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TVB actor Joel Chan (陳山聰), is getting married to his non-industry girlfriend, Apple, on November 1st.
The two will be getting married at the W Hotel in Hong Kong. Joel Chan was married once before and had
a high profile relationship with Macau heiress, Florinda Ho (何超雲), which didn’t end up so well as he
nearly jeopardized his career while he was dating her. He met Apple, who is in the beauty industry,
shortly afterwards and helped him get out of his darkest times.

Apple is said to be Joel Chan’s lucky charm. After getting the Best Supporting Actor award in 2017, he ascended into leading male status in upcoming series “Golden Building” (金宵大廈) and “”Big Step Forward” (大步走)(temporary name). According to close friends, Apple is refined and gentle, a contrast from Joel Chan’s personality. Apple would even cook vegetarian meals for Joel Chan and prepare lunch boxes for him to eat while filming. Joel Chan is even posting baby pictures on social media and already has a few god children. It’s reported he once told a friend he wanted children. Joel Chan’s romantic history was quite vivid. In 2010, he was rumored to be dating a designer, (楊渡萍),
who is 12 years his senior. They were dating for over 10 years already and looked to be headed towards marriage. However, in 2011, he was rumored to be dating Stanley Ho’s (何鴻燊) third wife’s daughter, Florinda Ho. They both denied it. During this time, it was also revealed Ponny and Joel Chan were married in 2008. After this, Joel Chan admitted to the marriage and that him and Ponny had already gotten divorced at the end of 2010. He emphasized the divorce wasn’t due to a third party.

Florinda Ho and Joel Chan announced their relationship in August 2011 after uploading a picture with him and her family. The two were seen traveling to the UK together and would even be shown at family events with Florinda Ho’s family. The relationship lasted until 2013. Joel Chan even went to London to reconcile with Florinda Ho, but she refused. Aer a year of breaking up with Florinda Ho, he met Apple. Good friend, Christine Ng (伍詠薇), gives Apple 100 points. She says, “She is really proper and generous.
She takes care of Joel really well. Even though Joel has a slight temper, he still really dotes on Apple.” Christine Ng also reveals Joel Chan really likes children. Sharon Chan (陳敏之) said, “I want them to have kids sooner. Joel is always visiting my son. He really likes kids. He seems to like girls. He’s not young anymore. If he stalls any longer, I’m afraid he won’t have the energy.”

Joel Chan (陳山聰) and Selena Li (李施嬅) are present at the worshipping ceremony for new series, (金宵大廈) on 21 February. Joel feels elated to become the main male lead for the first time and believe it is good for him despite the pressure: "Honestly, I have pressure even when I am given the supporting role or making cameo appearance. We must do our part well and feel unhappy when the audiences refuse to accept us even if making cameo appearance only. I am looking forward to every role."

Selena believes she is lucky in terms of ratings record and describes that Vincent Wong's (王浩信) first series is working with her and he crowns as TV King after that: "Kevin Cheng (鄭嘉穎) also becomes TV King after working with me and I believe Joel will become TV King soon." Joel hopes to have this opportunity too.

Nancy Wu (胡定欣), Joel Chan (陳山聰) and his girlfriend, Apple, Benjamin Yuen (袁偉豪) and his girlfriend, Bowie Cheung (張寶兒), Elaine Yiu (姚子羚), Mandy Wong (黃智雯), Jack Wu (胡諾言) and his family, Selena Li (李施嬅), Pal Sinn (單立文), Paisley Wu (胡蓓蔚), Brian Tse (謝東閔) and his rumoured girlfriend, Ashley Chu (朱智賢) form Crazy Runner group for 4 years and wish happy new year to everyone.

The official couples are seen together throughout the gathering except for Brian and Ashley. Joel seems to gain some weight in his pink colour top and does he eat too much during Lunar New Year?

Benjamin leaves a message: "It has been 4 years since we form Crazy Runner group. @Joel Chan do you remember how we start to run? Not to forget the rest too."

Jack says: "We know each other for many years and become friends after working. Thank you for supporting us! Hope we will gain fame as crazy runner and keep glowing!"

Joel Chan (陳山聰) accepts an interview at radio station and expresses his gratitude towards the film producer, Jazz Boon for arranging him to act as a couple with Elaine Yiu (姚子羚) in The Unholy Alliance (同盟) series: "It brings good response and we get to attend an event together earlier. I am liaising some stage performances now and really wish to get Best On-Screen Couple Award (最佳熒幕情侶) with Elaine Yiu this year."

Mentioning about his girlfriend, Apple in reality, Joel replies he does not have any marriage plan now and the ring is given to her as a gift only. She is also not anxious to get married now and wish to earn more money by attending stage performances.

Joel Chan (陳山聰) goes through ups and downs in his life and finally having smooth career and relationship in recent years. This year, he finally breaks the ice with Christine Ng (伍詠薇) when bumping into her in Japan and describes the relationship resembling to the reconciliation between the lovers. It is considered their "Honeymoon" period now and they chat to each other on the phone daily. Joel says: "Christine Ng has been my biggest worry and it is finally resolved now. It is my best gift in 2017. (Do you regret your old ways?) Cannot say regret as one tends to get lost. The past is not important and it is most important to cherish what we have now."

Ruco Chan (陳展鵬), Paw Hee-ching (鮑起靜), Joel Chan (陳山聰) and others are promoting The Unholy Alliance (同盟) series on 06 August but the female lead, Nancy Wu (胡定欣) is absent due to filming show in Australia. As Nina exposes Ruco for admitting to dating Phoebe Sin (單文柔) and she denies it, Paw Hee Ching says: "I have 2 sons, Ruco and Joel in the series and hope they will find their happiness and true love in reality." Joel says: "Everyone knows my true love." Ruco says with embarrassment: "I know and receive the blessing."

Ruco says after the activity: "Thank you for the concern and it has been circulating for 6 months. I am an adult and know everyone is anxious about me getting a girlfriend. I feel I need to buy a book to reply whenever you ask me this question. I need to root for myself and everyone feels bored after asking the same question. I need time to see if the girl is suitable for me and think about marriage when looking for a girlfriend now. Everybody wants to look for a decent girl and I know how to manage my private affair at this age."

It is unsure if Ruco does not turn a black face and remains cool due to Nancy's absence. Asking if he wants to attend event as couple team with Nancy to earn additional income, Ruco says: "It is decided by the company and it is the best if the whole cast team earn money together."

Christine Ng (伍詠薇) and Joel Chan (陳山聰) put the unhappiness behind together and share photo of themselves shaking hands together. Joel left a message at that time: "1 kiss forgets the hatred! No need to say everything and I love you!" On 19 June, Joel has dinner with Christine and Sharon Chan (陳敏之) at a restaurant and Sharon uploads their photo: "A reunion finally! #Very delicious# You are still food experts."

Joel Chan (陳山聰) attended a health event at Tsuen Wan and his right hand was bandaged: "It is an old injury and I do not know about lion dance. Kelly Fu (傅嘉莉) introduced a doctor to me after filming series two days ago and I went for scanning. I feel much better after that and it is cheap too. I am filming Hot Pursuit (乘勝狙擊) series and need to film some scenes about magic tricks. Hence, I hope my hand will recover quickly and the series will have better effects. (Your girlfriend helps you to massage?) Nope. Seeing a doctor now."

Joel Chan (陳山聰) and Grace Chan (陳凱琳) accepted an interview from radio station and when mentioned about the program, Scholar who walks the night (夜行書生) broadcasted by ViuTV was similar to Blue Veins (殭) series, Joel replied there was differences between Hong Kong and Korea drama: "Will tell Ng Yip Kwan (吳業坤) to remove more tops if the ratings is good."

When mentioned that he was pointed to take revenge towards his old love, Florinda Ho (何超雲) who dumped him by giving fake hint that he wanted to reconcile with her and announce his relationship with Apple from another industry, Joel felt it was very weird and resembled the scene in Blue Veins series. He also denied the news was fake: "I do not want to affect others due to this news. (Affect your relationship?) Nope. The people surrounding me understand my personality."

Will work very hard

Asking if he remained in contact with Florinda Ho, Joel rejected to reply. When asked if he was worried about affecting his image, Joel said: "My relationship with Florinda ended 3 years ago and it will not disappear suddenly in the future. Anyway, I will try to work very hard now."

TVB actor Joel Chan and Florinda Ho, daughter of Macau’s casino king Stanley Ho broke up in 2013. Recently, there were rumours circulating that Florinda had been trying to patch back with Joel, but Joel did not agree to it.

Today, Hong Kong media reported that Joel has a new girlfriend, Apple and they have been dating for 2 years.

The reports initially said that the 30-year-old Apple was a businesswoman, but it turns out that she is a beauty practitioner. She was also said to have a demure personality, and totally fits Joel’s “low-profile” criteria.

In an earlier interview, Joel said that he hoped his next girlfriend would be his marriage partner. Hence, reports also said that he had taken his girlfriend to meet his friends, and confirmed her “marriage partner status”.

Joel’s sister-in-law Sophie Lee revealed that the family had met Apple before and praised her pure and gentle personality. Joel has also become more positive after dating her.

When asked about his new relationship, Joel did not deny and said, “Thank you everyone for your concern. I believe our new drama, Blue Veins <殭> will be even more exciting than my love life. I hope to be low-profile in my personal matters and I want to protect my family and friends.”

Louis Cheung (張繼聰), Grace Chan (陳凱琳), and Elaine Yiu (姚子羚) went to a school campus to promote their new series, Raising The Bar (四個女仔三個BAR). Amongst the group, Louis and Grace's popularity were the highest; they were especially popular amongst the students. First time stepping onto a Hong Kong school campus, Grace was extremely happy and excited. She constantly waved to the students and was really happy that the students knew who she was. Speaking of Louis revealing that the four girls couldn't stop talking during filming, Grace smiled and joked that that's why the producer said he will give me a role that I can't speak as a form of punishment, indicating her new role in series Vampire. Rumored that Joel Chan (陳山聰) is currently pursuing her and even taking care of her mother, Grace thinks it's really funny in regards to this matter. She said their relationship as colleagues is really good, everyone respects her mother. Asked whether she is competing against Sisley Choi (蔡思貝) for the most rumored boyfriends, she smilingly said: "We'll each have one each week, but we cannot have the same one, we have to be wise in order to make rumors."

Joel Chan yesterday wore a straw hat appearing at an autumn event, he expressed that he will promptly be focused with the filming of new TVB series Cheung Po Tsai (張保仔). After he is finished with the filming in Hong Kong, in November they will be heading to Hengdian and Wuxi for the sceneries. Speaking of old love King of Gambling's daughter Florinda Ho was pointed out to be extremely skinny, Joel said: "I won't reply, the past is already the past, no need to impact others." He pointed that his life is very busy and that he is not dating. Speaking of Kenneth Ma (馬國明) has broken his "fast" (not having a girlfriend for a long time) in regards to his dating rumors, Joel said: "Really? If it's real, I will congratulate him for finding a girlfriend before I do. Wait until I ask him about it. Haven't heard him mentioning about his relationships, he is often really serious when he is working."

Joel Chan will be starting Lee Tim Shing's new TVB series [i]The Paintings of Bureaucracy/i] after the new year and will be shaving his head without hesitation. In the series, he and Kenneth Ma are brothers, he will be a semi-evil character. Joel hoped for a fresh new start and to concentrate on his work in the Year of the Horse. Although he still has a lot of negative news, he has already mentally prepared himself and admitted he didn't handle his relationship well, causing pain to others. He said: "I hope to make things better a step at a time. I also wish everyone to climb up steadily a step at a time in the Year of the Horse." When speaking of producer Amy Wong invited him to participate in one of her series, but he turned it down? Joel thanked Amy, and explained there was a schedule conflict at the time. He expressed this year work is his priority and he will put relationships aside for now.

Last year Joel Chan and the 'Gambling King' Stanley Ho's daughter Florinda Ho two year relationship ended. He instantly turned into a man with "four losses", he didn't have a girlfriend, didn't have jobs, didn't have money and was out of shape. Recently he's been actively working out to lose the weight and prepare for his comeback TVB series produced by Lee Tim Shing. Within three months, he lost 30 pounds.

Last night Joel accepted an interview on Scoop and admitted he disappointed his family and friends. He wanted to apologized to everyone: "I fell down, and I must get back up slowly. There should be some experiences in life in order for one to grow and mature. Before there were some things including my relationship I didn't handle well, which disappointed my friends, family and colleagues. I owe them all an apology. I also want to thank my family, friends and TVB for giving me the opportunity. In 2014, I will place my work in first place!"

Asked if he's lost hope in love? Joel expressed that is the future, but there is not a shadow that was left behind. "It wasn't my first time in a relationship. A romance is between two people. Third parties will not understand. Must rely on yourself." Joel said he won't ask that people like him, but he will do his best on his own part and hope his family won't have to worry about him again.

Ever since his breakup with heiress girlfriend Florinda Ho, actor Joel Chan has resumed his mediocre lifestyle, made worse by the latest reports of his losing a spokesperson deal with Regen Medical Group, HK Channel reported.

However, despite rumours of his penniless state, it was reported that the "Bottled Passion" actor has done nothing to improve it.

TVB Executive Virginia Lok revealed that there was no news from Joel at all that indicated his interest in making a comeback with his former employer. The actor previously angered the company by neglecting his acting responsibilities to go on long trips with his heiress girlfriend.

When asked if the station will take him back, Virginia stated, "TVB did not receive any calls from Joel showing his interest in coming back to act."

On the other hand, producer Lee Tim Sing is supportive of Joel.

"People go through good and bad times. Young people need a job; if I have any suitable roles for Joel later, I will include him."

While the actor is still hiding from the media, the opposite can be said of his ex-girlfriend, Florinda Ho. The casino heiress, who has been working hard to lose weight, was recently seen selling clothes and shoes that were gifts from Joel to a used clothing shop called Chew Close.

Last month 36 year old Joel Chan flew to England in hope to rescue his relationship with 24 year old Florinda Ho. After three weeks, Joel finally arrives at the London Heathrow Airport to catch his flight back to HK. Unfortunately, Florinda was no where to be seen, he was at the airport alone. He stopped for an interview with reporters.

Reporter: Broke up with Florinda?

Joel: (expressionless)

Reporter: After this trip with Florinda, is the relationship over?

Joel: (smiles) The relationship is fine.

Reporter: Coming back to HK, did you plan to marry Florinda?

Joel: (calm expression) I have never said anything about marriage.

Reporter: Patch up relationship successful?

Joel: (smiles) I never publicize my relationship issues.

Reporter: You and Florinda are doing fine?

Joel: (firm tone) There had never been issues in our relationship.

Yesterday afternoon at 5pm, Joel appeared at the HK airport alone with his luggage. He had sunglasses on, dressed very casually, didn't shave or gel his hair. He looked like he was in a pretty good mood. There were 50 reporters waiting for him at the airport, Joel stood still for pictures. When asked whether he failed on trying to reconcile with Florinda? He did not respond. It was rumored he has credit card debts? He finally spoke up: "I'm not responding to false news. (It was rumored you're in debt?) No, that is not the truth." With his hands together, Joel said: "Thanks you."

Asked when Florinda is coming back to HK? He said: "You guys should know more than me. You all knew when I'm coming back. (Are you going to shoot TVB series again?) You guys know more than me, but not at the moment. (What will you do back in HK?) I have always had work to do. (Shooting TV series?) Not related to the entertainment circle. I will say it if I can. Later, you all will find out. (You're fitter now.) Thanks!" At one point, the interview got out of hand and one reporter tripped. Joel helped the reporter get back up. Then a male friend arrived to pick Joel up.

Status Changed to "Single"

Two hours later, Florinda changed her status on Facebook. Her status went from "In a Relationship with Joel Chan" to "Single". She also announced on Weibo: "I saw reporters trying to interview my mother and Mr. Chan (Joel) getting defamed. I feel sorry for them. I have never thought I have to clarify fabricated news, but because the media have misplaced their kindness and frequently getting into my privacy and love life, Mr. Chan and I are good friends. We were good friends before, now and we should still be good friends in the future. I just hope everyone will give my family and Mr. Chan their personal space." She addressed Joel as "Mr. Chan" three times in her message and described their relationship as "good friends". The status of their relationship is crystal clear.

It was understood, Joel flew to England in hope to reconcile with Florinda. It was rumored his proposal to Florinda was successful, but that is obviously not the case. In the past, the two would post their intimate photos on social networks, but this time there was not a single one. Florinda had already said to Joel she wanted to break up in England. She wanted to get back to HK and talk it over with Joel before making the official break up announcement, but yesterday she learned that Joel told the public that there were no issues in their relationship, Florinda didn't want to keep it dragging and cause unnecessary misunderstandings. So, she decided to just make the announcement on the social networks.

After reports saying that controversial couple Joel Chan and Florinda Ho have patched things up, it was recently rumoured that the former TVB actor has lately proposed to his heiress girlfriend.

Asianpopnews website reported that according to a mutual friend, Joel, who rushed to London after hearing that Florinda was ill due to food poisoning, used the opportunity to woo her back by taking care of the casino heiress attentively.

The source reported that Florinda, softened by Joel's gesture, finally agreed to reconcile. However, the actor used the opportunity to propose to her again.

The source stated, "Joel proposed to Florinda and asked for a chance to take care of her for life. Florinda was moved and called her mother Ina Chan to discuss. However, Ina was strongly against their marriage and Florinda had no choice but to shelve the wedding aside."

It was alleged that Stanley Ho's third wife has reservations about Joel, but chose not to object for her daughter's sake. But after learning that Florinda has invested in Joel's fashion business, and has spent a lot of money on him, she was very supportive of Florinda's decision to end the relationship.

The source continued, "After hearing about the reconciliation, Florinda's mother has been calling her repeatedly and urging her to return home, but Florinda has turned a deaf ear to her mother's requests and even chose to ignore her calls."

Meanwhile, according to reports, this was not the first time in which Joel had proposed to Florinda. The ex-TVB actor has been proposing numerous times to Florinda for the two years they have been together, but was rejected as the latter felt that she needed more time to understand each other.

After making the decision to chase after his lady love to London last week, it was rumoured that Joel Chan and Florinda Ho have finally rekindled their relationship.

Jayne Stars reported that on 12 April, Joel set off to London boarding a Cathay Pacific flight, allegedly after borrowing money from friends for his airfare.

It was also reported that the former TVB actor also arrived at the Hong Kong International Airport by the Turbo Jet flight from Macau, and directly checked in to his flight through the custom terminals at the pier in order to avoid the paparazzi.

After learning that the heiress has been suffering from food poisoning during the last few days, Joel immediately took her to see the doctor and was seen running errands for Florinda around the city.

Touched by his gesture, sources revealed that the casino heiress has already forgiven Joel and they are now back together.

One of the sources claimed, "It was Vincent [mutual friend] who contacted Joel about Florinda's food poisoning. Vincent also came up with an excuse to go back to Hong Kong so Joel could come to London to take care of her."

Another rumour surfaced regarding Joel Chan and Florinda Ho's breakup, with sources claiming that the former TVB actor has been struggling with enormous debt after the actor paid a hefty separation fee to ex-wife.

According to Asianpopnews website, Joel Chan, who was rumoured to have been driven out by Florinda due to his massive credit card debts recently, allegedly owed his former wife, Ponny Yeung 18 months of alimony.

The actor, who reportedly forked out HKD500,000 of separation fee to Ponny to sign the divorce papers immediately, had earlier agreed to pay her a regular sum of alimony monthly but has failed to do so.

Rather than working diligently to build his career, Joel spent his time dating the rich heiress, and led a lavish lifestyle that includes high-class dining, luxury beach resorts getaway and using branded products.

A source alleged, "Joel always acted very generous towards Florinda, and often treated her to romantic dinners and lavishing her with branded gifts. He even accompanied Florinda around the world."

However, his over-spending caused him a massive debt and an alimony that has yet to be paid.

The source added that the controversy affected not only the couple but also his ex-wife, and disclosed, "Ponny has had enough over the last two years and dare not even visit her mother now [due to the recent headlines]."

The Hong Kong actor reportedly asked Florinda Ho to pay his credit card bills after the latter initiated a breakup with him
Hong Kong actor Joel Chan reportedly left his ex-wife two years ago to woo the daughter of Hong Kong's 'King of Gambling' Stanley Ho.

Despite criticisms from the public that Joel was eyeing the Ho family's wealth, Florinda Ho firmly believed that he was truly in love with her. Rumours of an upcoming marriage broke out several times throughout their years of dating.

However, sources revealed that Joel started asking for money from his girlfriend frequently, claiming that he required funds to start his own fashion business and café. Florinda was also asked to request for a house from her mother as their wedding gift.

When the heiress rejected all of his requests, Joel took her no-limit credit card and spent her money freely.

It was said that Florinda finally decided to break up after seeing her boyfriend's true colours. An insider said, 'The credit card bills kept accumulating and Joel continued to ask for money from Florinda. She couldn't take it and finally decided to break up with him.'

'But he didn't give up and he told her that she should at least help clear his credit card debts first, so he was immediately chased out of the house,' the insider continued.

Florinda posted a photo of a heart shaped hairpin on her social media site yesterday, along with the comment 'Money=Love', indirectly confirming rumours of their break up. She declined to comment on the rumours when reporters contacted her.

Meanwhile, Joel has been staying out of public eye after the rumours surfaced. Reports claimed that the 36-year-old is desperately trying to save the relationship.