Raymond Lam Does Not Deny Spending $1.8 Million on Karena Ng
Is Raymond Lam (林峯) willing to spend millions to make new girlfriend Karena Ng (吳千語) happy? Taking three trips to Tokyo, Okinawa, and Milan in the span of three weeks, the price tag of the international flights was already hefty. Adding the shopping costs of luxury designer goods, the splurge-cation would quickly soar past millions of dollars.
Tabloids reported that while in Milan, Raymond spent $1.8 million HKD to snap up five Hermes Birkin handbags for Karena. Allowing Karena to conveniently shop to her heart’s desire, Raymond also allegedly gifted her the prestigious American Express Centurion Card, in which the cardholders are typically highly affluent millionaires.
Appearing at a promotional event in Hong Kong today, Raymond denied that he gave Karena the American Express “black card”. “Don’t be so old-fashioned; what generation are we in? I have not even seen this card myself.”
When drilled on whether he had spent $1.8 million HKD on designer handbags for his girlfriend, Raymond answered ambiguously, “There ‘s no need to share personal matters. And this is unimportant. I also bought many things for my family.”
While the Hong Kong media attempted to attach Raymond’s love for Karena with a price tag, the 33-year-old was more upset that photos from their Milan flight were painted as indecent frolicking on the airplane.
“It’s very sad. It’s a very sweet trip. I went over to cover Karena with a blanket and give her a goodnight kiss and asked if she wanted to eat. The story became twisted in the published news. We were behaving in a normal way, but the news was reported and described [in such a manner]. Let’s reflect on what’s normal. Enough is enough; I hope to see this stop,” Raymond said sternly.
Karena responded that she had paid for all of her own credit card bills while on vacation with Raymond. “There is no such thing. I will not allow him to pay for the bills. I paid for all the bills myself.”
What a lucky B. Raymond is her suga daddy. Milk all his money. Hahaha
I am sure LF gets something out of it too.
wait a second….get what??? They slept in totally different rooms…..”innocent puppy eyed look and all.”
LOL!!!!
Yeah, both virgins.
“There is no such thing. I will not allow him to pay for the bills. I paid for all the bills myself.”
Sure she did. I’m not buying it.
Me too!
Me too and as we all know so well, celebs are famous for lying through their teeth.
Mommy says that your teeth will fall off if you lie.
Gosh, the reporters in HK must be busy as we hear news of this guy w/his new girlie like every other day?
Well if you see the responses on this site, you can understand why. Raymond Lam generates hate talks all over, including fan talks as well. He’s popular, good or bad, still popular. And that’s money right there. News sites like these earn money through the immense traffic.
I mean, take a look at the other page. If you defend him, you’re an idol. If you don’t, you’re a hater. Then you get attacked for stating your opinion when in fact everything else being said is an opinion. And while people are going back and forth on the comment section, how much traffic, clicks and cents are being made? Bundles.
Very insightful comment kasey!
-kasey,
oh yes, i know that ‘ehhhe’ or some other person was on your tale haha…. crazy fans or not, we are stating our opinions but yeah some ppl overly worked up over nothing. personally, i think he’s so so in everything, acting wise or singing wise so i am not on or against but i guess some hardcore fans see it as differently when we dont love them as much or whatever. their mindset is so weird, just read and respect others opinion, why get so defensive and angry? sigh…oh well, there will always be ppl like that in every forum i guess.
Right? Seriously, I don’t know what I said that seem to ‘defend’ him.
I’m not a fan of his, but I don’t hate him. I just think if critics need to criticize the man at least stick with his expertise? Give him two cents on how to improve on his vocals or acting, no need to get personal? I mean, if people are so obsessed with trying to ‘fix’ or ‘teach’ those are out of their reach e.g. celebrities, how about reach out to those that are tangible e.g. community, a brother, sister?
I do agree, Raymond is mediocre in both his fields. Though in recent years, I think he improved on his singing, he doesn’t gag on live stage as much anymore. Well not gag, but less out of breath?
-kasey,
I know, there are so others really take it personally and when i see some of those comments n then trying to bite someone’s head’s off just b/c of entertainment commentating is just so stupid and naive. personally, these sites are just to kill time n bs a bit of celebs, there is no need to get hysterical but there are many many hardcore fans who are like this. some even say, ‘i hate them now, wish they die’ ?????? seriously, do we really need to care whether or not they will end up together? i mean, seriously those are some major hardcore fans if they think that. sigh..
yes, to me he is just a LUCKY guy who’s acting is mediocre and singing even more so but do i have to be a fan or not a fan to say that? i dont think so, i am just stating an opinion, if you dont believe or like what i say, fine b/c everyone is entitle to state their opinions, that’s why they are many kinds of people in this world and thats why it balances out. live w/it i/o of getting angry about it. dont be mad, be happy :0)
Haha. You’re right. Let begone be begone.
The ‘wish you die’ … I don’t think that person falls under the ‘fan’ or ‘crazy fan’ level..I don’t consider them human anymore.
I am Raymond royal fans…don’t care how much he spend on BB or the trip…it is none of my business…it is his money….as long as he still focus on his work and give great performance…continues improve on his singing, dancing and acting…that is the LF I love…support him
AL,
Be careful on here, openly telling the public how much you support Raymond may get you butchered by some of the extremists here.
Stay safe and happy commenting! 🙂
thank you…but i sometime just feel sorry, sad and a bit of worry for Raymond…reporter just have to follow them on every step…a see the news for them almost everyday…o-boy…people has less EQ will go crazy…luck that Raymond has good EQ too…yea…i am a happy fans… 🙂
I am not a fan, but I am glad he knows how to “enjoy” life.
He deserves it!
The reporting is just laughable. Man will pleased his lover with crappy gifts to keep her happy.
Hong Kong entertainment news at its best.
Seriously, this is news? Whats wrong with him buying gifts and her accepting it? Absoulutely nothing, not all women in HK are golddiggers like they portray them to be on TV. It’s none of our business
reason I watch drama & movie because entertainment
reason I read entertainment news because entertainment
I’m just saying if some ppl dont’ like a certain celebrity then why even bother stallking their news theroughly just so they can make negative comments, it’s not entertainment for them unless you count taking a lot of pride of joy making neegative comments is entertainment then hey it’s just appalling and quite sick.
Don’t like an actor that’s fine, but shouldn’t attack their personal life. Why should they reveal any more detaisl of their personal lives when they’re already been invaded and violated by the media?
Lyle,
You would be shocked to see how many people follow celebs they don’t like just to pick on and attack them. I found it so strange that many like to spend so much time on someone they don’t like.I guess they have way too much time on their hands that they have to waste it somehow.
Psychologically speaking, not saying all, but in most cases, people who feel unsatisfied with their lives for whatever reason, they feel the need to express it some form or another. I mean, we all get angry and then take it out on other people, it happens. It falls under the ‘normal’ range. But when someone constantly feels the need to put someone else down to make themselves feel better or prove their ‘point’ (point is quoted because by the time a person feels a consistent basis to attack another person…he/she isn’t making a point, its gibberish from there) that it becomes a hobby…well, I personally think they need a friend to talk to. ASAP!
Part of the reason could be because some people just aren’t satisfied with their life outside the Internet. They need to find someone to hate on and usually the easiest targets are celebrities. Because most of these peoples thinks these celebrities lacks the ‘talent’ and shouldn’t be given so much attention or making so much money.
I find its always the same pattern with these people. They would target a certain celebrity and nitpick every single little thing against them. Then these individuals would bring in part of their daily lives into the argument and state that they are ‘better’ than these celebrities in some way.
Sometimes I find the Internet a very scary place because these individuals are rather sick and delusional.
Just for the record, I am not just stating the above comment against Raymond Lam haters. I am stating it against all haters that would stalk a certain celebrity in every single forum and making offending comments against them.
lol Crystal, can I say great minds think alike? =]
I know I understand take Bieber for example that kid has even having hate from the age of 15 from grown men. I understand how the Internet is I’m just one of the few ppl that don’t use my personal opinion of them to judge them. We can judge them as an artiste but not as a human being just like the rest if us. It just seems like some people don’t understand or forget that celebrities are humans just like the rest of us, we all have flaws. Im just someone that can seperate between judging an artiste professionally rather than personally.
I know that most people vent on the Internet since they’re probably incapable of doing it outside of it.
Wildberries:
Of course! Good to know someone here shares the same view as me!
Also, you are right. Celebrities are the easiest to target since they’re pretty much out of reach. In addition, the internet was created to make our lives more convenient. Somehow, other humans turned it into a digital war. Well, if I sat here and tried to figure out why this world is the way it is…I’d be ancient 😀
Being a public figure or anyone known or popular, there are bound to be many that like you but there are also going to be many that will hate you as well… No one can be liked by everyone regardless of how nice, sweet,talented,etc.. you are. That’s just how it is.
I know I’m just saying if I were to dislike a celebrity it would have to be Either I dislike their acting/singing or whatever talent they have not what they do in their personal lives cause whatever they do offscreen and personally it doesn’t affect me in any way so why should I bother what he does with his girlfriend, family…etc. being a celebrity gives us a right to judge him professionally not personally.
Wow.
I double “wow” “wow” lol at the report and the comments lol.
That’s good! Entertainment news is suppose to ‘wow’ and ‘lol’ you! 🙂
Haha yes, I was “wow” for both the report and comments.
And LOL Crystal. That’s so true!
After Raymond Lam’s frolck with the wannabe Chinese actress and then ditching her to save his popularity..and reputation, I think he deserves Karena Ng. She will probably ripped him off…and apart.
He’s such a lost child, trying to be cool. Sadly I completely turned off when he appears onscreen nowadays. Used to like him in his earlier shows where he was more earnest in his portrayals of the characters he played.
Agree. I liked him as a newbie in step into a past and eternal happiness. Then it went downhill it seems like he’s not focused. Singing and acting and his private life so messy, well, now at least he’s stable. His acting is not good cause he just shows his chok image with no substance.
She paid for all the bills herself? As in the dinner bill? Can she afford all those bags?
What I interpret is that she paid her own credit card expenses.
Well, if the purchase is not made through her cards then she wouldn’t need to pay for it.. 😛
Probably Ray’s cards were maxed out?! You did mention how expensive those bags were. So I suppose maxed out on the bags, so she had to pay for dinners.
Max out? Not likely. I don’t believe for a sec that he doesn’t own a Centurion or Black card 😛
Hahaha maybe Karena treated him meals to thank him for the trip/gifts. She would have paid for some small items on her own too. (I would :P)
Of course! Of course! Sehseh, I shall not doubt your knowledge of luxury goods and the many cards out there! I believe you eventhough frankly I have no idea what is centurion or black card. I stop at Platinum!! See! Following Ray’s gossips has taught me
a. LV is lower in the luxury goods grade
b. Coach ain’t that grander either
c. Birkin is the epitome of luxury goods
d. there’s a card called Centurion and Black card!
e. I can never ever ever ever afford a to d.
Sigh… Sehseh, I feel very poor all of a sudden. How I wish I can declare like Karena did that “There is no such thing. I will not allow him to pay for the bills. I paid for all the bills myself”
except of course most of the more expensive bills is with him. I don’t suppose he gave her a supp card, so that can explain that I paid for all the bills myself, as you mentioned it could be credit card bills.
Actually, my knowledge for branded stuff is very basic. A lot of readers here know more than I do. Have to pick up a bit stuff here and there in order to make decent conversation with colleagues and business associates (especially ladies). Ironically, my circle of close friends don’t care that much abt branded bags.
I think I will look like blank when talking about branded goods. For me handbags I am not picky. I think I will be very quiet.
LV is lower in the luxury goods grade
Depends. Branding wise, it’s one of the most popular brands and good quality (value for money, chic designs). But many people carry it, it sorta lower the exclusivity of it. It’s like that Longchamp bag, you see like 5 in 10 ladies on the street carrying it. It just kill my desire to own one. My colleague owns a LV Neverfull and she now doesn’t carry it because a lot of people does (lol she get mad when ‘clashes’ bag)
LV has been faked quite a lot. Except in France where the fake bags are fined, I see the fake LV bags everywhere. It can lower the value of LV but LV, from wat I’ve seen, is still very expensive. I dun noe which one is Birkin, but the LV bags I’ve seen has the similar price with the Hermes ones.
Maybe now, the ones who used these Chinese brand bags will become trendy because these bags won’t clash in a world of woman with brand bags.
LV is the most faked among all name brands because LV is a brand known for its durable leather. LV can literally last for decades and it only gets better with age. I for one like LV because its one of the few name brands that is actually quality made to last for centuries, can’t say the same for Prada or Gucci. Also, there’s a variety of lines for the LV brand, some are more affordable and rather cheap for its quality. But there’s also the limited edition that you only see in magazines or on celebrities that would literally cost you as much as a car for a handbag.
Hermes is known for its quality as well and not to mention the limited quantity of their original patent handmade handbag. In order to purchase the original handbag you must be a VIP. VIP is not someone that can easily afford a US$5k Hermes wallet. VIP is someone like the Queen, Madonna or some rich millionaire. And even if you are a VIP its not easy to purchase the bag, last time I heard it takes 3 years on a waiting list to buy ONE of those bags. Raymond Lam did not buy those bags on his trip from the amount he spent on the trip.
Simply put, Hermes is the Lamborghini with small leather goods and LV is the Benz.
Even if she could financially afford it, not sure she has the status to cut the queue for a Birkin. From the other reporting, Raymond ordered or paid deposit. It sounds to me that Raymond only got in the queue for the 5 Birkins.
she is newcomer how can afford it? it’s nonsense.
She can afford it or not, it’s questionable but she isn’t really a newcomer. She has 4 year experience of leading.
What? Dunno if it’s different in HK, but the Amex black card is not THAT hard to get. My parents and I have it, and we’re most definitely not millionaires. We just use it in places that only accept Amex cards.
Really? I used to have just a regular American Express but stopped using it since so many places just would not take it. Many places just took Visa and MasterCard only for the most part.
We here is Mastercard and Visa and when you apply for one, they will stuff you with the other and then you have 2 pay twice the government tax, twice the yearly fee except they say you can call to waive the fee and tax and I feel like must I be like a beggar once every year? Just do away with the yearly fee!
American Express also but rare, diner’s card almost none. What else? Now debit card is the rage.
No need to beg. Just cancel your card. Give ‘yearly fee’ as cancellation reason. If your credit is good, they will send you a new card with 3 years waved.
That’s what happen to me. At that time, I genuinely wanted to cancel the card because the bank refused to wave the fee for me, giving me lots of requirement to fulfill first. So, I cancelled my card instead. Not long after, the bank phoned me, saying they want to issue me a new card with yearly fee waved for x years.
Debit card has its limitation. I prefer Credit card which can become a Debit card sometimes if you put money in it.
Amex I dun like, because there aren’t many places accepting it.
Let’s stop for a moment on those holidays, Hermes & LV stuff, credit cards, etc………..anyone notice LF’s receding hairline ??? and looking ‘older’ than his days at tvb **
he’s an uncle now and still performs punk hairstyles? between, good of him to spend on her, she must have given him something, hope they get married soon,to officiate it
If Raymond is an uncle at 33 then Andy Lau is 52 he must be a grandfather lol.
You can be an uncle even if you are 20. Don’t you know? Andy Lau is old enough to be a grandfather, is that a surprise to you?
-apple,
andy lau is of grandfather age? hahaha u dont think so? lol
These two are so similar to hawick/ yang mi, older guy with younger gf and older guy using $$ to entice younger female. Both couples have every news written about them. Being a celebrity is sure tough, your cornered from all sides, how to breathe?
HL might be luckier b/c that girl is even more popular than he is and she is rich on her own as well. So that relationship, the guy hit the jackpot and for this pair, she def hit the jackpot.