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Paul made his debut on Singaporean television in 2002, when he starred in the reality show ''The Big Unknown''.<ref>Goh, Samantha. “[https://www.straitstimes.com/lifestyle/fashion/actor-host-paul-foster-considers-himself-singaporean-born-and-bred Actor-host Paul Foster considers himself Singaporean born and bred]”. ''The Straits Times.'' May 22, 2015. Accessed on 12 March 2020. </ref> This role landed him several modelling jobs, which he continued to pursue upon his return to Singapore in 2005.<ref>“[http://wardrobetrendsfashion.com/whos-that-hottie-paul-foster/ Who’s That Hottie: Paul Foster]”. ''Wardrobe Trends Fashion.'' October 25, 2012. Accessed on 13 March 2020. </ref> Paul has been on the covers of local magazines like ''Men’s Health'' and ''Cosmopolitan Singapore''.<ref>“[https://www.slideshare.net/slideshow/embed_code/key/p1uw5aSRUNLv0Q Paul Foster CV]”. ''Beam Artistes.'' December 15, 2013. Accessed on 13 March 2020. </ref> As of 2020, he is managed by the Singapore-based modelling agency, ''Mannequin''.<ref>“[http://mannequins.com.sg/ Models]”. ''Mannequin.'' Accessed on 13 March 2020. </ref> Paul shot to fame in 2007, when he made a special appearance on ''Deal or No Deal: The Hunks Special''.<ref>“[https://thesmartlocal.com/reviews/singapore/uniquely-singapore-2/famous-faces/actors-famous-faces/paul-foster/ Paul Foster]”. ''The Smart Local.'' February 28, 2013. Accessed on 13 March 2020. </ref> | Paul made his debut on Singaporean television in 2002, when he starred in the reality show ''The Big Unknown''.<ref>Goh, Samantha. “[https://www.straitstimes.com/lifestyle/fashion/actor-host-paul-foster-considers-himself-singaporean-born-and-bred Actor-host Paul Foster considers himself Singaporean born and bred]”. ''The Straits Times.'' May 22, 2015. Accessed on 12 March 2020. </ref> This role landed him several modelling jobs, which he continued to pursue upon his return to Singapore in 2005.<ref>“[http://wardrobetrendsfashion.com/whos-that-hottie-paul-foster/ Who’s That Hottie: Paul Foster]”. ''Wardrobe Trends Fashion.'' October 25, 2012. Accessed on 13 March 2020. </ref> Paul has been on the covers of local magazines like ''Men’s Health'' and ''Cosmopolitan Singapore''.<ref>“[https://www.slideshare.net/slideshow/embed_code/key/p1uw5aSRUNLv0Q Paul Foster CV]”. ''Beam Artistes.'' December 15, 2013. Accessed on 13 March 2020. </ref> As of 2020, he is managed by the Singapore-based modelling agency, ''Mannequin''.<ref>“[http://mannequins.com.sg/ Models]”. ''Mannequin.'' Accessed on 13 March 2020. </ref> Paul shot to fame in 2007, when he made a special appearance on ''Deal or No Deal: The Hunks Special''.<ref>“[https://thesmartlocal.com/reviews/singapore/uniquely-singapore-2/famous-faces/actors-famous-faces/paul-foster/ Paul Foster]”. ''The Smart Local.'' February 28, 2013. Accessed on 13 March 2020. </ref> | ||
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Apart from acting, Paul has also hosted for many events - some of which are documented in the table below. | Apart from acting, Paul has also hosted for many events - some of which are documented in the table below. | ||
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Revision as of 17:11, 25 March 2020
Paul Foster | |
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Born | 15 December 1980 |
Education | Bachelor of Applied Science (Sports Coaching and Administration) |
Alma mater | UWCSEA, Deakin University |
Paul Edmond Foster (born 15 December 1980) is a Singaporean actor and host.[1] The start of his professional career dates back to 2002, where he first appeared in a television show titled The Big Unknown.[2] Since then, Paul has starred in numerous shows that have been produced locally and internationally.[3][4] On social media, he uses his following to raise awareness on environmental issues and animal welfare.[5][6]
Background
Early Life & Family
Paul is of British-Peranakan heritage. Born to Len and Joyce Foster on 15 December 1980, he has one younger biological sister and three older half-sisters from his mother’s previous marriage.[7]
Paul has described his childhood as a safe and easy one, noting that he was an outdoorsy child and that his family often took vacations.[8] Unfortunately, Paul’s father passed away from cancer in 1999.[9] At the time, Paul had been in the midst of his International Baccalaureate (IB) examinations. His father's death pushed him to assume more household responsibilities on top of managing his studies.[10][11]
During his time in National Service (NS), Paul was a Lance Corporal. His main duty was to guard the Changi Naval Base alongside his peers in the 608 Squadron.[12]
Education
Paul studied at the United World College of Southeast Asia (UWCSEA) in Singapore from 1992 to 1999.[13] After finishing his NS, he enrolled in Deakin University, Australia. He returned to Singapore after graduating with a Bachelor’s Degree in Applied Science (Sports Coaching and Administration).[14] It was during his time at Deakin University that he filmed his first show, The Big Unknown (2002).[15]
Relationships
Relationship with Joey (2019 - Present day)
As of March 2020, Paul is in a committed relationship with Joey.[16] They live together with three cats - Moshi, Bongo and Jewel - and a husky named Bam Bam.[17][18] Before this, he has had four serious girlfriends[19] - out of which his relationship with Jenna Sendall was the most public.[20]
Relationship with Jenna Sendall (2013 - 2018)
Paul and Jenna dated for five years before they went their separate ways.[21] They had met when Jenna was on a six-month exchange programme at Singapore Management University (SMU).[22] After five years in Singapore where she had worked as a restaurant manager at Gordon Ramsay’s Bread Street Kitchen,[23] Jenna decided that she wanted to move back to Canada. Paul had been prepared to relocate to Vancouver with Jenna but she eventually told him not to.[24] The couple ended their relationship amicably after realising that a break-up was inevitable.[25]
Acting & TV Hosting
Paul made his debut on Singaporean television in 2002, when he starred in the reality show The Big Unknown.[26] This role landed him several modelling jobs, which he continued to pursue upon his return to Singapore in 2005.[27] Paul has been on the covers of local magazines like Men’s Health and Cosmopolitan Singapore.[28] As of 2020, he is managed by the Singapore-based modelling agency, Mannequin.[29] Paul shot to fame in 2007, when he made a special appearance on Deal or No Deal: The Hunks Special.[30]
Year | Programme Title | Character/Role | Refs. |
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2019 | Singapore Social | Host | |
2015 | Working Class | Nick Daman / Dave | |
Lion Mums | Shane | ||
2014 | Code of Law | Professor De Mello | |
2013 | Mata Mata | DSP Graham Fletcher | |
2012 | Sasuke Singapore Celebrity Challenge | Host | |
Hot Guys Who Cook | |||
Serangoon Road | Malone | ||
2 Brothers, 2 Cities | Host | ||
2011 | SuperModelMe 2 | ||
Papa, Rock! | Ashton Koh | ||
We are Singaporeans | Host | ||
2010 | Dance Star Asia | ||
Winning Post | |||
2009 | Red Thread | Marc Pereira | |
Polo Boys | Alan Morrison | ||
Buffetlicious | Host | ||
2008 | Rouge | ||
Pulau Hantu (Telemovie) | Sergeant | ||
2007 | Deal or No Deal: The Hunks Special | Host | |
The Food Bachelor | |||
2002 | The Big Unknown |
Event Hosting
Apart from acting, Paul has also hosted for many events - some of which are documented in the table below.
Year | Event | Refs. |
---|---|---|
2012 | Smoked by Windows Roadshow Challenge | |
Asian Television Awards | ||
2011 | National Arts Council Patron of the Arts Awards | |
Singtel Grid Girls | ||
Wicked (The Musical) | ||
2010 | Hair for Hope | |
Singapore Sports Awards | ||
2008 | Habitat for Humanity Charity Gala Dinner |
Entrepreneurship
Dre Valet & LiveFit.Asia[31]
Paul's two business ventures were founded in 2016 and 2012 respectively.[32] Dre Valet is a mobile application for car valet bookings.[33] LiveFit.Asia is an online store selling health supplements.[34]
References / Citations
- ↑ Goh, Samantha. “Actor-host Paul Foster considers himself Singaporean born and bred”. The Straits Times. May 22, 2015. Accessed on 12 March 2020.
- ↑ Simon, Audrey. “A model life”. The Edge Market. May 9, 2016. Accessed on 12 March 2020.
- ↑ “School Days S2 - EP1”. MeWatch. December 29, 2017. Accessed on 12 March 2020.
- ↑ “Paul Foster”. IMDb. Accessed on 12 March 2020.
- ↑ Sandran, Aravin. “Earth Hour 2019: Liv Lo, Paul Foster and Sezairi advocate for living an eco-conscious lifestyle in Singapore”. Buro. March 3, 2019. Accessed on 12 March 2020.
- ↑ “Message from The Founders”. Animal Lovers League. Accessed on 12 March 2020.
- ↑ Mui, Cheryl. “Man of the house at 18”. AsiaOne. September 26, 2014. Accessed on 12 March 2020.
- ↑ Simon, Audrey. “A model life”. The Edge Market. May 9, 2016. Accessed on 12 March 2020.
- ↑ Teo, Jasmine. “Paul Foster And Girlfriend Of 5 Years Break Up — Weeks Before He Moves To Canada To Be With Her”. 8Days. August 23, 2018. Accessed on 12 March 2020.
- ↑ Chen-Cordeiro, Daphne. “Star of Singapore Social Paul Foster Reveals How They Really Filmed The Netflix Show”. Hong Kong Tatler. January 7, 2020. Accessed on 12 March 2020.
- ↑ Simon, Audrey. “A model life”. The Edge Market. May 9, 2016. Accessed on 12 March 2020.
- ↑ “Actor Paul Foster shares about his life as an RSAF NSman”. AsiaOne. January 9, 2014. Accessed on 12 March 2020.
- ↑ UWCSEA Dover. “Paul Foster '99, #UWCSEA alumnus and Singapore’s entertainment veteran,”. Twitter. September 5, 2019. Accessed on 13 March 2020. Retrieved from: https://twitter.com/UWCSEA_Dover/status/1169486088353615872
- ↑ Foster, Paul. “Paul Foster”. LinkedIn. Accessed on 12 March 2020.
- ↑ “Singapore Social: Netflix’s latest reality series stars Sukki Singapora, Mae Tan, Paul Foster, Vinny Sharp, and Nicole Ong”. Esquire SG. December 8, 2019. Accessed on 12 March 2020.
- ↑ paulfosterrr. Instagram. April 8, 2019. Accessed on 13 March 2020. Retrieved from: https://www.instagram.com/p/Bv-0b1cHaAH/
- ↑ Li, Gwen. “Reigning Cats and A Dog”. PressReader. June 1, 2019. Accessed on 13 March 2020.
- ↑ Grasso, Samantha. “Where is the cast of Netflix’s ‘Singapore Social’ now?”. DailyDot. November 26, 2019. Accessed on 12 March 2020.
- ↑ Chua, Charlene. “Paul Foster: 'She has to be loyal to her family and friends'”. AsiaOne. January 30, 2013. Accessed on 13 March 2020.
- ↑ Twang, Lisa. “When Paul Foster eats like an emperor”. The New Paper. November 18, 2015. Accessed on 12 March 2020.
- ↑ Teo, Jasmine. “Paul Foster And Girlfriend Of 5 Years Break Up — Weeks Before He Moves To Canada To Be With Her”. Today. August 23, 2018. Accessed on 13 March 2020.
- ↑ Sendall, Jenna. “Jenna Sendall”. LinkedIn. Accessed on 13 March 2020.
- ↑ “Brilliant time at Bread Street Kitchen”. Trip Advisor. December 29, 2017. Accessed on 13 March 2020.
- ↑ Teo, Jasmine. “Paul Foster And Girlfriend Of 5 Years Break Up”. Magzter. Accessed on 12 March 2020.
- ↑ Teo, Jasmine. “Paul Foster And Girlfriend Of 5 Years Break Up — Weeks Before He Moves To Canada To Be With Her”. 8Days. August 23, 2018. Accessed on 12 March 2020.
- ↑ Goh, Samantha. “Actor-host Paul Foster considers himself Singaporean born and bred”. The Straits Times. May 22, 2015. Accessed on 12 March 2020.
- ↑ “Who’s That Hottie: Paul Foster”. Wardrobe Trends Fashion. October 25, 2012. Accessed on 13 March 2020.
- ↑ “Paul Foster CV”. Beam Artistes. December 15, 2013. Accessed on 13 March 2020.
- ↑ “Models”. Mannequin. Accessed on 13 March 2020.
- ↑ “Paul Foster”. The Smart Local. February 28, 2013. Accessed on 13 March 2020.
- ↑ Foster, Paul. “Paul Foster”. LinkedIn. Accessed on 12 March 2020.
- ↑ Simon, Audrey. “A model life”. The Edge Market. May 9, 2016. Accessed on 12 March 2020.
- ↑ Dre Valet. “Don't worry, DRE's still here to help along your midweek thirst...”. Facebook. March 26, 2018. Accessed on 13 March 2020. Retrieved from: https://www.facebook.com/DreValet/photos/a.1578791299113530/2022571924735463/?type=3&theater
- ↑ “About Us”. LiveFit.Asia. Accessed on 13 March 2020.