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Sylvester Sim (born 19 January 1983) is a talented singer-songwriter from Singapore. His name resonates with the 2004 Singapore Idol series, where he won the runner-up with his gritty, tattooed rock star persona. The following year, he released his Mandarin album Take Flight. In 2009, he began performing regularly in clubs, exploring Singapore’s diverse music scene.
Sylvester Sim’s love for music led him to set up a platform in 2013 to encourage aspiring musicians to showcase their skills at Live Bar. Although he failed the audition for The Voice of China in 2014, his passion for music remains strong.
Despite the setbacks, Sylvester Sim did not give up on his dreams and released the single “New Hope” in 2016. The song expressed his desire to move beyond being a recording artist and explore other avenues in the music industry. Now, at the age of 39, he is more determined than ever to make a mark and carve out a niche in the music industry.
Singaporean singer
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 Sylvester Sim: History, Biography, Photos |
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| Name: | Shen Xianglong |
| stage name: | Sylvester Sim |
| Date of Birth: | January 19, 1983 (41 years old) |
| place of birth: | Singapore |
| Country of Citizenship: | Singapore |
| high: | 1.71 m |
| parents: | Ben Ferrell, Janet Rosenberg Ferrell |
| Brothers and sisters: | Laura Ferrer, Sarah Ferrer |
| spouse: | Wang Sisi (married in 2012) |
| Girlfriend • Partner: | not applicable |
| Children: | Shen Meimei |
| Profession: | Singer • Composer |
| net worth: | $5 million |
early life
Sylvester Sim is a mysterious figure in the Singaporean entertainment industry, he was born on January 19, 1983. He is a mixed-race child, his father is Ben Fererh, a Singaporean, and his mother is Jeanette Rothenberg Fererh, whose ancestral home is Chinese.
Although little is known about his early life, he is said to have two sisters named Laura Fererh and Sarah Fererh.
Sylvester Sim is known for being private about his personal life and has never revealed any details about his educational background. However, his achievements speak for themselves. Although Sylvester Sim reveals little about his upbringing, he is known for his unique singing style and creative vision and is a multi-talented artist.
Personal life
In August 2012, the sunny and charismatic Singaporean rock singer Sylvester Sim exchanged vows with renowned Chinese choreographer Sisy Wang in a joyous wedding ceremony at the Singapore Recreation Centre. The ceremony was attended by the entertainment elite to celebrate the union of two talented artists.
Four years later, the couple welcomed their daughter, Naomi Sim, and their lives are filled with joy and happiness. Sylvester Sim is a loving father who often shares heartwarming photos of his little one on social media, showing his deep love and affection for his family.
Profession
In 2005, Sim released his first solo album “Take Flight”, which quickly became an instant hit. The album won the Platinum Record Award in Singapore, and Sim himself was awarded the Media Best Newcomer Award, receiving unanimous praise from music fans and the industry.
Later, Shen Zhiqiang performed at Jolin Tsai’s concert in Singapore, fully demonstrating his musical talent. He also ventured into the entertainment industry, appearing in variety shows, movies, charity events, and even making his mark on various social media platforms.
He recently competed in the hit singing competition The Voice of China again, achieving an impressive top 6. He also keeps his music career alive by making a splash on various club stages in the entertainment industry.
However, in July 2017, Sylvester Sim caused controversy when he withdrew from the Muay Thai Masters match against Steven Lin, citing insufficient insurance. Although Pradeep Subramanian replaced Sylvester Sim, he eventually lost to Steven Lin by technical knockout and unfortunately died of cardiac arrest and respiratory failure. Although opinions were divided, the incident sparked a debate about Sylvester Sim’s last-minute withdrawal from the match and his potential responsibility for the tragic outcome.
Despite the unfortunate circumstances, Steven Lin’s victory marked the beginning of his fitness journey and celebrity cult. Now, Sylvester Sim is back with a new single titled “New Hope” that aims to reignite his music career and show the world what he’s made of.
net worth
Sylvester Sim’s net worth is estimated to be $5 million. His wealth is mainly derived from his music career and other business ventures.
Sim has starred in commercials for a number of brands over the years, and he also makes money through merchandise sales and endorsement contracts.
Social Media
- Instagram account: @Iamsylvestersim
- Twitter: @Simsylvester
Discography
- I dream
- When I look into your eyes
- meteor
- Introduction
- TOEIC
- Inggai
- Love blog
- I will find my own way
- How you look tonight
- Forever in my heart
- Auspicious Dragon
- Eighteen feet
