Kim Lim - Revision history

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	In 2018, Kim donated houses to the homeless in Mongolia. She visited the eldercare and childcare homes in Mongolia to understand what the less privileged needed in their homes.<ref>Cheow, Sue-Ann. “[https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/local-socialite-kim-lim-donates-homes-to-the-homeless-in-mongolia Local socialite Kim Lim donates homes to the homeless in Mongolia]”. ''The Straits Times.'' November 7, 2018. Accessed on 6 February 2020.</ref> While there, she also brought the children to see The Great Mongolian Circus.<ref>“[https://sg.theasianparent.com/singapore-socialite-kim-lim Singapore socialite Kim Lim praised for building homes for the poor]”. ''The Asian Parent.'' Accessed on 6 February 2020. </ref> Her charitable acts were covered by Mongolian media outlets.<ref>Cheow, Sue-Ann. “[https://www.asiaone.com/singapore/socialite-kim-lim-hailed-building-homes-mongolia Socialite Kim Lim hailed for building homes in Mongoli]a”. ''Asia One.'' November 7, 2018. Accessed on 6 February 2020. </ref> Kim posted a photograph of the built homes on her Instagram page, captioning it with an aspiration for her son to "understand the joy of paying it forward" when he is older.		In 2018, Kim donated houses to the homeless in Mongolia. She visited the eldercare and childcare homes in Mongolia to understand what the less privileged needed in their homes.<ref>Cheow, Sue-Ann. “[https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/local-socialite-kim-lim-donates-homes-to-the-homeless-in-mongolia Local socialite Kim Lim donates homes to the homeless in Mongolia]”. ''The Straits Times.'' November 7, 2018. Accessed on 6 February 2020.</ref> While there, she also brought the children to see The Great Mongolian Circus.<ref>“[https://sg.theasianparent.com/singapore-socialite-kim-lim Singapore socialite Kim Lim praised for building homes for the poor]”. ''The Asian Parent.'' Accessed on 6 February 2020. </ref> Her charitable acts were covered by Mongolian media outlets.<ref>Cheow, Sue-Ann. “[https://www.asiaone.com/singapore/socialite-kim-lim-hailed-building-homes-mongolia Socialite Kim Lim hailed for building homes in Mongoli]a”. ''Asia One.'' November 7, 2018. Accessed on 6 February 2020. </ref> Kim posted a photograph of the built homes on her Instagram page, captioning it with an aspiration for her son to "understand the joy of paying it forward" when he is older.
	==Newsworthy incidents==		==Newsworthy incidents==
	=== Extravagant, celebrity-filled birthday bash (2022) ===
			===YouTube "Tell-All" with Xiaxue (2023) ===
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			On 10 November 2023, Singapore influencer Xiaxue published a video on her personal YouTube channel featuring Kim in the first of a 3-part series about her personal life.<ref>Xiaxue. "[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qfLJwH5oftc Kim Lim Tells All - Part 1 of 3]". ''YouTube''. November 10th, 2023. Accessed 16th November 2023.</ref> In the video, the duo revealed that they first met on a client trip to Europe and Xiaxue sings praises about her loyalty and her down-to-earth personality as a friend.

			==== Rough childhood from her parents' divorce and abuse within the family ====
			Kim details that the physical abuse in the form of beatings and cigarette burns began when she was only 6 or 7 years old, the perpetrator was a family member who she did not name. She went on to emphasize that the perpetrator was not her father, and that the abuse would happen when this family member would return intoxicated. The abuse only came to light and was discovered by her father who after she called out for help.<blockquote>''“Whenever I talk about this period of my life, I try my best not to cry, but it just comes, especially when I remember the cigarette burns, and it’s something I am trying to erase,”''<ref name=":9">Wong, Bryan. "[https://cnalifestyle.channelnewsasia.com/entertainment/kim-lim-xiaxue-interview-378381 Socialite Kim Lim opens up about childhood abuse in tell-all interview with internet personality Xiaxue]". ''CNA Lifestyle''. November 11, 2023. Accessed 16 November 2023.</ref></blockquote>In the video, Kim mentions that the abuse was the trigger that led her father to send her to London for boarding school when she was a mere child at the age of 12.<ref name=":9" />

			===Extravagant, celebrity-filled birthday bash (2022)===
	On 24 July 2022, Kim made headlines once more for an elaborate joint birthday party for her 31st birthday and her son, Kyden’s, 5th birthday that was held on 23 July.<ref name=":6">Toh, Ziyi. “[https://www.8days.sg/entertainment/local/kim-lim-son-birthday-carnival-sentosa-charity-666421 Kim Lim & Son’s 2-Day Birthday Carnival In Sentosa Was Attended By Guests Like Zoe Tay, Xiaxue & Youths From Boys' Town Charity]”. ''8 Days''. July 26, 2022. Accessed 2 August 2022.</ref> Titled the “Kandy Karnival”, the party featured a carnival-Pokémon-themed setup complete with various photo taking feature walls, “a 30-feet tall, 1,000kg castle, 3,000-feet drapes, 72 rainbow doors, 10,000 toys and balloons” as revealed by her party planner.<ref name=":6" />		On 24 July 2022, Kim made headlines once more for an elaborate joint birthday party for her 31st birthday and her son, Kyden’s, 5th birthday that was held on 23 July.<ref name=":6">Toh, Ziyi. “[https://www.8days.sg/entertainment/local/kim-lim-son-birthday-carnival-sentosa-charity-666421 Kim Lim & Son’s 2-Day Birthday Carnival In Sentosa Was Attended By Guests Like Zoe Tay, Xiaxue & Youths From Boys' Town Charity]”. ''8 Days''. July 26, 2022. Accessed 2 August 2022.</ref> Titled the “Kandy Karnival”, the party featured a carnival-Pokémon-themed setup complete with various photo taking feature walls, “a 30-feet tall, 1,000kg castle, 3,000-feet drapes, 72 rainbow doors, 10,000 toys and balloons” as revealed by her party planner.<ref name=":6" />

	The party also had an equally shiny guest list with celebrities such as Zoe Tay, Xiaxue, JianHao Tan, children from Boys' Town charity and more.<ref name=":6" />		The party also had an equally shiny guest list with celebrities such as Zoe Tay, Xiaxue, JianHao Tan, children from Boys' Town charity and more.<ref name=":6" />
	=== Deleting all Instagram photos of her husband (2022) ===		===Deleting all Instagram photos of her husband (2022)===
	In an article published by The Straits Times on 3 June 2022, Kim was said to have deleted all Instagram photos of her current husband, Leslie Leow.<ref name=":7">Sng, Suzanne. “[https://www.straitstimes.com/life/entertainment/socialite-kim-lim-deletes-all-instagram-photos-of-her-husband Socialite Kim Lim deletes all Instagram photos of her husband]". ''The Straits Times''. June 3, 2022. Accessed 2 August 2022.</ref> These include the photos of her engagement, betrothal gifts and pre-wedding party.		In an article published by The Straits Times on 3 June 2022, Kim was said to have deleted all Instagram photos of her current husband, Leslie Leow.<ref name=":7">Sng, Suzanne. “[https://www.straitstimes.com/life/entertainment/socialite-kim-lim-deletes-all-instagram-photos-of-her-husband Socialite Kim Lim deletes all Instagram photos of her husband]". ''The Straits Times''. June 3, 2022. Accessed 2 August 2022.</ref> These include the photos of her engagement, betrothal gifts and pre-wedding party.

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	[[File:Seungri and Kim Lim.jpg\|thumb\|''Kim Lim and BigBang's Seungri were close friends. Photo from [https://www.8days.sg/sceneandheard/entertainment/kim-lim-denies-any-involvement-in-seungri-s-scandal-11378452 8 Days].'']]		[[File:Seungri and Kim Lim.jpg\|thumb\|''Kim Lim and BigBang's Seungri were close friends. Photo from [https://www.8days.sg/sceneandheard/entertainment/kim-lim-denies-any-involvement-in-seungri-s-scandal-11378452 8 Days].'']]
	The “Burning Sun” sex scandal was one that involved the Korean entertainment industry. Seungri had been accused of prostituting girls to wealthy investors.<ref>Bahk, Eun-ji. “[https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/entertainment/article/3007756/k-pop-star-seungri-arranged-prostitutes-investors-2015-say K-pop star Seungri arranged prostitutes for investors in 2015, say police]”. ''South China Morning Post.'' April 26, 2019. Accessed on 6 February 2020. </ref> However, he claimed that those allegations were untrue.<ref>“[https://www.sbs.com.au/popasia/blog/2019/03/20/seungri-denies-allegations-prostitution-services-says-he-and-friends-were-bluffing Seungri denies allegations of prostitution services, says he and friends were 'bluffing']”. ''SBS.'' March 20, 2019. Accessed on 6 February 2020. </ref> Instead, Seungri said that those girls were meant to accompany Kim while she shopped in Seoul.<ref>O, Hana. “[http://theindependent.sg/billionaire-peter-lims-socialite-daughter-kim-separates-herself-from-the-k-pop-seungri-scandal/ Billionaire Peter Lim’s socialite daughter Kim separates herself from the K-Pop Seungri scandal]”. ''The Independent.'' March 27, 2019. Accessed on 5 February 2020. </ref> Kim had been implicated in the event due to her close friendship with Seungri, a member of the K-pop group Big Bang. The two have been public about their friendship. Once, Seungri was stranded in Bali after a volcano eruption halted airport services. Kim had her father send over a private jet to evacuate Seungri from the island.<ref>Tan, Kendra. “[https://www.8days.sg/sceneandheard/entertainment/kim-lim-denies-any-involvement-in-seungri-s-scandal-11378452 Kim Lim Denies Any Involvement In Seungri’s Scandal]”. ''Today.'' March 25, 2019. Accessed on 6 February 2020. </ref> The two had also attended a Valencia match in Spain where Kim requested for BigBang’s hit song “Fantastic Baby” to be played during half-time.<ref>Heng, Melissa. “[https://www.straitstimes.com/lifestyle/singapore-tycoon-peter-lims-daughter-kim-attends-valencia-match-with-bigbangs-seungri Singapore tycoon Peter Lim's daughter Kim attends Valencia match with BigBang's Seungri]”. ''The Straits Times.'' January 7, 2015. Accessed on 6 February 2020.</ref>		The “Burning Sun” sex scandal was one that involved the Korean entertainment industry. Seungri had been accused of prostituting girls to wealthy investors.<ref>Bahk, Eun-ji. “[https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/entertainment/article/3007756/k-pop-star-seungri-arranged-prostitutes-investors-2015-say K-pop star Seungri arranged prostitutes for investors in 2015, say police]”. ''South China Morning Post.'' April 26, 2019. Accessed on 6 February 2020. </ref> However, he claimed that those allegations were untrue.<ref>“[https://www.sbs.com.au/popasia/blog/2019/03/20/seungri-denies-allegations-prostitution-services-says-he-and-friends-were-bluffing Seungri denies allegations of prostitution services, says he and friends were 'bluffing']”. ''SBS.'' March 20, 2019. Accessed on 6 February 2020. </ref> Instead, Seungri said that those girls were meant to accompany Kim while she shopped in Seoul.<ref>O, Hana. “[http://theindependent.sg/billionaire-peter-lims-socialite-daughter-kim-separates-herself-from-the-k-pop-seungri-scandal/ Billionaire Peter Lim’s socialite daughter Kim separates herself from the K-Pop Seungri scandal]”. ''The Independent.'' March 27, 2019. Accessed on 5 February 2020. </ref> Kim had been implicated in the event due to her close friendship with Seungri, a member of the K-pop group Big Bang. The two have been public about their friendship. Once, Seungri was stranded in Bali after a volcano eruption halted airport services. Kim had her father send over a private jet to evacuate Seungri from the island.<ref>Tan, Kendra. “[https://www.8days.sg/sceneandheard/entertainment/kim-lim-denies-any-involvement-in-seungri-s-scandal-11378452 Kim Lim Denies Any Involvement In Seungri’s Scandal]”. ''Today.'' March 25, 2019. Accessed on 6 February 2020. </ref> The two had also attended a Valencia match in Spain where Kim requested for BigBang’s hit song “Fantastic Baby” to be played during half-time.<ref>Heng, Melissa. “[https://www.straitstimes.com/lifestyle/singapore-tycoon-peter-lims-daughter-kim-attends-valencia-match-with-bigbangs-seungri Singapore tycoon Peter Lim's daughter Kim attends Valencia match with BigBang's Seungri]”. ''The Straits Times.'' January 7, 2015. Accessed on 6 February 2020.</ref>
	==== Kim Lim response ====		====Kim Lim response====
	Kim had publicly denied any involvement in the Burning Sun scandal through a series of Instagram stories,<ref>Ng, Cherylnn. “[https://stomp.straitstimes.com/singapore-seen/singapore-socialite-kim-lim-denies-involvement-with-seungris-nightclub-scandal Singapore socialite Kim Lim denies involvement with Seungri's nightclub scandal]”. ''Stomp.'' March 25, 2019. Accessed on 6 February 2020.</ref> stating that:<blockquote>"I am embroiled in this matter simply because I happened to be there that night. I was simply at the wrong place and at the wrong time."<ref>“[https://www.straitstimes.com/lifestyle/entertainment/billionaire-peter-lims-daughter-kim-says-she-is-not-involved-in-seungris Billionaire Peter Lim's daughter Kim says she is not involved in Seungri's scandals]”. ''The Straits Times.'' March 24, 2019. Accessed on 5 February 2020.</ref></blockquote>She added that before people caught wind of the scandal, Seungri had called her and asked her a few “weird questions”. Kim stated that she was left confused after the phone call.<ref>“[https://www.koreaboo.com/news/kim-lim-denies-involvement-seungris-scandal-says-seungri-asked-weird-questions/ Kim Lim Denies All Involvement With Seungri’s Scandal And Says Seungri Asked Her “Weird Questions”]”. ''KoreaBoo.'' March 24, 2019. Accessed on 6 February 2020.</ref> The series of posts ended with a warning to news outlets to stop associating her with the saga.<ref>“[https://www.allkpop.com/article/2019/03/singaporean-heiress-kim-lim-recounts-strange-phone-conversation-with-seungri-denies-involvement-in-alleged-criminal-activity Singaporean heiress Kim Lim recounts strange phone conversation with Seungri; denies any involvement]”. ''AllKPop.'' March 24, 2019. Accessed on 6 February 2020.</ref>		Kim had publicly denied any involvement in the Burning Sun scandal through a series of Instagram stories,<ref>Ng, Cherylnn. “[https://stomp.straitstimes.com/singapore-seen/singapore-socialite-kim-lim-denies-involvement-with-seungris-nightclub-scandal Singapore socialite Kim Lim denies involvement with Seungri's nightclub scandal]”. ''Stomp.'' March 25, 2019. Accessed on 6 February 2020.</ref> stating that:<blockquote>"I am embroiled in this matter simply because I happened to be there that night. I was simply at the wrong place and at the wrong time."<ref>“[https://www.straitstimes.com/lifestyle/entertainment/billionaire-peter-lims-daughter-kim-says-she-is-not-involved-in-seungris Billionaire Peter Lim's daughter Kim says she is not involved in Seungri's scandals]”. ''The Straits Times.'' March 24, 2019. Accessed on 5 February 2020.</ref></blockquote>She added that before people caught wind of the scandal, Seungri had called her and asked her a few “weird questions”. Kim stated that she was left confused after the phone call.<ref>“[https://www.koreaboo.com/news/kim-lim-denies-involvement-seungris-scandal-says-seungri-asked-weird-questions/ Kim Lim Denies All Involvement With Seungri’s Scandal And Says Seungri Asked Her “Weird Questions”]”. ''KoreaBoo.'' March 24, 2019. Accessed on 6 February 2020.</ref> The series of posts ended with a warning to news outlets to stop associating her with the saga.<ref>“[https://www.allkpop.com/article/2019/03/singaporean-heiress-kim-lim-recounts-strange-phone-conversation-with-seungri-denies-involvement-in-alleged-criminal-activity Singaporean heiress Kim Lim recounts strange phone conversation with Seungri; denies any involvement]”. ''AllKPop.'' March 24, 2019. Accessed on 6 February 2020.</ref>
	===Spat with Valencia Football Club's fans (2016)===		===Spat with Valencia Football Club's fans (2016)===

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	[[File:274778030 701369684567021 4063046064195059903 n.jpg\|thumb\|''Kim and Leslie during their pre-wedding event. Photo from [https://www.instagram.com/p/Cad6lTjPlRH/ Instagram].'']]		[[File:274778030 701369684567021 4063046064195059903 n.jpg\|thumb\|''Kim and Leslie during their pre-wedding event. Photo from [https://www.instagram.com/p/Cad6lTjPlRH/ Instagram].'']]
	Inspired by [[wikipedia:The_Great_Gatsby\|The Great Gatsby]], both bride and groom, as well as invited socialites doned high fashion pieces. <ref name=":4" /> Leslie wore a black three-piece suit with a bowtie, while Kim had three outfit changes - a two-piece from [https://www.theivory.sg Ivory Bridal] embellished with a Bvlgari Serpenti necklace, black [http://www.nicoleandfeliciacouture.com Nicole + Felicia] outfit, and a one-shoulder dress with a thigh-high slit. <ref name=":4" />		Inspired by [[wikipedia:The_Great_Gatsby\|The Great Gatsby]], both bride and groom, as well as invited socialites doned high fashion pieces. <ref name=":4" /> Leslie wore a black three-piece suit with a bowtie, while Kim had three outfit changes - a two-piece from [https://www.theivory.sg Ivory Bridal] embellished with a Bvlgari Serpenti necklace, black [http://www.nicoleandfeliciacouture.com Nicole + Felicia] outfit, and a one-shoulder dress with a thigh-high slit. <ref name=":4" />

	=== Divorce from Leslie Leow ===		=== Divorce from Leslie Leow ===
	Just months after Kim Lim's lavish wedding, it was reported that the couple had split. An article published by Must Share News on 2 December 2022 detailed how the marriage "comprised daily quarrels and wasn’t the “sweet and warm” life she had initially envisioned."<ref name=":8">Must Share News. "[https://mustsharenews.com/kim-lim-divorces-husband/?utm_source=telegram Singapore Socialite Kim Lim Divorces 2nd Husband After 2 Months Of Marriage]". ''Must Share News''. December 2, 2022. Accessed 6 December 2022.</ref> Kim also went on to say that she might have "rushed into the union too quickly without getting to know the other party well enough" and she "she suffered mentally as a result of her husband’s harsh words".<ref name=":8" /> The couple's marriage only lasted two months.		Just months after Kim Lim's lavish wedding, it was reported that the couple had split. An article published by Must Share News on 2 December 2022 detailed how the marriage "comprised daily quarrels and wasn’t the “sweet and warm” life she had initially envisioned."<ref name=":8">Must Share News. "[https://mustsharenews.com/kim-lim-divorces-husband/?utm_source=telegram Singapore Socialite Kim Lim Divorces 2nd Husband After 2 Months Of Marriage]". ''Must Share News''. December 2, 2022. Accessed 6 December 2022.</ref> Kim also went on to say that she might have "rushed into the union too quickly without getting to know the other party well enough" and she "she suffered mentally as a result of her husband’s harsh words".<ref name=":8" /> The couple's marriage only lasted two months.

	==Charity work==		==Charity work==
	[[File:Kim Lim Charity 2019.jpg\|thumb\|''Kim pictured in 2019 at a community involvement event. Photo from [https://www.instagram.com/p/B0dgqmfFUgf/ Instagram].'' ]]		[[File:Kim Lim Charity 2019.jpg\|thumb\|''Kim pictured in 2019 at a community involvement event. Photo from [https://www.instagram.com/p/B0dgqmfFUgf/ Instagram].'' ]]

Kimberly Wong: Updated with Kim's divorce

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Updated with Kim's divorce

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	Kim Lim (born 1992) is Singaporean socialite, being the daughter of Singaporean billionaire Peter Lim.<ref>Loh, Keng Fatt. “[https://www.asiaone.com/singapore/actress-han-hyo-joo-joins-peter-lims-daughter-kim-taking-legal-action-over-k-pop-scandal Actress Han Hyo-joo joins Peter Lim's daughter Kim in taking legal action over K-pop scandal gossip]”. ''Asia One.'' May 11, 2019. Accessed on 5 February 2020. </ref><ref>Cheow, Sue-Ann. [https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/local-socialite-kim-lim-donates-homes-to-the-homeless-in-mongolia “Local socialite Kim Lim donates homes to the homeless in Mongolia]”. ''The Straits Times.'' November 7, 2018. Accessed on 5 February 2020. </ref> Despite her social media presence on [https://www.instagram.com/kimlimhl/ Instagram] where she has over 320,000 followers, Kim keeps a relatively low-profile family life - even managing to keep her pregnancy out of the public eye.<ref>Haddad, Hanan. “[https://www.harpersbazaar.com.sg/life/celebrities/socialite-kim-lim-surprise-pregnancy/ SOCIALITE KIM LIM AND HER SURPRISE PREGNANCY]”. ''Harper’s Bazaar.'' July 21, 2017. Accessed on 5 February 2020. </ref> However, her connections with high-profile celebrities like ~~Christiano~~ Ronaldo, David Beckham and Big Bang's Seungri has brought her into the limelight on several occasions. Kim has been described as a down-to-earth person and spends a substantial amount of her time doing charity work.<ref>Yeo, Melissa. “[https://mustsharenews.com/rich-kids-of-sg-instagram/ 11 Rich Kids Of Instagram – Singapore Version]”. ''Must Share News.'' February 26, 2015. Accessed on 5 February 2020. </ref>		Kim Lim (born 1992) is Singaporean socialite, being the daughter of Singaporean billionaire Peter Lim.<ref>Loh, Keng Fatt. “[https://www.asiaone.com/singapore/actress-han-hyo-joo-joins-peter-lims-daughter-kim-taking-legal-action-over-k-pop-scandal Actress Han Hyo-joo joins Peter Lim's daughter Kim in taking legal action over K-pop scandal gossip]”. ''Asia One.'' May 11, 2019. Accessed on 5 February 2020. </ref><ref>Cheow, Sue-Ann. [https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/local-socialite-kim-lim-donates-homes-to-the-homeless-in-mongolia “Local socialite Kim Lim donates homes to the homeless in Mongolia]”. ''The Straits Times.'' November 7, 2018. Accessed on 5 February 2020. </ref> Despite her social media presence on [https://www.instagram.com/kimlimhl/ Instagram] where she has over 320,000 followers, Kim keeps a relatively low-profile family life - even managing to keep her pregnancy out of the public eye.<ref>Haddad, Hanan. “[https://www.harpersbazaar.com.sg/life/celebrities/socialite-kim-lim-surprise-pregnancy/ SOCIALITE KIM LIM AND HER SURPRISE PREGNANCY]”. ''Harper’s Bazaar.'' July 21, 2017. Accessed on 5 February 2020. </ref> However, her connections with high-profile celebrities like Cristiano Ronaldo, David Beckham and Big Bang's Seungri has brought her into the limelight on several occasions. Kim has been described as a down-to-earth person and spends a substantial amount of her time doing charity work.<ref>Yeo, Melissa. “[https://mustsharenews.com/rich-kids-of-sg-instagram/ 11 Rich Kids Of Instagram – Singapore Version]”. ''Must Share News.'' February 26, 2015. Accessed on 5 February 2020. </ref>

	==Background==		==Background==
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	====Pregnancy====		====Pregnancy====
	On 5 July 2017, Kim gave birth to her son, Kyden Kho.<ref>Teo, Teng Kiat. “[https://www.todayonline.com/sports/football/cristiano-ronaldo-sparks-fan-frenzy-singapore Cristiano Ronaldo sparks fan frenzy in Singapore]”. ''Today.'' July 21, 2017. Accessed on 6 February 2020. </ref> She had opted for an elective C-section at Thomson Medical Centre, which is also owned by her father.<ref>“[https://www.reuters.com/article/thomsonmedical-idUSSGE69S0IM20101029 Singapore billionaire offers $396 mln for Thomson Medical]”. ''Reuters.'' October 29, 2010. Accessed on 6 February 2020. </ref> During her pregnancy, Kim stayed off social media as she wanted to keep her pregnancy private.<ref>Ab, Suhana. “[https://www.prestigeonline.com/sg/people-events/people/kim-lim-hid-baby-bump-life-new-mum/ Kim Lim On Why She Hid Her Baby Bump And Life As A New Mum]”. ''Prestige Online.'' June 7, 2018. Accessed on 5 February 2020.</ref> The news of her pregnancy only made headlines when Portuguese footballer ~~Christiano~~ Ronaldo visited Kim and Kyden at the hospital.<ref>Chan Kit Whye, Sean. “[https://mustsharenews.com/kim-lim-baby/ Peter Lim’s Daughter Kim Lim Gave Birth, And Nobody Knew Until Cristiano Ronaldo Visited]”. ''Must Share News.'' July 21, 2017. Accessed on 6 February 2020.</ref> Following the news, there were speculations that Kim had gotten a shotgun wedding.<ref>Fam, Jonathan. “[https://www.8days.sg/sceneandheard/celebrities/billionaire-heiress-kim-lim-opens-up-about-her-privileged-life-10312200 Billionaire Heiress Kim Lim Opens Up About Her Privileged Life, Her Battle With An Eating Disorder & How Her Son Changed Everything]”. ''8 Days.'' June 4, 2018. Accessed on 5 February 2020. </ref> Kim refuted these rumours in 2018, insisting that she had a planned pregnancy. Three days after giving birth, Kim announced that her wedding celebration was going to be held on 23 March 2018. The banquet was then postponed to October 2018.<ref>“[https://sg.theasianparent.com/kim-lim Kim Lim postpones her wedding to October, and here's why!]”. ''The Asian Parent.'' Accessed on 5 February 2020. </ref>		On 5 July 2017, Kim gave birth to her son, Kyden Kho.<ref>Teo, Teng Kiat. “[https://www.todayonline.com/sports/football/cristiano-ronaldo-sparks-fan-frenzy-singapore Cristiano Ronaldo sparks fan frenzy in Singapore]”. ''Today.'' July 21, 2017. Accessed on 6 February 2020. </ref> She had opted for an elective C-section at Thomson Medical Centre, which is also owned by her father.<ref>“[https://www.reuters.com/article/thomsonmedical-idUSSGE69S0IM20101029 Singapore billionaire offers $396 mln for Thomson Medical]”. ''Reuters.'' October 29, 2010. Accessed on 6 February 2020. </ref> During her pregnancy, Kim stayed off social media as she wanted to keep her pregnancy private.<ref>Ab, Suhana. “[https://www.prestigeonline.com/sg/people-events/people/kim-lim-hid-baby-bump-life-new-mum/ Kim Lim On Why She Hid Her Baby Bump And Life As A New Mum]”. ''Prestige Online.'' June 7, 2018. Accessed on 5 February 2020.</ref> The news of her pregnancy only made headlines when Portuguese footballer Cristiano Ronaldo visited Kim and Kyden at the hospital.<ref>Chan Kit Whye, Sean. “[https://mustsharenews.com/kim-lim-baby/ Peter Lim’s Daughter Kim Lim Gave Birth, And Nobody Knew Until Cristiano Ronaldo Visited]”. ''Must Share News.'' July 21, 2017. Accessed on 6 February 2020.</ref> Following the news, there were speculations that Kim had gotten a shotgun wedding.<ref>Fam, Jonathan. “[https://www.8days.sg/sceneandheard/celebrities/billionaire-heiress-kim-lim-opens-up-about-her-privileged-life-10312200 Billionaire Heiress Kim Lim Opens Up About Her Privileged Life, Her Battle With An Eating Disorder & How Her Son Changed Everything]”. ''8 Days.'' June 4, 2018. Accessed on 5 February 2020. </ref> Kim refuted these rumours in 2018, insisting that she had a planned pregnancy. Three days after giving birth, Kim announced that her wedding celebration was going to be held on 23 March 2018. The banquet was then postponed to October 2018.<ref>“[https://sg.theasianparent.com/kim-lim Kim Lim postpones her wedding to October, and here's why!]”. ''The Asian Parent.'' Accessed on 5 February 2020. </ref>

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	On 30 September 2021, Kim uploaded a series of photos to Instagram detailing the intimate, surprise proposal her fiance had planned with the help of her friends.<ref>“[https://www.instagram.com/p/CUbus0IPHrA/ ''After one big big round (years) 🤣🤣🤣🤣 finally opened my eyes BIG BIG. YES TO YOU A THOUSAND TIMES OVER AND OVER AGAIN! @waleoweh'']”. Instagram. 30 September, 2021. Accessed on 14 January 2022.</ref> Social media influence, Wendy Cheng, who goes by the moniker XiaXue also posted in an Instagram that Kim had revealed the cost of her engagement ring, and the former said it was equivalent to an HDB flat.<ref name=":2">Lee, Wei Lin. “[https://www.todayonline.com/8days/kim-lims-engagement-ring-apparently-costs-much-hdb-flat-4-other-massive-celeb-engagement-rings ''Kim Lim’s Engagement Ring Apparently Costs As Much As An "HDB Flat" & 4 Other Massive Celeb Engagement Rings'']”. 8Days. 2 October 2021. Accessed on 14 January 2022. </ref>		On 30 September 2021, Kim uploaded a series of photos to Instagram detailing the intimate, surprise proposal her fiance had planned with the help of her friends.<ref>“[https://www.instagram.com/p/CUbus0IPHrA/ ''After one big big round (years) 🤣🤣🤣🤣 finally opened my eyes BIG BIG. YES TO YOU A THOUSAND TIMES OVER AND OVER AGAIN! @waleoweh'']”. Instagram. 30 September, 2021. Accessed on 14 January 2022.</ref> Social media influence, Wendy Cheng, who goes by the moniker XiaXue also posted in an Instagram that Kim had revealed the cost of her engagement ring, and the former said it was equivalent to an HDB flat.<ref name=":2">Lee, Wei Lin. “[https://www.todayonline.com/8days/kim-lims-engagement-ring-apparently-costs-much-hdb-flat-4-other-massive-celeb-engagement-rings ''Kim Lim’s Engagement Ring Apparently Costs As Much As An "HDB Flat" & 4 Other Massive Celeb Engagement Rings'']”. 8Days. 2 October 2021. Accessed on 14 January 2022. </ref>

	Not much is known about Kim’s fiance, but an article on The Straits Time did report that he was a 33-year-old “self made” man in the IT industry.<ref name=":3">Sng, Suzanne. “[https://www.straitstimes.com/life/entertainment/socialite-kim-lims-betrothal-gifts-amounted-to-2m Socialite Kim Lim's betrothal gifts amounted to $2m]”. ''The Straits Times''. February 17, 2022. Accessed 21 February 2022.</ref>		Not much is known about Kim’s fiance, but an article on The Straits Time did report that he was a 33-year-old “self made” man in the IT industry.<ref name=":3">Sng, Suzanne. “[https://www.straitstimes.com/life/entertainment/socialite-kim-lims-betrothal-gifts-amounted-to-2m Socialite Kim Lim's betrothal gifts amounted to $2m]”. ''The Straits Times''. February 17, 2022. Accessed 21 February 2022.</ref>The man is later revealed to be Leslie Leow. <ref name=":4">Ho, Guo Xiong. “[https://www.asiaone.com/lifestyle/kim-lims-great-gatsby-pre-wedding-dinner-who-wore-what Kim Lim’s Great Gatsby pre-wedding dinner: Who wore what]”. AsiaOne. March 3, 2022. Accessed on 4 March 2022.</ref>

	On 16 February 2022, Kim took to Instagram to showcase her impressive array of betrothal gifts or Guo Da Li which comprised of “15 gold bars, eight pairs of dragon and phoenix bracelets, two gold necklaces with rings and earrings, Rolex watches, Hermès bags and other little luxuries, plus the traditional Chinese wedding kua.”<ref>Romero, Anna Maria. “[https://theindependent.sg/kim-lims-fiance-spends-2-million-on-betrothal-gifts-for-his-bride-to-be/ Kim Lim’s fiancé spends $2 million on betrothal gifts for his bride-to-be]”. ''The Independent Singapore''. February 18, 2022. Accessed 21 February 2022.</ref> Food items were also part of the Guo Da Li. Behind the ostentatious presentation was The Wedding Atelier and The Floral Atelier, helmed by Lelian Chew.<ref name=":2" />		On 16 February 2022, Kim took to Instagram to showcase her impressive array of betrothal gifts or Guo Da Li which comprised of “15 gold bars, eight pairs of dragon and phoenix bracelets, two gold necklaces with rings and earrings, Rolex watches, Hermès bags and other little luxuries, plus the traditional Chinese wedding kua.”<ref>Romero, Anna Maria. “[https://theindependent.sg/kim-lims-fiance-spends-2-million-on-betrothal-gifts-for-his-bride-to-be/ Kim Lim’s fiancé spends $2 million on betrothal gifts for his bride-to-be]”. ''The Independent Singapore''. February 18, 2022. Accessed 21 February 2022.</ref> Food items were also part of the Guo Da Li. Behind the ostentatious presentation was The Wedding Atelier and The Floral Atelier, helmed by Lelian Chew.<ref name=":2" />

	Lelian also put out an Instagram story documenting more of the items that were a part of the gifts. <blockquote>“188 of the freshest apples for a peaceful marriage, a pair of the rarest vino to delight a father-in-law, 288 tiers of freshly bakes[sic] sweet cakes to share with their nearest and dearest (who were unable to be there given the current climate) and so much more. Tens of thousands of items each handpicked by L, adorned with the appropriate design detail, each bearing its unique auspicious blessings for the impending marriage.”<ref name=":2" /></blockquote>The gifts are estimated to cost more than $2 million dollars.<ref name=":3" />		Lelian also put out an Instagram story documenting more of the items that were a part of the gifts. <blockquote>“188 of the freshest apples for a peaceful marriage, a pair of the rarest vino to delight a father-in-law, 288 tiers of freshly bakes[sic] sweet cakes to share with their nearest and dearest (who were unable to be there given the current climate) and so much more. Tens of thousands of items each handpicked by L, adorned with the appropriate design detail, each bearing its unique auspicious blessings for the impending marriage.”<ref name=":2" /></blockquote>The gifts are estimated to cost more than $2 million dollars.<ref name=":3" />

			=== Pre-Wedding Dinner ===
			On 25 February 2022, Kim and Leslie hosted their pre-wedding dinner at [https://www.1-atico.sg 1-Atico] at Ion Sky, an exclusive lounge venue with luxurious dining. Guests such as Rebecca Lim and Zoe Tay joined the occasion and were treated to a panoramic view of the city centre, as well as 15,000 black and gold balloons and countless red roses that served as decorations. <ref name=":4" />
			[[File:274778030 701369684567021 4063046064195059903 n.jpg\|thumb\|''Kim and Leslie during their pre-wedding event. Photo from [https://www.instagram.com/p/Cad6lTjPlRH/ Instagram].'']]
			Inspired by [[wikipedia:The_Great_Gatsby\|The Great Gatsby]], both bride and groom, as well as invited socialites doned high fashion pieces. <ref name=":4" /> Leslie wore a black three-piece suit with a bowtie, while Kim had three outfit changes - a two-piece from [https://www.theivory.sg Ivory Bridal] embellished with a Bvlgari Serpenti necklace, black [http://www.nicoleandfeliciacouture.com Nicole + Felicia] outfit, and a one-shoulder dress with a thigh-high slit. <ref name=":4" />

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	===[[COVID-19 in Singapore (2020)\|COVID-19]] community involvement (2020-2021)===		===[[COVID-19 in Singapore (2020)\|COVID-19]] community involvement (2020-2021)===
	In February 2020, Kim partnered with Papilla Haircare and illumia therapeutics in a community effort to teach the elderly on how to protect themselves against the COVID-19 virus.<ref>kimlimhl. ''Instagram.'' February 24, 2020. Accessed on 28 February 2020. Retrieved from: https://www.instagram.com/p/B86FFNvFFvO/ </ref> According to her Instagram profile, Kim is the ambassador to the two aforementioned brands. After her highly publicised engagement, Kim, along with her new fiance have teamed up with Fei Siong Group, an F&B company to give back to frontliners.<ref name=":1">Tan, Tammi. “''[https://www.8days.sg/entertainment/local/kim-lim-fiance-provide-meals-1500-frontliners-air-tickets-sq-15444332 Kim Lim & Fiancé To Provide Meals For 1,500 Frontliners For A Week; In Talks To Offer Air Tickets So These “Real Fighters” Can Travel Home]''”. 8Days. 4 November 2021. Accessed on 14 January 2022. </ref> The charity drive aims to deliver two meals to 1,500 frontline hospital workers daily, with effect ~~from 6~~ November.<ref name=":1" /><blockquote>~~“''Things~~ have been tough for the frontliners and those invisible people we don’t see working hard in the background, like our cleaners or janitors. We want to remind them, through our love of food, that there are people out here who are cheering them on. We want to thank them for every effort they have put in.''”<ref name=":1" /></blockquote>		In February 2020, Kim partnered with Papilla Haircare and illumia therapeutics in a community effort to teach the elderly on how to protect themselves against the COVID-19 virus.<ref>kimlimhl. ''Instagram.'' February 24, 2020. Accessed on 28 February 2020. Retrieved from: https://www.instagram.com/p/B86FFNvFFvO/ </ref> According to her Instagram profile, Kim is the ambassador to the two aforementioned brands. After her highly publicised engagement, Kim, along with her new fiance have teamed up with Fei Siong Group, an F&B company to give back to frontliners.<ref name=":1">Tan, Tammi. “''[https://www.8days.sg/entertainment/local/kim-lim-fiance-provide-meals-1500-frontliners-air-tickets-sq-15444332 Kim Lim & Fiancé To Provide Meals For 1,500 Frontliners For A Week; In Talks To Offer Air Tickets So These “Real Fighters” Can Travel Home]''”. 8Days. 4 November 2021. Accessed on 14 January 2022. </ref> The charity drive aims to deliver two meals to 1,500 frontline hospital workers daily, with effect from 6 November.<ref name=":1" /><blockquote>“Things have been tough for the frontliners and those invisible people we don’t see working hard in the background, like our cleaners or janitors. We want to remind them, through our love of food, that there are people out here who are cheering them on. We want to thank them for every effort they have put in.”<ref name=":1" /></blockquote>

	===Mongolia (2018)===		===Mongolia (2018)===

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			===Mario Ho===
			In 2016, Kim was rumoured to be dating Mario Ho, the son of the business magnate Stanley Ho, after Mario posted a photo of them on Valentine’s Day.<ref>“[https://www.straitstimes.com/lifestyle/billionaire-peter-lims-daughter-kim-spends-valentines-day-in-paris-with-stanley-hos-son Billionaire Peter Lim's daughter Kim spends Valentine's Day in Paris with Stanley Ho's son]”. ''The Straits Times.'' February 18, 2016. Accessed on 5 February 2020. </ref> Although they did not publicly confirm their relationship at the time, Kim later clarified that they had dated for less than six months.<ref>Tan, Felicia. “[https://www.herworld.com/weddings/real-weddings/are-they-engaged-socialite-kim-lim-and-hong-kong-casino-heir-mario-ho/ Are They Engaged? Socialite Kim Lim And Hong Kong Casino Heir Mario Ho Reportedly Are!]”. ''Her World.'' January 4, 2016. Accessed on 5 February 2020. </ref> The relationship ended because of their busy schedules which had caused them to drift apart.

	===Marriage to Kho Bin Kai===		===Marriage to Kho Bin Kai===
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	On 30 September 2021, Kim uploaded a series of photos to Instagram detailing the intimate, surprise proposal her fiance had planned with the help of her friends.<ref>“[https://www.instagram.com/p/CUbus0IPHrA/ ''After one big big round (years) 🤣🤣🤣🤣 finally opened my eyes BIG BIG. YES TO YOU A THOUSAND TIMES OVER AND OVER AGAIN! @waleoweh'']”. Instagram. 30 September, 2021. Accessed on 14 January 2022.</ref> Social media influence, Wendy Cheng, who goes by the moniker XiaXue also posted in an Instagram that Kim had revealed the cost of her engagement ring, and the former said it was equivalent to an HDB flat.<ref>Lee, Wei Lin. “[https://www.todayonline.com/8days/kim-lims-engagement-ring-apparently-costs-much-hdb-flat-4-other-massive-celeb-engagement-rings ''Kim Lim’s Engagement Ring Apparently Costs As Much As An "HDB Flat" & 4 Other Massive Celeb Engagement Rings'']”. 8Days. 2 October 2021. Accessed on 14 January 2022. </ref>		[[File:An instagram post of Kim Lim’s Guo Da Li. Photo from Instagram..jpg\|thumb\|''An Instagram post of Kim Lim’s Guo Da Li. Photo from [https://www.instagram.com/p/CaCTtV1vo4b/ Instagram].'']]
			On 30 September 2021, Kim uploaded a series of photos to Instagram detailing the intimate, surprise proposal her fiance had planned with the help of her friends.<ref>“[https://www.instagram.com/p/CUbus0IPHrA/ ''After one big big round (years) 🤣🤣🤣🤣 finally opened my eyes BIG BIG. YES TO YOU A THOUSAND TIMES OVER AND OVER AGAIN! @waleoweh'']”. Instagram. 30 September, 2021. Accessed on 14 January 2022.</ref> Social media influence, Wendy Cheng, who goes by the moniker XiaXue also posted in an Instagram that Kim had revealed the cost of her engagement ring, and the former said it was equivalent to an HDB flat.<ref name=":2">Lee, Wei Lin. “[https://www.todayonline.com/8days/kim-lims-engagement-ring-apparently-costs-much-hdb-flat-4-other-massive-celeb-engagement-rings ''Kim Lim’s Engagement Ring Apparently Costs As Much As An "HDB Flat" & 4 Other Massive Celeb Engagement Rings'']”. 8Days. 2 October 2021. Accessed on 14 January 2022. </ref>

	~~===Mario Ho===~~		Not much is known about Kim’s fiance, but an article on The Straits Time did report that he was a 33-year-old “self made” man in the IT industry.<ref name=":3">Sng, Suzanne. “[https://www.straitstimes.com/life/entertainment/socialite-kim-lims-betrothal-gifts-amounted-to-2m Socialite Kim Lim's betrothal gifts amounted to $2m]”. ''The Straits Times''. February 17, 2022. Accessed 21 February 2022.</ref>
	~~In 2016~~, ~~Kim~~ was ~~rumoured to be dating Mario Ho, the son of~~ the ~~business magnate Stanley Ho, after Mario posted a photo of them on Valentine’s Day~~.<ref>“[https://www.straitstimes.com/~~lifestyle~~/~~billionaire~~-~~peter~~-lims-~~daughter~~-~~kim~~-~~spends~~-~~valentines~~-~~day-in-paris-with-stanley-hos-son Billionaire Peter~~ Lim's ~~daughter Kim spends Valentine's Day in Paris with Stanley Ho's son~~]”. ''The Straits Times.'' February 18, ~~2016~~. Accessed ~~on 5~~ February ~~2020~~. </ref> ~~Although they did not publicly confirm their relationship at the time~~, Kim ~~later clarified that they had dated for less than six months~~.<ref>~~Tan~~, ~~Felicia~~. “[https://~~www.herworld~~.~~com~~/~~weddings/real~~-~~weddings/are~~-~~they~~-~~engaged~~-~~socialite~~-~~kim~~-~~lim~~-~~and~~-~~hong~~-~~kong~~-~~casino~~-~~heir~~-~~mario~~-ho/ ~~Are They Engaged? Socialite~~ Kim ~~Lim And Hong Kong Casino Heir Mario Ho Reportedly Are!~~]”. ''~~Her World.~~'' ~~January 4~~, ~~2016~~. Accessed ~~on 5~~ February ~~2020~~. </ref> The ~~relationship ended because~~ of their ~~busy schedules which had caused them~~ to ~~drift apart~~.
			On 16 February 2022, Kim took to Instagram to showcase her impressive array of betrothal gifts or Guo Da Li which comprised of “15 gold bars, eight pairs of dragon and phoenix bracelets, two gold necklaces with rings and earrings, Rolex watches, Hermès bags and other little luxuries, plus the traditional Chinese wedding kua.”<ref>Romero, Anna Maria. “[https://theindependent.sg/kim-lims-fiance-spends-2-million-on-betrothal-gifts-for-his-bride-to-be/ Kim Lim’s fiancé spends $2 million on betrothal gifts for his bride-to-be]”. ''The Independent Singapore''. February 18, 2022. Accessed 21 February 2022.</ref> Food items were also part of the Guo Da Li. Behind the ostentatious presentation was The Wedding Atelier and The Floral Atelier, helmed by Lelian Chew.<ref name=":2" />

			Lelian also put out an Instagram story documenting more of the items that were a part of the gifts. <blockquote>“188 of the freshest apples for a peaceful marriage, a pair of the rarest vino to delight a father-in-law, 288 tiers of freshly bakes[sic] sweet cakes to share with their nearest and dearest (who were unable to be there given the current climate) and so much more. Tens of thousands of items each handpicked by L, adorned with the appropriate design detail, each bearing its unique auspicious blessings for the impending marriage.”<ref name=":2" /></blockquote>The gifts are estimated to cost more than $2 million dollars.<ref name=":3" />

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	Kim Lim (born 1992) is Singaporean socialite, being the daughter of Singaporean billionaire Peter Lim.<ref>Loh, Keng Fatt. “[https://www.asiaone.com/singapore/actress-han-hyo-joo-joins-peter-lims-daughter-kim-taking-legal-action-over-k-pop-scandal Actress Han Hyo-joo joins Peter Lim's daughter Kim in taking legal action over K-pop scandal gossip]”. ''Asia One.'' May 11, 2019. Accessed on 5 February 2020. </ref><ref>Cheow, Sue-Ann. [https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/local-socialite-kim-lim-donates-homes-to-the-homeless-in-mongolia “Local socialite Kim Lim donates homes to the homeless in Mongolia]”. ''The Straits Times.'' November 7, 2018. Accessed on 5 February 2020. </ref> Despite her social media presence on [https://www.instagram.com/kimlimhl/ Instagram] where she has over ~~267~~,000 followers, Kim keeps a relatively low-profile family life - even managing to keep her pregnancy out of the public eye.<ref>Haddad, Hanan. “[https://www.harpersbazaar.com.sg/life/celebrities/socialite-kim-lim-surprise-pregnancy/ SOCIALITE KIM LIM AND HER SURPRISE PREGNANCY]”. ''Harper’s Bazaar.'' July 21, 2017. Accessed on 5 February 2020. </ref> However, her connections with high-profile celebrities like Christiano Ronaldo, David Beckham and Big Bang's Seungri has brought her into the limelight on several occasions. Kim has been described as a down-to-earth person and spends a substantial amount of her time doing charity work.<ref>Yeo, Melissa. “[https://mustsharenews.com/rich-kids-of-sg-instagram/ 11 Rich Kids Of Instagram – Singapore Version]”. ''Must Share News.'' February 26, 2015. Accessed on 5 February 2020. </ref>		Kim Lim (born 1992) is Singaporean socialite, being the daughter of Singaporean billionaire Peter Lim.<ref>Loh, Keng Fatt. “[https://www.asiaone.com/singapore/actress-han-hyo-joo-joins-peter-lims-daughter-kim-taking-legal-action-over-k-pop-scandal Actress Han Hyo-joo joins Peter Lim's daughter Kim in taking legal action over K-pop scandal gossip]”. ''Asia One.'' May 11, 2019. Accessed on 5 February 2020. </ref><ref>Cheow, Sue-Ann. [https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/local-socialite-kim-lim-donates-homes-to-the-homeless-in-mongolia “Local socialite Kim Lim donates homes to the homeless in Mongolia]”. ''The Straits Times.'' November 7, 2018. Accessed on 5 February 2020. </ref> Despite her social media presence on [https://www.instagram.com/kimlimhl/ Instagram] where she has over 320,000 followers, Kim keeps a relatively low-profile family life - even managing to keep her pregnancy out of the public eye.<ref>Haddad, Hanan. “[https://www.harpersbazaar.com.sg/life/celebrities/socialite-kim-lim-surprise-pregnancy/ SOCIALITE KIM LIM AND HER SURPRISE PREGNANCY]”. ''Harper’s Bazaar.'' July 21, 2017. Accessed on 5 February 2020. </ref> However, her connections with high-profile celebrities like Christiano Ronaldo, David Beckham and Big Bang's Seungri has brought her into the limelight on several occasions. Kim has been described as a down-to-earth person and spends a substantial amount of her time doing charity work.<ref>Yeo, Melissa. “[https://mustsharenews.com/rich-kids-of-sg-instagram/ 11 Rich Kids Of Instagram – Singapore Version]”. ''Must Share News.'' February 26, 2015. Accessed on 5 February 2020. </ref>

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	On 5 July 2017, Kim gave birth to her son, Kyden Kho.<ref>Teo, Teng Kiat. “[https://www.todayonline.com/sports/football/cristiano-ronaldo-sparks-fan-frenzy-singapore Cristiano Ronaldo sparks fan frenzy in Singapore]”. ''Today.'' July 21, 2017. Accessed on 6 February 2020. </ref> She had opted for an elective C-section at Thomson Medical Centre, which is also owned by her father.<ref>“[https://www.reuters.com/article/thomsonmedical-idUSSGE69S0IM20101029 Singapore billionaire offers $396 mln for Thomson Medical]”. ''Reuters.'' October 29, 2010. Accessed on 6 February 2020. </ref> During her pregnancy, Kim stayed off social media as she wanted to keep her pregnancy private.<ref>Ab, Suhana. “[https://www.prestigeonline.com/sg/people-events/people/kim-lim-hid-baby-bump-life-new-mum/ Kim Lim On Why She Hid Her Baby Bump And Life As A New Mum]”. ''Prestige Online.'' June 7, 2018. Accessed on 5 February 2020.</ref> The news of her pregnancy only made headlines when Portuguese footballer Christiano Ronaldo visited Kim and Kyden at the hospital.<ref>Chan Kit Whye, Sean. “[https://mustsharenews.com/kim-lim-baby/ Peter Lim’s Daughter Kim Lim Gave Birth, And Nobody Knew Until Cristiano Ronaldo Visited]”. ''Must Share News.'' July 21, 2017. Accessed on 6 February 2020.</ref> Following the news, there were speculations that Kim had gotten a shotgun wedding.<ref>Fam, Jonathan. “[https://www.8days.sg/sceneandheard/celebrities/billionaire-heiress-kim-lim-opens-up-about-her-privileged-life-10312200 Billionaire Heiress Kim Lim Opens Up About Her Privileged Life, Her Battle With An Eating Disorder & How Her Son Changed Everything]”. ''8 Days.'' June 4, 2018. Accessed on 5 February 2020. </ref> Kim refuted these rumours in 2018, insisting that she had a planned pregnancy. Three days after giving birth, Kim announced that her wedding celebration was going to be held on 23 March 2018. The banquet was then postponed to October 2018.<ref>“[https://sg.theasianparent.com/kim-lim Kim Lim postpones her wedding to October, and here's why!]”. ''The Asian Parent.'' Accessed on 5 February 2020. </ref>		On 5 July 2017, Kim gave birth to her son, Kyden Kho.<ref>Teo, Teng Kiat. “[https://www.todayonline.com/sports/football/cristiano-ronaldo-sparks-fan-frenzy-singapore Cristiano Ronaldo sparks fan frenzy in Singapore]”. ''Today.'' July 21, 2017. Accessed on 6 February 2020. </ref> She had opted for an elective C-section at Thomson Medical Centre, which is also owned by her father.<ref>“[https://www.reuters.com/article/thomsonmedical-idUSSGE69S0IM20101029 Singapore billionaire offers $396 mln for Thomson Medical]”. ''Reuters.'' October 29, 2010. Accessed on 6 February 2020. </ref> During her pregnancy, Kim stayed off social media as she wanted to keep her pregnancy private.<ref>Ab, Suhana. “[https://www.prestigeonline.com/sg/people-events/people/kim-lim-hid-baby-bump-life-new-mum/ Kim Lim On Why She Hid Her Baby Bump And Life As A New Mum]”. ''Prestige Online.'' June 7, 2018. Accessed on 5 February 2020.</ref> The news of her pregnancy only made headlines when Portuguese footballer Christiano Ronaldo visited Kim and Kyden at the hospital.<ref>Chan Kit Whye, Sean. “[https://mustsharenews.com/kim-lim-baby/ Peter Lim’s Daughter Kim Lim Gave Birth, And Nobody Knew Until Cristiano Ronaldo Visited]”. ''Must Share News.'' July 21, 2017. Accessed on 6 February 2020.</ref> Following the news, there were speculations that Kim had gotten a shotgun wedding.<ref>Fam, Jonathan. “[https://www.8days.sg/sceneandheard/celebrities/billionaire-heiress-kim-lim-opens-up-about-her-privileged-life-10312200 Billionaire Heiress Kim Lim Opens Up About Her Privileged Life, Her Battle With An Eating Disorder & How Her Son Changed Everything]”. ''8 Days.'' June 4, 2018. Accessed on 5 February 2020. </ref> Kim refuted these rumours in 2018, insisting that she had a planned pregnancy. Three days after giving birth, Kim announced that her wedding celebration was going to be held on 23 March 2018. The banquet was then postponed to October 2018.<ref>“[https://sg.theasianparent.com/kim-lim Kim Lim postpones her wedding to October, and here's why!]”. ''The Asian Parent.'' Accessed on 5 February 2020. </ref>

			==== Divorce ====
			In an interview with Chinese magazine, Icon Singapore, Kim announced that she had split from her husband, Bin Kai, after being married for a period of three years.<ref name=":0">Chueng, Rainer. “[https://www.asiaone.com/lifestyle/singapore-heiress-kim-lim-single-mum-after-splitting-husband-3-years ''Singapore heiress Kim Lim a single mum after splitting with husband of 3 years'']”. AsiaOne. August 12 2020. Accessed on 14 January 2022. </ref> It was also revealed that the two of them had been living separately since the tail-end of 2019 and the relationship had run its course and lost its spark.<ref name=":0" />
			[[File:Kim Lim Engagement.jpg\|alt=Kim Lim posing with her fiance. Photo from Instagram.\|thumb\|''Kim Lim posing with her fiance. Photo from [https://www.instagram.com/p/CWImWIBoPyD/ Instagram].'']]

			=== Engagement to mystery man ===
			On 30 September 2021, Kim uploaded a series of photos to Instagram detailing the intimate, surprise proposal her fiance had planned with the help of her friends.<ref>“[https://www.instagram.com/p/CUbus0IPHrA/ ''After one big big round (years) 🤣🤣🤣🤣 finally opened my eyes BIG BIG. YES TO YOU A THOUSAND TIMES OVER AND OVER AGAIN! @waleoweh'']”. Instagram. 30 September, 2021. Accessed on 14 January 2022.</ref> Social media influence, Wendy Cheng, who goes by the moniker XiaXue also posted in an Instagram that Kim had revealed the cost of her engagement ring, and the former said it was equivalent to an HDB flat.<ref>Lee, Wei Lin. “[https://www.todayonline.com/8days/kim-lims-engagement-ring-apparently-costs-much-hdb-flat-4-other-massive-celeb-engagement-rings ''Kim Lim’s Engagement Ring Apparently Costs As Much As An "HDB Flat" & 4 Other Massive Celeb Engagement Rings'']”. 8Days. 2 October 2021. Accessed on 14 January 2022. </ref>

	===Mario Ho===		===Mario Ho===
	In 2016, Kim was rumoured to be dating Mario Ho, the son of the business magnate Stanley Ho, after Mario posted a photo of them on Valentine’s Day.<ref>“[https://www.straitstimes.com/lifestyle/billionaire-peter-lims-daughter-kim-spends-valentines-day-in-paris-with-stanley-hos-son Billionaire Peter Lim's daughter Kim spends Valentine's Day in Paris with Stanley Ho's son]”. ''The Straits Times.'' February 18, 2016. Accessed on 5 February 2020. </ref> Although they did not publicly confirm their relationship at the time, Kim later clarified that they had dated for less than six months.<ref>Tan, Felicia. “[https://www.herworld.com/weddings/real-weddings/are-they-engaged-socialite-kim-lim-and-hong-kong-casino-heir-mario-ho/ Are They Engaged? Socialite Kim Lim And Hong Kong Casino Heir Mario Ho Reportedly Are!]”. ''Her World.'' January 4, 2016. Accessed on 5 February 2020. </ref> The relationship ended because of their busy schedules which had caused them to drift apart.		In 2016, Kim was rumoured to be dating Mario Ho, the son of the business magnate Stanley Ho, after Mario posted a photo of them on Valentine’s Day.<ref>“[https://www.straitstimes.com/lifestyle/billionaire-peter-lims-daughter-kim-spends-valentines-day-in-paris-with-stanley-hos-son Billionaire Peter Lim's daughter Kim spends Valentine's Day in Paris with Stanley Ho's son]”. ''The Straits Times.'' February 18, 2016. Accessed on 5 February 2020. </ref> Although they did not publicly confirm their relationship at the time, Kim later clarified that they had dated for less than six months.<ref>Tan, Felicia. “[https://www.herworld.com/weddings/real-weddings/are-they-engaged-socialite-kim-lim-and-hong-kong-casino-heir-mario-ho/ Are They Engaged? Socialite Kim Lim And Hong Kong Casino Heir Mario Ho Reportedly Are!]”. ''Her World.'' January 4, 2016. Accessed on 5 February 2020. </ref> The relationship ended because of their busy schedules which had caused them to drift apart.
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	Kim is said to be a regular volunteer at Apex Day Rehabilitation Centre and Operation Red Shirts.<ref>Malak, Natalya and Liew, Elizabeth. “[https://www.womensweekly.com.sg/gallery/great-women/real-life/8-things-you-didnt-know-about-singaporean-socialite-kim-lim/ 12 Things You Didn’t Know About Singaporean Socialite Kim Lim]”. ''Women’s Weekly.'' July 23, 2019. Accessed on 5 February 2020. </ref><ref>“[https://www.prestigeonline.com/sg/people-events/people/interview-kim-lim/ Kim Lim spills her jet-setting beauty regime]”. ''Prestige Online.'' October 23, 2019. Accessed on 5 February 2020. </ref> She also donates the money earned from reselling her luxury bags to charities.<ref>Fam, Jonathan. “[https://www.8days.sg/sceneandheard/celebrities/billionaire-heiress-kim-lim-opens-up-about-her-privileged-life-10312200 Billionaire Heiress Kim Lim Opens Up About Her Privileged Life, Her Battle With An Eating Disorder & How Her Son Changed Everything]”. ''8 Days.'' June 4, 2018. Accessed on 5 February 2020.</ref>		Kim is said to be a regular volunteer at Apex Day Rehabilitation Centre and Operation Red Shirts.<ref>Malak, Natalya and Liew, Elizabeth. “[https://www.womensweekly.com.sg/gallery/great-women/real-life/8-things-you-didnt-know-about-singaporean-socialite-kim-lim/ 12 Things You Didn’t Know About Singaporean Socialite Kim Lim]”. ''Women’s Weekly.'' July 23, 2019. Accessed on 5 February 2020. </ref><ref>“[https://www.prestigeonline.com/sg/people-events/people/interview-kim-lim/ Kim Lim spills her jet-setting beauty regime]”. ''Prestige Online.'' October 23, 2019. Accessed on 5 February 2020. </ref> She also donates the money earned from reselling her luxury bags to charities.<ref>Fam, Jonathan. “[https://www.8days.sg/sceneandheard/celebrities/billionaire-heiress-kim-lim-opens-up-about-her-privileged-life-10312200 Billionaire Heiress Kim Lim Opens Up About Her Privileged Life, Her Battle With An Eating Disorder & How Her Son Changed Everything]”. ''8 Days.'' June 4, 2018. Accessed on 5 February 2020.</ref>

	===[[COVID-19 in Singapore (2020)\|COVID-19]] community involvement (2020)===		===[[COVID-19 in Singapore (2020)\|COVID-19]] community involvement (2020-2021)===
	In February 2020, Kim partnered with Papilla Haircare and illumia therapeutics in a community effort to teach the elderly on how to protect themselves against the COVID-19 virus.<ref>kimlimhl. ''Instagram.'' February 24, 2020. Accessed on 28 February 2020. Retrieved from: https://www.instagram.com/p/B86FFNvFFvO/ </ref> According to her Instagram profile, Kim is the ambassador to the two aforementioned brands.		In February 2020, Kim partnered with Papilla Haircare and illumia therapeutics in a community effort to teach the elderly on how to protect themselves against the COVID-19 virus.<ref>kimlimhl. ''Instagram.'' February 24, 2020. Accessed on 28 February 2020. Retrieved from: https://www.instagram.com/p/B86FFNvFFvO/ </ref> According to her Instagram profile, Kim is the ambassador to the two aforementioned brands. After her highly publicised engagement, Kim, along with her new fiance have teamed up with Fei Siong Group, an F&B company to give back to frontliners.<ref name=":1">Tan, Tammi. “''[https://www.8days.sg/entertainment/local/kim-lim-fiance-provide-meals-1500-frontliners-air-tickets-sq-15444332 Kim Lim & Fiancé To Provide Meals For 1,500 Frontliners For A Week; In Talks To Offer Air Tickets So These “Real Fighters” Can Travel Home]''”. 8Days. 4 November 2021. Accessed on 14 January 2022. </ref> The charity drive aims to deliver two meals to 1,500 frontline hospital workers daily, with effect from 6 November.<ref name=":1" /><blockquote>“''Things have been tough for the frontliners and those invisible people we don’t see working hard in the background, like our cleaners or janitors. We want to remind them, through our love of food, that there are people out here who are cheering them on. We want to thank them for every effort they have put in.''”<ref name=":1" /></blockquote>

	===Mongolia (2018)===		===Mongolia (2018)===

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	===Burning Sun scandal (2019)===		===Burning Sun scandal (2019)===
	[[File:Seungri and Kim Lim.jpg\|thumb\|''Kim Lim and BigBang's Seungri were close friends. Photo from [https://www.8days.sg/sceneandheard/entertainment/kim-lim-denies-any-involvement-in-seungri-s-scandal-11378452 8 Days].'']]		[[File:Seungri and Kim Lim.jpg\|thumb\|''Kim Lim and BigBang's Seungri were close friends. Photo from [https://www.8days.sg/sceneandheard/entertainment/kim-lim-denies-any-involvement-in-seungri-s-scandal-11378452 8 Days].'']]
	The “Burning Sun” sex scandal was one that involved the Korean entertainment industry. Seungri had been accused of prostituting girls to wealthy investors.<ref>Bahk, Eun-ji. “[https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/entertainment/article/3007756/k-pop-star-seungri-arranged-prostitutes-investors-2015-say K-pop star Seungri arranged prostitutes for investors in 2015, say police]”. ''South China Morning Post.'' April 26, 2019. Accessed on 6 February 2020. </ref> However, he claimed that those allegations were untrue.<ref>“[https://www.sbs.com.au/popasia/blog/2019/03/20/seungri-denies-allegations-prostitution-services-says-he-and-friends-were-bluffing Seungri denies allegations of prostitution services, says he and friends were 'bluffing']”. ''SBS.'' March 20, 2019. Accessed on 6 February 2020. </ref> Instead, Seungri said that those girls were meant to accompany Kim while she shopped in Seoul.<ref>O, Hana. “[http://theindependent.sg/billionaire-peter-lims-socialite-daughter-kim-separates-herself-from-the-k-pop-seungri-scandal/ Billionaire Peter Lim’s socialite daughter Kim separates herself from the K-Pop Seungri scandal]”. ''The Independent.'' March 27, 2019. Accessed on 5 February 2020. </ref> Kim had been implicated in the event due to her close friendship with Seungri, a member of the K-pop group Big Bang. The two have been public about their friendship. Once, Seungri was stranded in Bali after a volcano eruption halted airport services. Kim had her father send over a private jet to evacuate Seungri from the island.<ref>Tan, Kendra. “[https://www.8days.sg/sceneandheard/entertainment/kim-lim-denies-any-involvement-in-seungri-s-scandal-11378452 Kim Lim Denies Any Involvement In Seungri’s Scandal]”. ''Today.'' March 25, 2019. Accessed on 6 February 2020. </ref> The two had also attended a Valencia match in Spain where Kim requested for BigBang’s hit song “Fantastic Baby” to be played during half-time.<ref>Heng, Melissa. “[https://www.straitstimes.com/lifestyle/singapore-tycoon-peter-lims-daughter-kim-attends-valencia-match-with-bigbangs-seungri Singapore tycoon Peter Lim's daughter Kim attends Valencia match with BigBang's Seungri]”. ''The Straits Times.'' January 7, 2015. Accessed on 6 February 2020.</ref>		The “Burning Sun” sex scandal was one that involved the Korean entertainment industry. Seungri had been accused of prostituting girls to wealthy investors.<ref>Bahk, Eun-ji. “[https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/entertainment/article/3007756/k-pop-star-seungri-arranged-prostitutes-investors-2015-say K-pop star Seungri arranged prostitutes for investors in 2015, say police]”. ''South China Morning Post.'' April 26, 2019. Accessed on 6 February 2020. </ref> However, he claimed that those allegations were untrue.<ref>“[https://www.sbs.com.au/popasia/blog/2019/03/20/seungri-denies-allegations-prostitution-services-says-he-and-friends-were-bluffing Seungri denies allegations of prostitution services, says he and friends were 'bluffing']”. ''SBS.'' March 20, 2019. Accessed on 6 February 2020. </ref> Instead, Seungri said that those girls were meant to accompany Kim while she shopped in Seoul.<ref>O, Hana. “[http://theindependent.sg/billionaire-peter-lims-socialite-daughter-kim-separates-herself-from-the-k-pop-seungri-scandal/ Billionaire Peter Lim’s socialite daughter Kim separates herself from the K-Pop Seungri scandal]”. ''The Independent.'' March 27, 2019. Accessed on 5 February 2020. </ref> Kim had been implicated in the event due to her close friendship with Seungri, a member of the K-pop group Big Bang. The two have been public about their friendship. Once, Seungri was stranded in Bali after a volcano eruption halted airport services. Kim had her father send over a private jet to evacuate Seungri from the island.<ref>Tan, Kendra. “[https://www.8days.sg/sceneandheard/entertainment/kim-lim-denies-any-involvement-in-seungri-s-scandal-11378452 Kim Lim Denies Any Involvement In Seungri’s Scandal]”. ''Today.'' March 25, 2019. Accessed on 6 February 2020. </ref> The two had also attended a Valencia match in Spain where Kim requested for BigBang’s hit song “Fantastic Baby” to be played during half-time.<ref>Heng, Melissa. “[https://www.straitstimes.com/lifestyle/singapore-tycoon-peter-lims-daughter-kim-attends-valencia-match-with-bigbangs-seungri Singapore tycoon Peter Lim's daughter Kim attends Valencia match with BigBang's Seungri]”. ''The Straits Times.'' January 7, 2015. Accessed on 6 February 2020.</ref>


			==== Kim Lim response ====
	Kim had publicly denied any involvement in the Burning Sun scandal through a series of Instagram stories,<ref>Ng, Cherylnn. “[https://stomp.straitstimes.com/singapore-seen/singapore-socialite-kim-lim-denies-involvement-with-seungris-nightclub-scandal Singapore socialite Kim Lim denies involvement with Seungri's nightclub scandal]”. ''Stomp.'' March 25, 2019. Accessed on 6 February 2020.</ref> stating that:<blockquote>"I am embroiled in this matter simply because I happened to be there that night. I was simply at the wrong place and at the wrong time."<ref>“[https://www.straitstimes.com/lifestyle/entertainment/billionaire-peter-lims-daughter-kim-says-she-is-not-involved-in-seungris Billionaire Peter Lim's daughter Kim says she is not involved in Seungri's scandals]”. ''The Straits Times.'' March 24, 2019. Accessed on 5 February 2020.</ref></blockquote>She added that before people caught wind of the scandal, Seungri had called her and asked her a few “weird questions”. Kim stated that she was left confused after the phone call.<ref>“[https://www.koreaboo.com/news/kim-lim-denies-involvement-seungris-scandal-says-seungri-asked-weird-questions/ Kim Lim Denies All Involvement With Seungri’s Scandal And Says Seungri Asked Her “Weird Questions”]”. ''KoreaBoo.'' March 24, 2019. Accessed on 6 February 2020.</ref> The series of posts ended with a warning to news outlets to stop associating her with the saga.<ref>“[https://www.allkpop.com/article/2019/03/singaporean-heiress-kim-lim-recounts-strange-phone-conversation-with-seungri-denies-involvement-in-alleged-criminal-activity Singaporean heiress Kim Lim recounts strange phone conversation with Seungri; denies any involvement]”. ''AllKPop.'' March 24, 2019. Accessed on 6 February 2020.</ref>		Kim had publicly denied any involvement in the Burning Sun scandal through a series of Instagram stories,<ref>Ng, Cherylnn. “[https://stomp.straitstimes.com/singapore-seen/singapore-socialite-kim-lim-denies-involvement-with-seungris-nightclub-scandal Singapore socialite Kim Lim denies involvement with Seungri's nightclub scandal]”. ''Stomp.'' March 25, 2019. Accessed on 6 February 2020.</ref> stating that:<blockquote>"I am embroiled in this matter simply because I happened to be there that night. I was simply at the wrong place and at the wrong time."<ref>“[https://www.straitstimes.com/lifestyle/entertainment/billionaire-peter-lims-daughter-kim-says-she-is-not-involved-in-seungris Billionaire Peter Lim's daughter Kim says she is not involved in Seungri's scandals]”. ''The Straits Times.'' March 24, 2019. Accessed on 5 February 2020.</ref></blockquote>She added that before people caught wind of the scandal, Seungri had called her and asked her a few “weird questions”. Kim stated that she was left confused after the phone call.<ref>“[https://www.koreaboo.com/news/kim-lim-denies-involvement-seungris-scandal-says-seungri-asked-weird-questions/ Kim Lim Denies All Involvement With Seungri’s Scandal And Says Seungri Asked Her “Weird Questions”]”. ''KoreaBoo.'' March 24, 2019. Accessed on 6 February 2020.</ref> The series of posts ended with a warning to news outlets to stop associating her with the saga.<ref>“[https://www.allkpop.com/article/2019/03/singaporean-heiress-kim-lim-recounts-strange-phone-conversation-with-seungri-denies-involvement-in-alleged-criminal-activity Singaporean heiress Kim Lim recounts strange phone conversation with Seungri; denies any involvement]”. ''AllKPop.'' March 24, 2019. Accessed on 6 February 2020.</ref>
	===Spat with Valencia Football Club's fans (2016)===		===Spat with Valencia Football Club's fans (2016)===

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	Inspired by [[wikipedia:The_Great_Gatsby\|The Great Gatsby]], both bride and groom, as well as invited socialites doned high fashion pieces. <ref name=":4" /> Leslie wore a black three-piece suit with a bowtie, while Kim had three outfit changes - a two-piece from [https://www.theivory.sg Ivory Bridal] embellished with a Bvlgari Serpenti necklace, black [http://www.nicoleandfeliciacouture.com Nicole + Felicia] outfit, and a one-shoulder dress with a thigh-high slit. <ref name=":4" />		Inspired by [[wikipedia:The_Great_Gatsby\|The Great Gatsby]], both bride and groom, as well as invited socialites doned high fashion pieces. <ref name=":4" /> Leslie wore a black three-piece suit with a bowtie, while Kim had three outfit changes - a two-piece from [https://www.theivory.sg Ivory Bridal] embellished with a Bvlgari Serpenti necklace, black [http://www.nicoleandfeliciacouture.com Nicole + Felicia] outfit, and a one-shoulder dress with a thigh-high slit. <ref name=":4" />

			=== Divorce from Leslie Leow ===
			Just months after Kim Lim's lavish wedding, it was reported that the couple had split. An article published by Must Share News on 2 December 2022 detailed how the marriage "comprised daily quarrels and wasn’t the “sweet and warm” life she had initially envisioned."<ref name=":8">Must Share News. "[https://mustsharenews.com/kim-lim-divorces-husband/?utm_source=telegram Singapore Socialite Kim Lim Divorces 2nd Husband After 2 Months Of Marriage]". ''Must Share News''. December 2, 2022. Accessed 6 December 2022.</ref> Kim also went on to say that she might have "rushed into the union too quickly without getting to know the other party well enough" and she "she suffered mentally as a result of her husband’s harsh words".<ref name=":8" /> The couple's marriage only lasted two months.

	==Charity work==		==Charity work==
	[[File:Kim Lim Charity 2019.jpg\|thumb\|''Kim pictured in 2019 at a community involvement event. Photo from [https://www.instagram.com/p/B0dgqmfFUgf/ Instagram].'' ]]		[[File:Kim Lim Charity 2019.jpg\|thumb\|''Kim pictured in 2019 at a community involvement event. Photo from [https://www.instagram.com/p/B0dgqmfFUgf/ Instagram].'' ]]
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	In 2018, Kim donated houses to the homeless in Mongolia. She visited the eldercare and childcare homes in Mongolia to understand what the less privileged needed in their homes.<ref>Cheow, Sue-Ann. “[https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/local-socialite-kim-lim-donates-homes-to-the-homeless-in-mongolia Local socialite Kim Lim donates homes to the homeless in Mongolia]”. ''The Straits Times.'' November 7, 2018. Accessed on 6 February 2020.</ref> While there, she also brought the children to see The Great Mongolian Circus.<ref>“[https://sg.theasianparent.com/singapore-socialite-kim-lim Singapore socialite Kim Lim praised for building homes for the poor]”. ''The Asian Parent.'' Accessed on 6 February 2020. </ref> Her charitable acts were covered by Mongolian media outlets.<ref>Cheow, Sue-Ann. “[https://www.asiaone.com/singapore/socialite-kim-lim-hailed-building-homes-mongolia Socialite Kim Lim hailed for building homes in Mongoli]a”. ''Asia One.'' November 7, 2018. Accessed on 6 February 2020. </ref> Kim posted a photograph of the built homes on her Instagram page, captioning it with an aspiration for her son to "understand the joy of paying it forward" when he is older.		In 2018, Kim donated houses to the homeless in Mongolia. She visited the eldercare and childcare homes in Mongolia to understand what the less privileged needed in their homes.<ref>Cheow, Sue-Ann. “[https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/local-socialite-kim-lim-donates-homes-to-the-homeless-in-mongolia Local socialite Kim Lim donates homes to the homeless in Mongolia]”. ''The Straits Times.'' November 7, 2018. Accessed on 6 February 2020.</ref> While there, she also brought the children to see The Great Mongolian Circus.<ref>“[https://sg.theasianparent.com/singapore-socialite-kim-lim Singapore socialite Kim Lim praised for building homes for the poor]”. ''The Asian Parent.'' Accessed on 6 February 2020. </ref> Her charitable acts were covered by Mongolian media outlets.<ref>Cheow, Sue-Ann. “[https://www.asiaone.com/singapore/socialite-kim-lim-hailed-building-homes-mongolia Socialite Kim Lim hailed for building homes in Mongoli]a”. ''Asia One.'' November 7, 2018. Accessed on 6 February 2020. </ref> Kim posted a photograph of the built homes on her Instagram page, captioning it with an aspiration for her son to "understand the joy of paying it forward" when he is older.
	==Newsworthy incidents==		==Newsworthy incidents==

	=== Extravagant, celebrity-filled birthday bash (2022) ===		=== Extravagant, celebrity-filled birthday bash (2022) ===
	On 24 July 2022, Kim made headlines once more for an elaborate joint birthday party for her 31st birthday and her son, Kyden’s, 5th birthday that was held on 23 July.<ref name=":6">Toh, Ziyi. “[https://www.8days.sg/entertainment/local/kim-lim-son-birthday-carnival-sentosa-charity-666421 Kim Lim & Son’s 2-Day Birthday Carnival In Sentosa Was Attended By Guests Like Zoe Tay, Xiaxue & Youths From Boys' Town Charity]”. ''8 Days''. July 26, 2022. Accessed 2 August 2022.</ref> Titled the “Kandy Karnival”, the party featured a carnival-Pokémon-themed setup complete with various photo taking feature walls, “a 30-feet tall, 1,000kg castle, 3,000-feet drapes, 72 rainbow doors, 10,000 toys and balloons” as revealed by her party planner.<ref name=":6" />		On 24 July 2022, Kim made headlines once more for an elaborate joint birthday party for her 31st birthday and her son, Kyden’s, 5th birthday that was held on 23 July.<ref name=":6">Toh, Ziyi. “[https://www.8days.sg/entertainment/local/kim-lim-son-birthday-carnival-sentosa-charity-666421 Kim Lim & Son’s 2-Day Birthday Carnival In Sentosa Was Attended By Guests Like Zoe Tay, Xiaxue & Youths From Boys' Town Charity]”. ''8 Days''. July 26, 2022. Accessed 2 August 2022.</ref> Titled the “Kandy Karnival”, the party featured a carnival-Pokémon-themed setup complete with various photo taking feature walls, “a 30-feet tall, 1,000kg castle, 3,000-feet drapes, 72 rainbow doors, 10,000 toys and balloons” as revealed by her party planner.<ref name=":6" />

	The party also had an equally shiny guest list with celebrities such as Zoe Tay, Xiaxue, JianHao Tan, children from Boys' Town charity and more.<ref name=":6" />		The party also had an equally shiny guest list with celebrities such as Zoe Tay, Xiaxue, JianHao Tan, children from Boys' Town charity and more.<ref name=":6" />

	=== Deleting all Instagram photos of her husband (2022) ===		=== Deleting all Instagram photos of her husband (2022) ===
	In an article published by The Straits Times on 3 June 2022, Kim was said to have deleted all Instagram photos of her current husband, Leslie Leow.<ref name=":7">Sng, Suzanne. “[https://www.straitstimes.com/life/entertainment/socialite-kim-lim-deletes-all-instagram-photos-of-her-husband Socialite Kim Lim deletes all Instagram photos of her husband]". ''The Straits Times''. June 3, 2022. Accessed 2 August 2022.</ref> These include the photos of her engagement, betrothal gifts and pre-wedding party.		In an article published by The Straits Times on 3 June 2022, Kim was said to have deleted all Instagram photos of her current husband, Leslie Leow.<ref name=":7">Sng, Suzanne. “[https://www.straitstimes.com/life/entertainment/socialite-kim-lim-deletes-all-instagram-photos-of-her-husband Socialite Kim Lim deletes all Instagram photos of her husband]". ''The Straits Times''. June 3, 2022. Accessed 2 August 2022.</ref> These include the photos of her engagement, betrothal gifts and pre-wedding party.

	In what is said to be a mirror move of what happened, press were quick to speculate the possibility of a split. Kim Lim did however, come forward to reveal that her actions were a result of her borderline personality disorder.<ref name=":7" /> As of 2 August 2022, the photos remain deleted from her Instagram page.		In what is said to be a mirror move of what happened, press were quick to speculate the possibility of a split. Kim Lim did however, come forward to reveal that her actions were a result of her borderline personality disorder.<ref name=":7" /> As of 2 August 2022, the photos remain deleted from her Instagram page.

	===Burning Sun scandal (2019)===		===Burning Sun scandal (2019)===
	[[File:Seungri and Kim Lim.jpg\|thumb\|''Kim Lim and BigBang's Seungri were close friends. Photo from [https://www.8days.sg/sceneandheard/entertainment/kim-lim-denies-any-involvement-in-seungri-s-scandal-11378452 8 Days].'']]		[[File:Seungri and Kim Lim.jpg\|thumb\|''Kim Lim and BigBang's Seungri were close friends. Photo from [https://www.8days.sg/sceneandheard/entertainment/kim-lim-denies-any-involvement-in-seungri-s-scandal-11378452 8 Days].'']]