https://www.scmp.com/rss/518042/feed The latest news on Heart Evangelista, Filipino actress, including showbiz news and updates. en https://assets.i-scmp.com/static/img/icons/scmp-meta-1200x630.png https://www.scmp.com Sam Beltran Sam Beltran Filipino actress and fashion influencer Heart Evangelista’s reappearance at Paris Fashion Week following scrutiny over her lavish lifestyle in previous months has drawn sharp criticism amid “unprecedented” public outrage linked to an unfolding corruption scandal plaguing the country. Public sentiment in the Philippines has been particularly negative against influencers such as Evangelista and other “nepo babies”, a term referring to flamboyant family members of wealthy politicians, officials and... https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/people/article/3342588/outrage-philippines-socialite-heart-evangelista-nepo-babies-return-spotlight?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/people/article/3342588/outrage-philippines-socialite-heart-evangelista-nepo-babies-return-spotlight?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 06 Feb 2026 05:30:09 +0000 SCMP’s Asia desk SCMP’s Asia desk Filipino actress-turned-influencer Heart Evangelista has shared a quote about successful people who do not step on others, as she continues to fend off accusations of her being a “nepo-wife” and is exploring legal options against her critics. The 40-year-old is married to Senator Francis “Chiz” Escudero, who was ousted as senate president in September after being linked to the country’s 545 billion peso (US$9.3 billion) flood-control corruption scandal. Since the scandal erupted in July, those... https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/people/article/3331117/philippines-heart-evangelista-shares-humble-enough-quote-after-new-accusation?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/people/article/3331117/philippines-heart-evangelista-shares-humble-enough-quote-after-new-accusation?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 31 Oct 2025 12:49:32 +0000 SCMP SCMP We have selected seven stories from the SCMP’s coverage of Asia over the past week that resonated with our readers and shed light on topical issues. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. 1. US call centre bill threatens Philippines’ US$30 billion outsourcing boom As dusk settles over Angeles City, Justin Cunanan prepares for another long night. While the rest of the Philippines sleeps, he joins millions of his compatriots powering a global industry that is... https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/article/3329730/heart-evangelistas-wealth-under-fire-singaporeans-flock-johor-7-asia-highlights?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/article/3329730/heart-evangelistas-wealth-under-fire-singaporeans-flock-johor-7-asia-highlights?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 21 Oct 2025 07:00:09 +0000 Raissa Robles Raissa Robles As the Philippines reels from a deepening corruption scandal rattling its political elite, one of its brightest social media stars has found herself at the centre of a national reckoning over wealth, privilege and accountability. Filipino style icon and influencer Heart Evangelista has spent years dazzling international audiences. Her Instagram is a parade of haute couture and jewellery, and she is a regular at Paris Fashion Week. But her conspicuous absence from this autumn’s event in France... https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/people/article/3329090/heart-evangelista-how-filipino-style-icons-wealth-came-under-fire?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/people/article/3329090/heart-evangelista-how-filipino-style-icons-wealth-came-under-fire?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 15 Oct 2025 07:28:32 +0000 Sheena Khemaney Sheena Khemaney Heart Evangelista made sure all eyes were on her during autumn/winter 2025 Paris Haute Couture Week. The Filipino fashion influencer sported an array of glamorous looks, from a figure-hugging Schiaparelli dress to an asymmetrical floral number by London-based couturier Robert Wun. Besides being a regular fixture at the shows, Evangelista is one of Asia’s most influential figures. She often graces the region’s magazine covers, and was recently chosen as the face of the rewards campaign by... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/celebrity-style/article/3323149/how-style-heart-evangelista-moncler-and-isabel-marant?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/celebrity-style/article/3323149/how-style-heart-evangelista-moncler-and-isabel-marant?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 04 Sep 2025 20:00:08 +0000 The Swiftonomics boom is real. Mega-pop star Taylor Swift’s six-concert run in Singapore this past week – tied only with Toronto, London and Los Angeles for the same number of shows on her record-breaking Eras Tour – has been widely reported on already for its projected boost to the city state’s tourism and hospitality industries. But among the many fans who flocked to the Lion City for the concerts this past week, we recognised several familiar famous faces. Read on for a breakdown of (most) of... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3254935/9-celebrities-spotted-taylor-swifts-eras-tour-singapore-travis-kelce-blackpinks-lisa-and-shinees?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3254935/9-celebrities-spotted-taylor-swifts-eras-tour-singapore-travis-kelce-blackpinks-lisa-and-shinees?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 11 Mar 2024 10:00:15 +0000 As most people have switched to enjoying their favourite TV shows and films on streaming platforms over the past decade, the heyday for live TV broadcasts seems to have come and gone. Still, there’s no denying the immense impact TV entertainers can have on the audience. And it’s not only those who appear in dramas or variety shows – many of Hong Kong’s famous faces first found fame through appearances on TV commercials. Among the most notable are Ekin Cheng and Cecilia Cheung, who separately... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/celebrity-style/article/3244317/hong-kong-star-karena-ngs-eclectic-luxury-handbag-collection-sunshine-my-life-actress-channels-quiet?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/celebrity-style/article/3244317/hong-kong-star-karena-ngs-eclectic-luxury-handbag-collection-sunshine-my-life-actress-channels-quiet?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 08 Dec 2023 04:00:19 +0000 With a thriving career spanning over two decades, Hong Kong singer and actress Cecilia Cheung recently made headlines with her flawless, contemporary take on Audrey Hepburn’s little black dress circa Breakfast at Tiffany’s during Paris Fashion Week. She shared her whirlwind stint in Paris during fashion week on Xiaohongshu, China’s version of Instagram, where fans praised her age-defying beauty and impeccable style. Cheung first caught the attention of film producers when she appeared in a... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/celebrity-style/article/3243857/5-times-cecilia-cheung-stunned-luxury-fashion-looks-hong-kong-stars-take-audrey-hepburns-breakfast?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/celebrity-style/article/3243857/5-times-cecilia-cheung-stunned-luxury-fashion-looks-hong-kong-stars-take-audrey-hepburns-breakfast?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 06 Dec 2023 04:00:24 +0000 Le Bal des Débutantes is a night of glamour, beauty and celebration that brings together young women from around the world who make their formal debut into high society. The prestigious event is held annually in Paris, and is attended by the daughters and sons of aristocrats, politicians and tycoons. From the elegant haute couture gowns paired with exquisite high jewellery, to the choreographed father-daughter dance, Le Bal is a display of opulence and French tradition. But beyond the glitz and... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/icons-influencers/article/3243781/meet-hong-kong-debs-paris-le-bal-des-debutantes-2023-donnie-yen-and-cissy-wangs-daughter-jasmine-yen?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/icons-influencers/article/3243781/meet-hong-kong-debs-paris-le-bal-des-debutantes-2023-donnie-yen-and-cissy-wangs-daughter-jasmine-yen?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 05 Dec 2023 02:00:16 +0000 Unveiled last month, Bulgari’s Holiday 2023 collection has emerged as an unexpected highlight of the festive season, capturing the hearts of jewellery enthusiasts and aficionados of all things beautiful. Central to this collection is the theme of light, a traditional and meaningful symbol that represents joy, hope, unity and spiritual enlightenment, and one that is even more treasured at this special time of year. My Style: Heart Evangelista’s top 10 fashion tips and lifestyle hacks Warm tones... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3243492/style-edit-anne-hathaway-fronts-bulgaris-holiday-2023-collection-wearing-serpenti-and-diva-dreams?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3243492/style-edit-anne-hathaway-fronts-bulgaris-holiday-2023-collection-wearing-serpenti-and-diva-dreams?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 04 Dec 2023 02:00:08 +0000 Princess Maria-Olympia of Greece and Denmark may be part of a non-reigning royal family, but that doesn’t mean she can’t be crowned in other ways: this stylish royal has just been given the title of the “world’s most eligible single” by Tatler. Days after her aristocrat ex Peregrine Pearson was seen kissing Joe Jonas’ former wife Sophie Turner, the 27-year-old has landed at the top of the British title’s “Little Black Book” list as the most eligible single of 2023. While she seems to be... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3242914/princess-maria-olympia-worlds-most-eligible-single-she-interned-dior-models-louis-vuitton-gucci?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3242914/princess-maria-olympia-worlds-most-eligible-single-she-interned-dior-models-louis-vuitton-gucci?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 27 Nov 2023 20:00:16 +0000 Born in the Philippines and currently based between Manila, Paris and Los Angeles, Heart Evangelista is the definition of a multihyphenate. She started out as an actress more than two decades ago and since then she has become an accomplished visual artist and philanthropist, not to mention a global fashion influencer. A regular at fashion week in Paris, where she graces the front rows at shows by Louis Vuitton, Dior and Saint Laurent, Evangelista is known for her impeccable taste. Here’s a look... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3236927/heart-evangelistas-top-style-tips-and-lifestyle-hacks-filipino-influencer-loves-paris-grace-kelly?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3236927/heart-evangelistas-top-style-tips-and-lifestyle-hacks-filipino-influencer-loves-paris-grace-kelly?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 30 Oct 2023 09:00:15 +0000 Justin Bieber recently sold the rights to his music to Hipgnosis Songs Capital, earning him US$200 million, according to the BBC. The sale gave another boost to his fortune, which is currently estimated at US$300 million, according to Celebrity Net Worth. The Canadian icon has come a long way since his days as a teen YouTuber. As one of the world’s highest-paid artists, the “Baby” singer watched his career continue to skyrocket as his music style changed as he got older. And it’s not just his... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3209432/inside-justin-biebers-incredible-luxury-watch-collection-his-rolex-day-date-ii-worn-popstar-drake?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3209432/inside-justin-biebers-incredible-luxury-watch-collection-his-rolex-day-date-ii-worn-popstar-drake?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 07 Feb 2023 17:51:16 +0000 Chow Yun-fat is widely considered to be that “big brother” every Hongkonger needs or aspires to be. It’s just one of the reasons fans call him “fat gor” – literally “big brother Fat” in Cantonese. As a household name who blazed a trail through the golden age of Hong Kong cinema and Hollywood blockbusters like Pirates of the Caribbean, Chow’s prolific career has earned him what could have been a lifetime of luxury, if he chose. The 67-year-old rose to international stardom in the 80s with... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3209193/where-does-chow-yun-fat-eat-hong-kong-big-brother-frequents-historical-yung-kee-diner-gets?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3209193/where-does-chow-yun-fat-eat-hong-kong-big-brother-frequents-historical-yung-kee-diner-gets?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 06 Feb 2023 04:00:15 +0000 Gisele Bündchen may have just gone through a divorce, but she’s still looking as gorgeous as ever. In fact, she was seen in January horseback riding with her jiu-jitsu instructor in Costa Rica just a few weeks ago, per The Cut. A quick glance at her recent social media posts also show that the supermodel has kept up her healthy routine of yoga, sports and meditation despite news of her split from recently retired NFL quarterback Tom Brady in October 2022. View this post on... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3209192/inside-gisele-bundchens-glowing-wellness-routine-10-unexpected-ways-supermodel-stays-shape-oil?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3209192/inside-gisele-bundchens-glowing-wellness-routine-10-unexpected-ways-supermodel-stays-shape-oil?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 06 Feb 2023 01:44:33 +0000 When Hollywood unleashed Crazy Rich Asians onto the world in 2018, it took Asian representation to a whole new – and glamorous – level, and was met with critical acclaim and a flood of positivity from the community. But the ridiculously wealthy lives of these Asian elites weren’t entirely fictional. If anything, the “real life” versions of the film’s characters might even be considered more ostentatious. Enter Bling Empire, Netflix’s answer to reality TV fans’ prayers. The show came out in... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3208949/12-most-ravishing-looks-bling-empire-new-york-season-1-tina-leungs-tweed-chanel-coat-and-deborah?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3208949/12-most-ravishing-looks-bling-empire-new-york-season-1-tina-leungs-tweed-chanel-coat-and-deborah?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 04 Feb 2023 16:10:08 +0000 Victoria Beckham’s career has certainly been a diverse one, from her early girl band days as a Spice Girl, a solo singer and reality TV star, to Brand Beckham matriarch and fashion house empire. Throughout all of it, she’s remained fiercely loyal to her industry friends and inner circle, often dressing them for special occasions. One thing is for certain: if Beckham has a soft spot for you, you’re bound to be dressed by the designer herself at some point. Here are eight celebrity friends and... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3208880/8-times-victoria-beckham-dressed-celebrity-friends-and-family-designing-eva-longorias-wedding-dress?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3208880/8-times-victoria-beckham-dressed-celebrity-friends-and-family-designing-eva-longorias-wedding-dress?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 03 Feb 2023 16:10:14 +0000 She may have been born in Hong Kong and got her first big break here, but NYC is where she’s unleashing her true fashion self these days. Tina Leung is one of the OG Instagram fashion influencers. Over the past decade, she has befriended, bedazzled and bowled over the “you can’t sit with us” fashion elites. Now her star is shining even brighter thanks to Netflix’s Bling Empire: New York, where viewers are getting to know the other side of Leung. The fashionista is also the gal who cries when... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3208863/10-tina-leungs-most-iconic-outfits-nyc-and-hong-kong-bling-empire-new-york-slaysians-chanel-boots?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3208863/10-tina-leungs-most-iconic-outfits-nyc-and-hong-kong-bling-empire-new-york-slaysians-chanel-boots?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 02 Feb 2023 19:00:08 +0000 On January 11, Delphine Arnault was nominated by her father, luxury magnate Bernard Arnault, to helm Dior. Within days, the fashion house appointed Jimin, one of the seven members of the K-pop supergroup BTS, as the brand’s global ambassador. The singer’s agency, Hybe, directed us to a statement from Dior on Twitter that said Jimin “embodies the spirit and singularity of Dior style”. Delphine’s move comes over a year after her younger brother Alexandre Arnault, an executive vice-president at... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3208725/lvmh-betting-big-k-pop-why-arnault-familys-luxury-conglomerate-tapped-slew-south-korean-idols-become?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3208725/lvmh-betting-big-k-pop-why-arnault-familys-luxury-conglomerate-tapped-slew-south-korean-idols-become?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 02 Feb 2023 00:00:11 +0000 They’re part of a dominating generation of Asian designers, influencers and socialites who have, over the past 10 to 15 years, succeeded in an industry that’s notoriously difficult to get into. Prabal Gurung, Laura Kim, Tina Leung, Phillip Lim and Ezra J. William are the “It” fashion squad of New York and have even coined a name for themselves: the “Slaysians”. But how did they get here? Considering their individual power and influence in the fashion world, it was only going to be a matter of... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3208719/how-slaysians-became-inspiring-pop-culture-movement-tina-leung-phillip-lim-prabal-gurung-laura-kim?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3208719/how-slaysians-became-inspiring-pop-culture-movement-tina-leung-phillip-lim-prabal-gurung-laura-kim?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 01 Feb 2023 21:00:10 +0000 By this point you’d have to have been living under a rock not to have noticed that US rapper and singer Doja Cat has become one of the world’s most famous out-there fashion icons. Known for her bold, unapologetic style, she literally turns heads at every event she appears at with her quirky style takes. A case in point? The “Say So” singer used false lashes to create facial hair during a recent Paris Fashion Week outing. We take a look at some of Doja Cat’s wildest ensembles so far. 1. Fluffy... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3208718/14-outfits-prove-doja-cat-2023s-quirkiest-style-icon-covering-herself-red-swarovski-crystals-and?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3208718/14-outfits-prove-doja-cat-2023s-quirkiest-style-icon-covering-herself-red-swarovski-crystals-and?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 01 Feb 2023 16:10:12 +0000 Heart Evangelista clearly “hearts” Hermès! The Filipino actress, artist and fashion influencer is a certified crazy rich Asian through and through, and it’s no secret that she’s unapologetically Hermès-obsessed. While the 37-year-old is always sure to be toting the latest (or even yet-to-be-released) and most hard-to-acquire bags from the world’s biggest designer brands – Dior, Louis Vuitton and Gucci, to name a few – the style star always gravitates back to her favoured Hermès. The French... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3207551/heart-evangelista-hearts-hermes-5-her-most-chic-handbags-luxury-brand-her-mini-kelly-ii-and-jean?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3207551/heart-evangelista-hearts-hermes-5-her-most-chic-handbags-luxury-brand-her-mini-kelly-ii-and-jean?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 21 Jan 2023 23:00:13 +0000 Georgina Rodríguez, the girlfriend of football superstar Cristiano Ronaldo, is a style icon in her own right with 44 million followers on Instagram. While her designer outfits (often head-to-toe Gucci or Chanel) or her outerwear pieces from activewear brand Alo Yoga generate millions of likes, it’s her Hermès bags that make each ensemble a sartorial stand-out. Here are five ways Rodríguez has rocked her rare Hermès bags, pulling them off with panache. 1. Hermès Birkin Himalaya Rodríguez opted... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3207123/5-georgina-rodriguezs-most-enviable-hermes-bags-cristiano-ronaldos-model-girlfriend-rocks-rare?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3207123/5-georgina-rodriguezs-most-enviable-hermes-bags-cristiano-ronaldos-model-girlfriend-rocks-rare?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 17 Jan 2023 16:05:14 +0000 If we asked you how many millionaires live in Dubai, what would your guess be? If you guessed 67,900, you’d be right. That’s what a report by New World Health and Henley & Partners revealed in September. With such a gigantic number of wealthy people in the emirate, it comes as no surprise that there are now TV shows dedicated to covering the richest of the bunch and their extravagant lives. Enter Netflix’s Dubai Bling, which released its first season on the streaming platform on October 27. It... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3198441/inside-dubai-bling-star-lojain-omrans-luxury-life-she-was-popular-saudi-arabian-tv-host-good-morning?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3198441/inside-dubai-bling-star-lojain-omrans-luxury-life-she-was-popular-saudi-arabian-tv-host-good-morning?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 04 Nov 2022 21:00:13 +0000 A new season means one thing for any finessed fashionista – a chance to change up your look with the latest fashion novelties. For the autumn/winter 2022 season, some of our favourite luxury brands have gone all out. Cartier revealed a new collection of handbags that combine the brand’s go-to emblematic animal with leather. Tod’s has revived its iconic Di bag with a modern twist. And Hermès introduced a new collection of leather goods for you to spoil even the furry members of your family. Let’s... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3196229/3-super-stylish-new-luxury-accessories-autumn/winter-2022?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3196229/3-super-stylish-new-luxury-accessories-autumn/winter-2022?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 18 Oct 2022 02:00:12 +0000 The family tree of 30-year-old model and photographer Roberto Rossellini is a show-stopper. He shares the same name with his grandfather, the renowned Italian film director who married Swedish actress Ingrid Bergman, star of Casablanca, one of the most iconic films ever made. Bergman was also a three-time Academy Award winner. This union produced the actress, model and Lancôme spokesmodel for 14 years, Isabella Rossellini. And though Rossellini junior is Isabella’s adopted son, the two are... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3196173/meet-isabella-rossellinis-hunky-model-son-roberto?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3196173/meet-isabella-rossellinis-hunky-model-son-roberto?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 16 Oct 2022 19:36:27 +0000 Hey oh, Red Hot Chili Peppers (RHCP) is back – again! The 80s Californian rock band has kept busy over the past four decades. It’s currently on the road with The Global Stadium Tour, with a new album, Return of the Dream Canteen, set to release on October 14. It arrives after the group’s twelfth album Unlimited Love came out in just a few months ago in April. Clearly, despite some ups and downs, the men are back on a running streak as their last album before that, The Getaway, was released in... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3195979/whos-richest-red-hot-chili-peppers-net-worths-ranked-how?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3195979/whos-richest-red-hot-chili-peppers-net-worths-ranked-how?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 14 Oct 2022 16:10:07 +0000 Netflix’s Korean-language series Squid Game is (still) its biggest show ever by a wide margin – but there’s competition catching up fast. In the first three weeks after its release, Dahmer was already declared Netflix’s second-biggest English-language series. Netflix handily ranks all seasons of shows by total viewing hours globally in their first 28 days of availability. So, which shows have raked in the most views ever on Netflix? 14. Ozark season four – 491 million hours Description: “A... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/leisure/article/3195949/14-most-successful-netflix-series-all-time-favourite?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/leisure/article/3195949/14-most-successful-netflix-series-all-time-favourite?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 14 Oct 2022 16:05:07 +0000 There’s no denying that 28-year-old Miles Brockman Richie stands out from the crowd. He might be the lesser-known one out of the Richie siblings – his older sister is Nicole Richie Madden, 41, and his younger sister is Sofia Richie, 24 – but he is on a mission to carve a name for himself. He expressed in an interview with Garage that he’d like to develop his own identity, rather than be known as the “son of” or the “brother of” anyone. Although his family legacy is inescapable, he seems to be... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3195857/meet-lionel-richies-hunky-bad-boy-son-miles-brockman?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3195857/meet-lionel-richies-hunky-bad-boy-son-miles-brockman?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 13 Oct 2022 16:10:15 +0000 Throughout 2022, Netflix has been releasing a slew of TV series in the scams and swindles category, feeding the audience’s obsession with today’s biggest con artists. Viewers are seemingly intrigued by learning the ins and outs of the con artist’s mind – and, of course, discovering how they get caught. Not all scammers get put away though, with many of them still roaming free. Here’s a look at this year’s most popular scammers to feature in Netflix shows – and what they’ve been up to … Anna... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3195575/where-are-netflixs-biggest-scam-artists-now-inventing?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3195575/where-are-netflixs-biggest-scam-artists-now-inventing?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 11 Oct 2022 11:00:18 +0000 When the fabulous Dorothy Wang showed up in season two of Netflix’s Bling Empire, we knew we were in for a treat. Riding on that excitement months later, Netflix has since unveiled its first official Bling spin-off that will feature the uber-wealthy Asian-Americans in New York City – with Wang leading the pack as she adjusts to her new life from sunny LA. Bling Empire: New York will have seven official cast members. As seen in the trailer, it promises to offer the same glitz and glamour as its... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3195451/meet-7-crazy-rich-asians-bling-empire-new-york?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3195451/meet-7-crazy-rich-asians-bling-empire-new-york?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 10 Oct 2022 16:05:09 +0000 The funfair lights at Louis Vuitton shone as brightly as the starry front row for the vibrant and infectious spring collection from Nicolas Ghesquière that capped Paris Fashion Week. Dramatic bursts from a tribal drum echoed across the storied cobbles of the Louvre, leading guests to a surreal world of circus mirrors, Las Vegas lights and myriad lattices of tent-like red latex – where clothes were blown up. If Nicolas Ghesquière raised excitement with the circus-like set that curved like a... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/leisure/article/3195179/paris-fashion-week-louis-vuittons-spring/summer-2023-show?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/leisure/article/3195179/paris-fashion-week-louis-vuittons-spring/summer-2023-show?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 07 Oct 2022 20:00:11 +0000 Filipino actress and luxury fashion influencer Heart Evangelista’s star power shows no sign of dimming down. The past two weeks have been jam-packed for the 37-year-old jet-setting socialite: she flew to Milan and Paris to attend the most sought-after fashion shows. Recently, Evangelista hit headlines when she caught the attention of fashion designer Victoria Beckham. In an Instagram post, Beckham shared a reel of Evangelista modelling a double-breasted suit dress with mutton sleeves from her... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3195189/reinvention-heart-evangelista-real-life-crazy-rich-asian?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3195189/reinvention-heart-evangelista-real-life-crazy-rich-asian?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 07 Oct 2022 08:55:27 +0000 Kris Jenner isn’t just the Kardashian/Jenner matriarch – she’s a successful businesswoman who’s helped build many of her kids’ enterprises. It’s no wonder that she now holds a net worth of US$230 million, considering she takes a 10 per cent cut of Kim, Kourtney, Khloé, Rob, Kendall and Kylie’s earnings, per Forbes. Dabbling in many, many trades, one of Kris’ side hustles includes property “flipping”, where shrewd business investments in the property market end up making millions. In fact, the... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3194908/inside-kris-jenners-multi-million-dollar-property-empire?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3194908/inside-kris-jenners-multi-million-dollar-property-empire?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 05 Oct 2022 11:00:11 +0000 Filipino actress, artist, businesswoman, socialite and global style icon Heart Evangelista is known for her sense of style and coveted wardrobe of luxury pieces. The 37-year-old fashionista has recently been seen in Milan, and since then in Paris, flitting from fashion show to fashion show – Victoria Beckham, Hermès, Elie Saab and more. This past week, Heart revealed that she is expecting her first two children after undergoing in vitro fertilisation (IVF) treatment, describing it as “one of the... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3194664/behind-pregnant-heart-evangelistas-fabulous-life-5-not-so?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3194664/behind-pregnant-heart-evangelistas-fabulous-life-5-not-so?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 03 Oct 2022 08:19:34 +0000 Philippine actress Heart Evangelista has revealed she has a baby boy and girl “waiting” for her after undergoing in vitro fertilisation (IVF) treatment, which she described as “one of the toughest, challenging times” in her life. Evangelista, who suffered a miscarriage in 2018, told fashion magazine L’Officiel Philippines it was very difficult and painful when she was injected with fertility hormones. “I had three injections a day over a two-week process. After harvesting and the processes that... https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/people/article/3194103/filipino-actress-heart-evangelista-expecting-baby-boy-and-baby?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/people/article/3194103/filipino-actress-heart-evangelista-expecting-baby-boy-and-baby?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 28 Sep 2022 09:00:09 +0000 Get ready for more drama, glitz and jaw-dropping splurges as binge-tastic Netflix reality show Bling Empire returns to our screens, giving viewers another look into the lavish lifestyles of LA’s ultra rich. The first episode of season two aired on May 13 and not only saw fan favourites Anna Shay and Kane Lim return to screens, but the addition of two new ultra-rich women to the fierce squad. But who is the richest of them all? And who is riding on the designer coattails of their wealthy... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3177662/richest-bling-empire-season-2-cast-members-net-worths?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3177662/richest-bling-empire-season-2-cast-members-net-worths?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 13 May 2022 21:00:17 +0000 While we eagerly await series two, fans of Bling Empire may be wondering what the cast has been up to since we last saw them. The Netflix show exposed the over-the-top lives and personal drama of a group of wealthy Asian and Asian-American friends living in Los Angeles, and we got to see how the likes of Christine Chiu and Anna Shay spend big on last minute holidays, clothes and lavish parties. Here’s what we can expect from the cast in the upcoming instalment, and what each of them have been... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3172752/where-bling-empire-cast-now-and-what-does-season-2-have?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3172752/where-bling-empire-cast-now-and-what-does-season-2-have?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 02 Apr 2022 00:00:15 +0000 Christine Chiu has been one busy woman, running her plastic surgery business, hanging out with Kathy Hilton, shooting season two of popular Netflix reality series Bling Empire, and rediscovering her love of dance on ABC’s Dancing with the Stars. Oh, and being a loving mum to Baby G, of course. In an exclusive interview with STYLE, we chat to her about everything she has been up to these past few months. 4 times Ambani heiress Isha looked a million dollars What’s happening with Bling... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3154458/bling-empires-christine-chiu-heart-evangelista-dorothy?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3154458/bling-empires-christine-chiu-heart-evangelista-dorothy?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 01 Nov 2021 22:00:20 +0000 Hit TV show The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills is back this week for its 11th season. After the drama surrounding actress Denise Richards blew up on the programme last year, fans are super keen to see what’s next. This year will see two new housewives, including the show’s first Asian-American member, Crystal Kung Minkoff. The 35-year-old has already piqued many fans’ interest with her lavish lifestyle, extraordinary family background and her opinion on the current spike in Asian-American hate... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3134390/who-crystal-kung-minkoff-first-asian-american-cast-member?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3134390/who-crystal-kung-minkoff-first-asian-american-cast-member?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 21 May 2021 21:00:11 +0000 Wedding celebrations come in many shapes and forms, from simple to splurges. In the Philippines, there may be no single template for weddings, but they tend to be large and lavish affairs with a deep sense of family and tradition. Filipino celebrity weddings, of course, are usually extravagant affairs showing off the couple’s social status and wealth. From televised ceremonies to crystal-embellished gowns, here are five of the most luxurious matrimonies. Crazy rich Malaysian weddings Heart... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3134139/crazy-rich-asian-weddings-philippines-heart-evangelista?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3134139/crazy-rich-asian-weddings-philippines-heart-evangelista?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 20 May 2021 03:20:55 +0000 1. How does Elon Musk spend his billions? On properties, cars ... and charitable donations. Learn more 2. How does Chinese K-pop idol Huang Zitao spend his wealth? He loves cars, private jets and designer fashion. Learn more 3. What does Dua Lipa do with her millions? Bling, fashion and fast cars, of course. Learn more 4. How does Girls’ Generation’s Taeyeon spend her millions? Expensive fashion, sure, but also on her lucky friends. Learn more 5. How does Lee Si-young, diva of Netflix’s... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3126438/how-15-celebrities-spend-their-epic-wealth-elon-musk?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3126438/how-15-celebrities-spend-their-epic-wealth-elon-musk?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 23 Mar 2021 08:26:54 +0000 It’s been 23 years since Heart Evangelista began her rise to stardom in the Philippines. First spotted acting on a kid-friendly show called G-mik, she’s gone on to become an influencer, TV host, singer, model, philanthropist, and even a painter. She boasts an impressive 7.6 million followers on Instagram and 2.3 million subscribers on YouTube. So how did she get there, and what were the events and milestones that got her on her way? She comes from a wealthy background Evangelista is the... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3125983/heart-evangelistas-rise-stardom-modelling-louis-vuitton-and?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3125983/heart-evangelistas-rise-stardom-modelling-louis-vuitton-and?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 19 Mar 2021 01:00:18 +0000 Naphaporn “Lek” Bodiratnangkura carries the load of her family’s considerable legacy upon her shoulders. Her great-grandfather was property magnate Lert Sreshthaputra, or “Nai Lert”, and her more immediate ancestors have continued to grow the family business, expanding its portfolio of properties. Now Lek serves as managing director of the Nai Lert Group and CEO of subsidiary Nai Lert Park Development. But if the heiress of this 136-year-old company appears to wear the weight of expectation... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3124525/meet-thailands-paris-hilton-naphaporn-lek-bodiratnangkura?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3124525/meet-thailands-paris-hilton-naphaporn-lek-bodiratnangkura?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 08 Mar 2021 07:00:11 +0000 Netflix’s Bling Empire might be lauded as the best new reality TV show to binge right now, but the series also has its fair share of naysayers – it most recently came under fire for tone-deafness and unflattering depictions of its stars.  8 films and TV shows Barack and Michelle Obama are developing with Netflix East Asian-Americans definitely face their fair share of stereotypes, most frequently finding themselves placed on a restrictive pedestal as the “model minority”. American films and TV... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3123322/bling-empire-and-crazy-rich-asians-vs-americas-model?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3123322/bling-empire-and-crazy-rich-asians-vs-americas-model?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 01 Mar 2021 02:00:21 +0000 What’s Lunar New Year without plenty of gold? And what better way to bring good fortune and prosperity – not to mention glitz and glamour! – into your home than with the most auspicious colour of the year? The festivities might be over, but we’re keeping the party going with sparkly accessories – just like Nicki Minaj.  Although the events of the past year may have left much to be desired, we’re welcoming a fresh start and new beginnings now that the Year of the Ox is here. From Givenchy to... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3122049/5-glittering-gold-handbags-glam-nicki-minaj-luxury-fashion?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3122049/5-glittering-gold-handbags-glam-nicki-minaj-luxury-fashion?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 17 Feb 2021 09:36:21 +0000 Named one of the world’s leading luxury influencers last year by Forbes France, Filipino actress and socialite Heart Evangelista seems to have added another feather to her cap: she recently graced a digital billboard advertisement in New York’s Times Square in collaboration with IA’s Threads by Ia Faraoni, a sustainable fashion brand that specialises in bags and minaudières made by Filipino artisans. The ad features Evangelista carrying the brand’s Panda Minaudière, named after her dog,... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3121951/how-does-heart-evangelista-spend-her-millions-filipino?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3121951/how-does-heart-evangelista-spend-her-millions-filipino?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 17 Feb 2021 00:00:19 +0000 If celebrities live extravagant, high-flying lives, that goes double for their pets.  Priyanka Chopra Jonas is a famous dog lover who often posts photos of cosy and sweet family moments with husband Nick Jonas and pets Diana, Gino and Panda, who all have their own social media accounts. Much-loved chihuahua Diana even has 162,000 followers, looking glam beside Priyanka flashing a Tiffany & Co. collar and a mini Dolce & Gabbana signature Devotion bag. View this post on... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3110912/priyanka-chopra-and-nick-jonas-spoil-their-dog-tiffany?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3110912/priyanka-chopra-and-nick-jonas-spoil-their-dog-tiffany?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 22 Nov 2020 22:00:17 +0000 From starting a hobby to curb lockdown boredom, to ditching their rich parents’ help to make it on their own, these real-life crazy rich Asians may have every luxury at their fingertips, but in many cases, they’re just like us. Hong Kong’s real-life Crazy Rich Asians Rudy Rong, China Estimated family net worth: US$2 billion Great team bounding experience.Thanks so much for the NBC shooting crew and all new partners to join Magic Cube! pic.twitter.com/1tjZcCLn7t — Rudy Rong (@RudyRong3) December... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3110474/real-life-crazy-rich-asians-who-are-just-us-heart?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3110474/real-life-crazy-rich-asians-who-are-just-us-heart?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 19 Nov 2020 04:45:27 +0000 The pandemic might be a tough time for the world’s “hoomans”, but let’s be honest, our four-legged friends are having a ball. If you think your dog has a better life now that you’re around all the time #WFH, then consider these ultra-spoiled pooches, whose famous designer and influencer parents have been helping them live their very best lives during Covid-19. In fact, these adorable creatures seem to have spent the last few months enjoying private pampering sessions, stepping out in glamorous... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3107462/chiara-ferragnis-french-bulldog-matilda-marc-jacobs-bull?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3107462/chiara-ferragnis-french-bulldog-matilda-marc-jacobs-bull?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 28 Oct 2020 22:00:27 +0000