's it. (Engaged yet?) Not the right time yet."

Joel actually still has three years left in his contract with TVB, Virgina Lok admitted yesterday over the phone and expressed it's not a problem "He's still on break indefinitely."

Since the King of Gambler's daughter Florinda Ho and Joel Chan started dating, the couple often shows off their love in public. A few days ago during Lunar New Year, Joel especially went to send new year greetings to his girlfriend's parents and then accompanied her to watch fireworks in Macau. He later posted the photo on Weibo to show off the love.

The relationship seems to be getting more and more stable. The couple will be celebrating their first Valentine's Day since their relationship was made public. In fact, last year they have already secretly celebrated together, as Florinda excitedly posted photos of 99 roses, cake and champagne on Weibo.

It was said Joel greatly values Valentine's Day this year, and especially spent 6 figures to prepare a 'loving' gift for Florinda. He wants his girlfriend to have a memorable and surprising Valentine's Day. Joel admitted he is preparing a gift, but when asked what the gift is, he remained mysterious: "Of course I can't tell you!" Joel expressed they will be in HK to celebrate the holiday.

On the night of December 8th, Joel Chan accompanied his girlfriend Florinda Ho to England for a sweet vacation and even happily posted the photo on Weibo. For Joel, all along dating was more important than anything. A magazine reported earlier he ordered airtickets, so he can go spend Christmas with Florinda outside of the country. Because of this, Joel delayed the progress of new series Ladder to Heaven filming. It was also said he's often arriving late and leaving early to work and lacks good work ethics. Due to his lack of professionalism, he is now blacklisted by TVB. Lee Tim Shing, the producer of Latter to Heaven, clarified Joel's negative rumors. He said Joel has already completed all of his scenes before taking vacation.

Lee Tim Shing expressed Joel finished all his work before leaving HK and it's not like how the magazines reported. The whole series will complete in 17 days. Regarding Joel's work performance, he is doing ok. Joel is always familiar with the script and is doing well on his acting. Just like his villain role in Bottled Passion, very outstanding.

Since Joel Chan started dating the daughter of The Gambling King's (Stanley Ho) third wife, Florinda Ho, he gets to fully experience being someone significant during the celebration of the Gambling King's 90th birthday. Joel said: "I haven't received an invitation yet, but when it comes to gifts, I really get a headache. Mr. Ho already has everything." Since Joel is the future son-in-law, he is especially nervous, asked if he'll tell Florinda to help him pick out a gift? He said: "Don't say it like that, Florinda will be thinking hard on her own and I will have my own intentions." Does he hope to borrow this opportunity to gain more points? He asked back: "What points?" Asked how Mr. Ho's condition is like now after he was discharged from the hospital? Joel said this is Florinda's family matters, but he already told his girlfriend to send his regards on his behalf.

It was reported Florinda is investing into opening a new fashion store, in attempt to force him to retire from the entertainment circle. Regarding this, Joel denied: "She didn't stop me from acting. She also has no intention in opening a men fashion store. Everyone knows I like fashion, but that does not mean I have to do a fashion business." As it was said he likes to wear fish net clothing after he started dating Florinda, Joel stressed his style is very broad and has high receptivity. He said Florinda likes baking, and he is also shooting new series Ladder to Heaven with coffee lover Moses Chan. Since they both like coffee just as much, Joel is considering opening a coffee shop with Florinda. He said: "However, brewing coffee requires deep knowledge, I am just a beginner. Recently, Moses Chan has become one of my idols. I admire his smooth career, relationships and his skills of making coffee."

Also, Florinda has been involved with everyone after she started dating Joel. She recently became good friends with Joel's good buddy Derek Kwok. She even became the godmother of Derek's daughter, Ashley, a very cute girl. Florinda writes on Weibo: "My god-daughter Ashley Kok! Chubby and cute! @DerekKwok. Today I am very happy!"

It’s a Truth or Dare? game that went awry, said TVB actor Joel Chan regarding his strained friendship with former close friend Christine Ng.

Their recent falling-out has done further damage to Chan’s already tarnished image following his high-profiled relationship with Florinda Ho, the daughter of casino tycoon Stanley Ho.

Earlier on, Ng fumed on Weibo that she severed ties with a friend after she received a call from the person telling her not to bother staying in touch anymore.

Five days after the incident, Chan, 35, admitted that he was the person that Ng was referring to in an interview with Hong Kong famous radio personality Eileen Cha, blaming the incident on the after-effect of having a few drinks.

“I was celebrating my birthday with a few friends. We were playing Truth or Dare?. I was drunk when someone dared me to call a friend and sever ties with him or her,” he said.

He explained that the first person that came to his mind was Ng, whom he perceived as the most open-minded among his friends.

“When I reached her, the first thing I told her was: ‘Please don’t look for me anymore!’ She just replied ‘Fine!’ and ended the call straightaway. I tried calling her afterwards but she didn’t pick up,” recalled Chan.

The severity of the problem finally hit home when he read the news as well as the various posts on Weibo. That’s when he frantically tried to call Ng for multiple times but he still couldn’t reach her.

A remorseful Chan added: “I planned to look for her but she never returned my calls. We have known each other for years. I used to think she could take a joke like this. I never expected it to backfire. I hereby apologise to her!”

Asked how he’s handling the bad press following his relationship with Ho, Chan said the criticisms came as no surprise.

“Everyone has different opinion. I respect that. Florinda has been supportive of me,” he said, admitting that he faces huge pressure.

“Actually I work very hard like everyone else. I can’t possibly explain everything and can only accept the comments,” he said earnestly.

Apparently, Chan’s public apology did nothing to save his friendship with Ng. She remained cold and refused to comment on his explanations.

“I’m very confused” was all she said. She was not alone. Tavia Yeung, who is a close friend of both the stars, also found Chan’s reasons unacceptable.

“I’m not going to judge whether or not this is true, but if he indeed did something like this for a game of True or Dare?, he deserves what he’s getting now. He’s an adult and should be held accountable for what he has done,” she said.

Yesterday at midnight, Joel Chan uploaded a photo on Weibo of himself with a birthday balloon and announced it was his birthday. Many good friends from the industry including god-sisters Christine Ng and Sharon Chan wished him a happy birthday. Joel’s girlfriend Florinda Ho didn’t reply until 5am. She posted a photo of herself with a cake she designed herself for Joel. Joel immediately replied: “thx my love”

However, about 20 minutes before Florinda’s birthday wish post, Christine suddenly made a heartbreaking post on Weibo. She wrote: “Just before I went to bed, a friend called and told me not to contact him ever again! So upsetting! I already said goodbye for good to him! This is too disappointing! Doesn’t your conscience feel uncomfortable?” Christine deleted her birthday wish comment she wrote for Joel and also stopped following him on Weibo.

Once the message was out, many good friends ‘spoke out’ in support. Sharon Chan comforted Christine: “Some people is already muddled into the brain by money and fortunes! … … From now on we will go our separate ways!” Sharon also deleted her birthday message for Joel and removed him off her list of following. Seeing many friends comforting and supporting her, Christine had always been strong and replied again: “Friendship is actually equal, we were once no strings attached.”

Reporters contacted Christine to ask if Joel was the ‘friend’ she was referring to? She said: “I never named anyone. You all can guess whoever you want. I just passively ended a friendship, unhappiness will only be for a short while. When fate ends, just have to let go, it’s ok! Friendship is like taking a bus. There will be people that come and go, if he wants to go then go. Some people might take a million years before they get back on the bus, but I know he will not come back on again because I will no longer open the bus door for him. Weibo is a place for people to express emotions. My little sister Sharon was just expressing her anger too, she isn’t trying to get publicity.”

Yesterday reporters passed on the news to Florinda and she was asked if she’s worried people might think the person Christine was referring to was her boyfriend Joel? She said: “I don’t know what’s happening. She didn’t say any names, but I completely trust my boyfriend that he’s a very good person. I don’t believe he will do something that will make people unhappy.” Christine initially happily watched the fireworks and sent her birthday wishes to Joel , but not long after she angerly expressed a ‘friend’ personally made a call to her and said they should break off all relations. She immediately posted the news on Weibo and got support from many friends!

Joel Chan and this year's Miss HK Rebecca Zhu attended the ribbon cutting ceremony for BLU SPA at the MIKIKI shopping mall. However, Joel was 15 minutes late to the event. He explained: "I don't know, my manger said to arrive at this time. It's not my official day back at work today, last time I did come out, but that was just for an interview." When asked if the 'Florinda-Joel love' has got him higher paychecks? He said: "Didn't ask, I have always just done whatever work is available. The price is reasonable and the workload is about right. (You can careless about working now?) No." A ring was spotted on Joel's left ring finger, but he denied that the ring had any special meaning.

When speaking of 3rd Mistress (Ina Chan) said that if girlfriend Florinda Ho does have a baby, she will help babysit, Joel said: "That is only if. (Are you two really careful?) I will not answer personal questions. Of course I will protect her." Joel apparently rushed back to the Ho Family to celebrate Mid-Autumn Festival with them. Looks like he has a great chance to become The King of Gambler's son-in-law, but Joel denied: "I am just Florinda's boyfriend, I know you are all concerned of my relationship, but I do hope everyone gives us some space."

Since Florinda and Joel's relationship was made public, the two have clearly gained some weight. Joel defended Florinda: "She hasn't, same as before. She eats very little. I actually got thinner from running a marathon earlier. Now I put on some pounds, but I need to be a bit chubbier for the wealthy businessman I'm playing for a new series. If I'm too thin, there won't be enough power. (Is being chubby one of the conditions for being the Ho family son-in-law?) I already said I'm just Florinda's boyfriend."

Joel also denied he was frozen by TVB because he was too concentrated on dating and forgot about work: "I was never notified about being frozen. I had an emergency at home before, so I had to take some time off. Later, I went to England to pick up Florinda. I have always had 3-4 months of break in the past too, just you all didn't noticed before. Once I settled the issues at home, I didn't get any series, so I just took vacation." Joel said TVB understands the sequence of events and has not asked him to explain.

Joel Chan and Florinda Ho, the daughter of Macau's Gambling King, are currently in a sweet relationship. Joel will soon be starting Lee Tim Shing's new series. The other night, brought his girlfriend to see TVB's Production and Resource Director Virgina Lok. After dinner, the three were greeted by a large group of reporters and generously took pictures.

Reporters asked if Virgina was discussing Joel's work schedule? Florinda answered on her boyfriend's behalf, she said: "Job interview, it's my job interview!" Based on what Florinda said, reporters pursued the question of if she wanted to play a couple with her boyfriend? Florinda answered instantly: "I'm just saying!" Virgina added with a wide smile: "I'm trying hard to persuade her. (Which means if she is willing to, then you'll accept too?) She's not willing to!" However, when Florinda was asked what type of role she wants to portray? She said happily: "The Great Empress! I want to be the Queen Dowager." This clearly matches her boyfriend's earlier role as the Emperor.

Yesterday reporters contacted both Florinda and Virgina. Virgina was asked if Joel brought her girlfriend to see her because he wanted to ask TVB for their forgiveness? She said TVB basically did not blame Joel for anything, nor did he did anything wrong. Florinda was asked over the phone to confirm once again if she wants to enter the entertainment circle? She denied: "No way! I was joking! (In English)"

The other night at the dinner, Joel formally introduced her girlfriend to Virgina. Virgina expressed that the dinner was just a friend gathering, and they had a great time chatting.

After going public with their romance, Florinda Ho, the daughter of casino tycoon Stanley Ho, and TVB actor Joel Chan San-chung showed up hand-in-hand at a Gucci event in Hong Kong.

It was their first public appearance together, since Ho, 22, confirmed that she is in a relationship with the 34-year-old actor.

The lovebirds arrived at the venue at 10.15pm last night in matching fashion. Ho was seen channelling old Hollywood glamour with her smoky eye make-up and sexy see-through dress, while her beau suited up in a retro gear.

They were swarmed by photographers in no time. Protected by security guards, Ho held on to Chan’s arm and smiled sweetly throughout. Upon sensing that Ho was nervous in the media’s presence, Chan placed his hand on hers to comfort her.

On the other hand, Florinda’s younger sister Laurinda, another hottie of the Ho clan, was rumoured to be seeing Taiwanese singer Kenji Wu. The rumours began when the latter was spotted fetching her with his sports car. Despite so, Laurinda insisted that they are nothing but friends and that she has not considered starting a romantic relationship with the musician.

While she shied away from talking about Wu, Laurinda said she has a good impression of potential brother-in-law Chan, despite meeting him for only a few times. Their big sister Pansy, who was at the same event, also sent her blessings to Florinda.

The Macau Gambling King's daughter Florinda Ho came back to Hong Kong from England last Saturday to have a high-profile dinner with her parents and boyfriend Joel Chan. Florinda and Joel have been dating for half a year, but although the public has been spreading false rumors and negative news, the couple were never indecisive about their relationship. On Sunday (the 14th), Florinda accepted an exclusive interview where she strongly supports that Joel is not greedy for money: "He loves me a lot, and I deeply trust him. As the public thinks Joel only likes my money, I can honestly say at this moment, he already has fame and fortunes, is that not enough?"

Joel also declare a deep statement to [East Weekly], greatly praising Florinda as "gentle and has a good heart". He clarifies that he never spent Florinda's money. "Usually when we have dinner, I pay for it. If I were to be like what the media said, eat and live off her, then I believe Florinda wouldn't have been with me."

Florinda also frankly said she does not mind if her boyfriend is wealthy or not: "I do not care if he can support me or not, the most important is he treats me well and love me. That is enough."

During the interview, Florinda talked about the entire progression of her relationship with Joel, from when they first met to when they started dating.

"We met at a banquet in Macau, a friend introduced us. After meeting him for the first time, we used 'whats up' to chat. Later, the times I would be in Macau, he would come out to have dinner with me."

Both of them love the fashion trend, and they have unlimited topics to talk about. After a few more times seeing each other, love started to spark. Not long after they started dating, Florinda already invited Joel over to her house and introduced him to his mom and younger sister."

"My mom won't control me on relationships, she knew we were dating and just mentioned 'That's good, be careful!" She would also have chats with Joel like asking him 'Is filming difficult? I don't have a good memory, do artists have to have good memory? and other topics like that."

"At the time Joel had a lot of negative news, but my father is very open. He just asked: 'Are you clear of Joel's past?' I answered: 'I am very clear.' Dad then expressed: 'Then it's not a problem, even if there are some negative news on the papers, just as long as you both are truly in love, insist to go on, and don't give up, then it is not that you won't be happy."

At the dinner with Florinda's parents, because Joel played the Emperor in TVB series Relic of an Emissary, the Gambling King joked that he's the Emperor and can have several wives. Florinda immediately said: "I forbid him from getting more than one wife!"

Macau Gambling King Stanley Ho's daughter Florinda Ho admitted that she is dating Joel Chan in [Oriental Daily]'s exclusive interview the other day. Yesterday Joel accepts an exclusive interview and recounts his dinner with The Gambling King.

J - Joel Chan ; R - Reporter

R: After Florinda announced your relationship with her, did many people come congratulate you?

J: It is too many people calling me, so I didn't answer the calls because I'm just too tired.

R: Last night, was it your first time having dinner with The Gambling King (Florinda Ho's father, Stanley Ho)?

J: It is my first time, but in fact I have met him before. That time I was at Mr. Ho's residence, we just said said hi and met, but this is the first time we had dinner, so I was very nervous.

R: You and the Gambling King never chatted before?

J: Yes, he's a great person.

R: Has the Gambling King asked you to love Florinda more?

J: He didn't mention, but he did ask me about my work, and before he watched me play the Emperor in Relic of an Emissary.

R: The Gambling King praised you did well?

J: (Smiles Happily) He didn't say it, but he did ask how old the Emperor was.

R: What else did you guys chat about?

J: Later we took some pictures, Mr. Ho had to rest and I didn't want to disturb him.

Had consensus to announce relationship

R: His 3rd Wife (Ina Chan) was also your second time meeting her?

J: Yes.

R: Some of the media are saying 3rd Wife doesn't like you?

J: It's just a rumor! Auntie told me to go have dinner with them, so you know right there that the rumor is not true.

R: Florinda announced your relationship with her, are you relieved?

J: Not about that, we are truly dating, didn't want that to affect too many people. We both discussed on announcing the relationship, her family gave their suggestions too and we were all OK first before we announced.

R: The public said you are going to be the Gambling King's future son-in-law, how do you feel about this?

J: Don't say that, just dating! It's just romance, a relationship, we are all exaggerating this. Dating is just dating, not going to think too much! I am just thinking about work now, later I'll be participating in Tim Gor (Lee Tim Shing) new series, and I have to tidy up my emotions, so I can look at the script later.

R: Any commitments you have for Florinda?

J: The greatest commitment is focusing on work, my career comes first and to treat her well.

R: The public is often comparing you and Florinda's social status, describing the relationship as 'the woman in honor, the man inferior'. What do you think?

J: There are a lot of different voices in the public, some congratulate us, some oppose us. We were already prepared for that, we will not care about it! I'm single and she's single, everyone knew we had different backgrounds, if we are together, we won't care about those things.

R: Have you thought of marrying Florinda?

J: (smiles) We are not going to think about marriage now, currently just dating.

Gambling King knows about divorce

R: You were divorced before, will this be a barrier to your relationship?

J: Things that happened before is the past, each individual has their own different past, this is a new start.

R: The Gambling King and his wife knows about your divorce?

J: They should know, the reports have written about it. Also, Florinda told them, but I didn't get involved. I don't want my past to affect anything.

R: Do you have confidence to develop with Florinda?

J: We just started, give us some space and time to think about it and get to know each other more. I do have confidence, but I hope to enjoy a comfortable and normal dating life, have dinner and go to the movies.

R: You will have to start a new series in September, when you have to work, will you neglect your girlfriend?

J: No, she understands I have work, she will be used to it.

R: Did you two set a rule that there must be a certain amount of phone calls and SMS each day?

J: Nothing special, just started dating, so there must be phone calls and SMS, very natural.

Admits his girlfriend was hard to pursue

R: Actually how did you pursue Florinda?

J: (Happily smiles) Ha! Can I not say? It wasn't deliberate.

R: Was Florinda hard to pursue?

J: Hard, why wouldn't she be hard? If she's not hard, then that be frightening.

R: What did you do to pursue her? Give her flowers?

J: Every girl likes flowers! Did stuff that made her happy!

R: Is it easy to make Florinda happy?

J: Hard! You have to guess! Usually when she says something, she might leave out a few words. You have to pay attention to what she likes.

R: Then what does Florinda like?

J: She likes anything.

R: Does Florinda like your ideas?

J: Yes, we both like fashion.

R: What kind of gifts have you given Florinda?

J: Earrings and necklaces.

Congratulations from Friends in the industry

Tavia Yeung: Take me along if there is anything good. Take care of me when I go to Macau. (Worried he'll drift apart from friends hereafter?) I believe friendship won't affect love, he can handle it himself. Friends will give support."

Christine Ng: I treat Joel like my little brother, they are both handsome and pretty, I'm happy for him! (Great pressure with a huge age gap?) Let them have the freedom to develop!"

Louis Yuen: That's good, I am happy for anyone who is dating. This industry is difficult and stressful, there should be support and encouragement given to a person who finds someone they like. I hope they live a happy life together. 

Florinda Ho has been in England studying fashion design all along. Yesterday she finally returns to HK at around 1pm. Her assistant and bodyguards were greeted by over 10 reporters rushing up towards her. Reporters chased after her asking if she was with Joel Chan? After several times of asking the same question, Florinda said she felt unwell during the flight and had to find a place to settle down before she explains to everyone. During the time, the media that followed her closely were taking photos by the escalator.

It was understood that Joel Chan accompanied Florinda back to HK, and they sat together during the flight. Joel and Florinda went their separate ways once they landed in HK. After Florinda got back to HK, she accepted an exclusive interview by [Oriental Daily] where she sweetly talks about her current passionate relationship with Joel.

R - Reporter ; F - Florinda Ho

R: Are you really nervous this time coming back to HK?

F: Yes, I didn't think I would see reporters at the airport. Joel and I are in a very difficult situation. When they photographed us, we weren't holding hands.

R: You came back to HK with Joel?

F: Yes.

R: In the past several months, Joel was with you in England?

F: No, it was just around March or April, he came over to England to visit me. He only stayed for 5-6 days because he only came because of work.

R: Why didn't you come back to HK earlier?

F: I was busy doing a few papers relating to design. Joel knew I would be back today, and because he didn't want me to come back alone, he especially came over to England 7 days ago to join me, so we can come back together.

"He's very straightforward and loves me"

R: Why didn't Joel reveal himself after being back in HK for so long already?

F: He was hiding because there were a lot of negative news, so he didn't want to be exposed yet.

R: Are you dating Joel?

F: Yes, I am dating Joel.

R: When did you and Joel start dating?

F: About 4 months ago.

R: What do you like about him?

F: (In a sweet voice) He is very straightforward, very attentive, very heartwarming and loves me a lot.

R: Excuse my frankness, was Joel in the same room with you for the 7 days he was in England?

F: No, I had a girl friend who stayed in the same room as me. Joel stayed in the room next to me. In the 7 days he was there, I had to continue my research for the paper I was doing, Joel and I just went out strolling the streets, ate and went sight-seeing.

R: Since you two were dating, have the relationship not developed to living in the same room?

F: We are not at that stage yet.

Maintain contact with Father

R: There are a lot of reports saying that you are so concentrated on dating, and didn't care about your father. Even on Father's Day, you didn't come back to spend it with him. He was said to have been really upset?

F: The reports really made me unhappy. Actually my father was never upset with me nor did he ever blame me. My father knows I have homework, that I wasn't able to come back. My father and I keep in touch by phone, and have very close contact by mail. Sometimes my father says: "Daughter, long time no see, I miss you very much! When are you coming back?" Then I say: "Dad, I miss you too, once I finish homework, I'll back immediately to see you!"

R: The reports say your mom opposes your relationship with Joel Chan?

F: No (In an affirmative tone), actually my mom have already accepted us long ago. She knows we are dating, my mom feels Joel is a pretty good person too. My dad has seen Joel, my parents do not oppose at all. They are very at ease with our relationship, never have it been stressful for them.

Since Joel Chan's news broke out that he divorced ex-wife Ponny Leung, he had not made a public appearance until yesterday when he went back to work on TVB new series My Cruel Lover. He went to Sai Kung to shoot outdoor scenes, not only was he in a good mood, but he appeared like a winner and generously accepted interviews. He had a chok look on the whole time. He said: "I already tidy up my emotions, the reports didn't really affect me. I will do what I'm suppose to do."

Joel was asked if he still keeps in touch with Florinda Ho? He said: "I know she did interviews, I called her and said thanks and apologized. We joked, couldn't believe that liking leopard designs can call the media's attention. (Florinda clarified for you?) Not for me, the incident had impacted her, she is only 22 years old and still has a lot ahead of her, she still needs to date. (More development in the relationship?) We are more in touch, but not more development. We are just friends!" As Florinda expressed that there may be a chance to develop a relationship, Joel said: "It's hard to say what will happen in this world. (Her qualities right for you?) At the moment, I don't think so, I have many female friends, will everyone be my girlfriend? (No development opportunities?) I don't know, I don't dare to answer, but at the moment, no."

'Victory Joel' has many female friends, but he did not forget to defend his ex-wife, he said: "She's not in the industry, it's not a problem to bother me, but my ex-wife is not in the industry, I hope the media won't bother her. She already didn't have a good marriage, I don't want her to get anymore trouble. (Still keep in touch with ex-wife?) No, been busy with work." After a failed marriage, Joel frankly said that he has matured, and will learn from the mistake all over again.

Nothing to say to Pakho Chau
Since the Florinda rumors, Joel and Pakho had been "love opponents", asked if Joel has anything to say to Pakho? He said: "I really don't know him, so I don't want to comment. I don't want to affect other people." After the interview, Joel was seen constantly on the phone, is he reporting to Florinda?

As the King of Gambler Stanley Ho's daughter, Florinda Ho's love life has drawn people's attention. Following her split with 'Fur Young Master (Wong Tai Yip), her rumors had constantly echoed in one's ears. Most of her rumors involve celebrities, first there was Raymond Lam, then Pakho Chau and recently she's linked with Joel Chan. It was rumored that Joel and Florinda were secretly dating, and that Joel suddenly got rich. He got a new BMW and moved into Hong Kong Parkview.

Yesterday [Oriental Daily] received news from a reader that Joel and his long time girlfriend Ponny Leung were actually secretly married long ago. However because Florinda got in between them, the two ended up getting a divorce. Yesterday reporters contacted Joel to confirm, he generously admitted that he did get married before and is now divorced. Joel, however, denied the divorce involved a third party. He said: "Miss Leung (Ponny) and I did sign a marriage certificate before, but now they already signed the divorce papers. It happened a few years ago. This marriage lasted for 2-3 years and our separation absolutely did not involve a third party." Yesterday there were reports regarding Joel getting together with Florinda and was being taken good care of by her, as he suddenly got rich. Before reporters could finish asking the question, Joel already expressed: "I am not responding to any of today's reports."

On Weibo, Florinda supported Joel: "Friendship is not measured by money, rather it is about the person's personality and character." This clearly about Joel's negative news and clears up the relationship, implying that financial background does not affect friendship.

TVB will soon be producing a TV series called You, We, Them (你們我們他們). The series will include 10 different love stories, and will be releasing next year. Yesterday the series held it's auditions, besides the current artists Joel Chan, Macy Chan and Elena Kong, there are also Lisa Chong, Elle Lee, Cheung Yu Ngong and other newcomers.

Cheung Yu Ngong turns out to be Teresa Cheung's younger brother, this year he's 22 years old and entered the industry all by himself. He did not rely on his sister and has high aims.

He said: "My sister didn't know I entered the industry, I currently signed a TVB management contract, I personally wrote a letter to TVB. Although my sister knows many people, I have to rely on myself. I studied at the Beijing Film Academy for 3 months before. (Have you contacted your sister?) Rarely, she's very busy. Actually I live in Canada, so I don't see her much."

Joel Chan and Macy Chan play a couple once again after Sisters of Pearl. The two do not know if they have kiss scenes yet. Joel even joked that he will request for kiss scenes to be added and both expressed that they are worried that their other halves will be upset. After taking part in Miss Hong Kong, Lisa Chong shoots a series about love, she frankly said she does not know if there are kiss scenes, but she has no problem. She laughed and said that her MHK mate (Elle Lee) has it lucky because she has two boyfriends in the series.

This year Joel Chan is nominated for Best Supporting Actor depended on his role in Sisters of Pearl and for Most Improved Male Artist for 5 series. Joel frankly said that he is already happy to be nominated. Although he does have confidence, he smiles and said that he still supports his opponent Raymond Wong. As to Best Supporting Actor, Joel supports Pierre Ngo and Evergreen Mak.

Raymond Wong joined TVB over 3 years ago, and has filmed several TVB series, this year he is nominated for Best Supporting Actor, My Favorite TV Male Character and Most Improved Male Artist. However, Raymond supports Evergreen Mak for Best Supporting Actor and for Most Improved Male Artist, he supports Joel and King Kong.

Recently Joel Chan has been accepting series after series. Before he's usually given villain roles and now he turn to do more comedy and silly roles. In the recent TVB broadcast of A Pillow Case of Mystery II, Joel plays a 'high level constable', he said: "This is the first series that the average ratings is 33 points, we are all very happy. The series is already 2 years old, Bobby and I were very anxious of its release. Since the 10 years I've been in TVB, this time my constable role is probably considered the role where I had the most screen time, so I really look forward to it."

Put on weight for Emperor role

Before Joel has played many villain roles, but recently he has gotten several silly boy roles, he joked: "After Survivor's Law II, Producers found out that actually I am silly, but actually I can do silly roles." Later, Joel will play as the Emperor in another costume drama, the producer ordered him to put on some weight, he said: "Too bad I'm used to jogging and I can't get out of my habit. Usually I jog 4 days a week, now I reduced it to only 2 days! At most I'll just eat more after I jog, eating lots of ice cream!"

Mom not rushing marriage

Earlier, Joel's 10 year girlfriend gets exposed, it was also said that marriage is near, towards this it was said that his girlfriend is 'middle-aged', he said: "Of course I'm upset! (Vent to girlfriend?) No! She understands, she also does know many of my friends in the industry." But Joel denies that it's almost time for marriage, he expressed that it is the period where he works the hardest and that even if he is getting married, he won't be having children: "Not going to have any! Definitely not because my girlfriend doesn't like children, we also like to travel." Have always liked to shop for clothes, Joel expressed: "You can say that. To me, clothing is more important than a baby. My mom is very open-minded, she doesn't force me, she even said that if don't get married, can live together too!"