Raymond Lam’s Parents Disapprove of Him Leaving TVB?
After spending 16 years at TVB, Raymond Lam (林峯) announced leaving the company without plans to renew his management contract. While his girlfriend Karena Ng (吳千語) fully supports this decision, Raymond’s parents are reportedly unhappy that he is leaving the roots of his career in the entertainment industry behind him.
Since TVB has always regarded Raymond as a “biological son”, management executive Virginia Lok (樂易玲) persuaded him to stay several times when his contract was up for negotiation. Ms. Lok provided Raymond with many lucrative offers, such as allowing him to film Mainland Chinese dramas at the same time and earning 500,000 RMB per episode. However, it was said that Raymond had plans to leave a long time ago.
An important contributing factor to Raymond’s final decision may be Karena’s constant persuasion. Reportedly, Karena is confident that he is able to reach new heights in his music career. On the other hand, if Raymond remains at TVB, she believes he will be blocked from further chances of success.
However, Raymond’s parents reportedly disapprove of his decision to leave TVB. When Raymond first entered the company via the artiste training class, his parents allegedly used their connections to secure opportunities for Raymond to star in dramas. They even thanked TVB when Raymond became more popular. Since TVB was where he started off, his parents want him to stay.
Source: Ming Pao
This article is written by Shirley for JayneStars.com.
Didn’t his father wanted him to return home to run the business??
So what does the parents approve of? They disapprove his choice of girlfriends lar, now leaving TVB lar… maybe nose job also.. what else? It is as if like “Daddy, what can I do to make YOU feel proud of me? WHAT?!”
Anyway I don’t think this article as the truth. Moreover reading it plainly, it is just another attempt to blame Karena for everything hence the disapproval is on because of Karena’s influence on Raymond and Raymond listens to her 100%.
His dad probaly don’t want raymond to go to the company karena’s In. And ms lok has connections with Raymond’s dad. They are all from Xiamen and have more business connection. Plus he’s spending too much time with karena
His dad have to realize the saying ” Your Son is your Son until he Takes a Wife “
Agree with Richard and liiv. Certainly I see his parents disapproving their relationship and his departure. At least readers who has claimed it’s false is reading this article. If so, he/she believes there’s truth to it, if not, they wouldn’t be reading it in the first place.
Don’t get why people get so annoyed at these ‘headlines’ and stories. This is a gossip website after all. Majority of the content is pure drivel.
Old news is better than no news
I don’t believe is true. There is no reason his parents disapprove him. They needs to respect him & support his decision.
fabricated & fictional news
“his parents allegedly used their connections to secure opportunities for Raymond to star in dramas”
And, they will continue to do whatever it takes (hire a PR machine, give away free tickets, give expensive gifts to management executives, etc.) to make LF “appear” successful (whether he deserves it or not).
Management executives really need to treat artists fairly.
Lol MW!
I get the feeling that Raymond is being pulled around like a puppet on a string by his parents, Ms Lok and Karena Ng. Whether this particular article has any truth to it or not, Raymond’s parent seem to want to make all his decisions for him. Last time I checked, he was 33 years old, more than old enough to make his own decisions. His parents do not approve of Karena and will not want to lose out to her as far as who has the most influence over Raymond and who he will listen to. It is like a competition between the parents and Karena.
We all know that Karena has him cat whupped, lol, but this should be his decision, not Karena’s, and certainly not Virginia Lok’s.
His dad is a domineering bully who believes he should make all the decisions in his adult children’s life. He needs to realise we are in the year 2014, and not 1420 where adult children still needed their parents, especially their father’s permission to even pee.
He might be family-oriented but I doubt his parents cant make decisions for him. When he decides something, it seems that his parents cant change him. For example the decision to join industry, his parents cant change his mind and until now, he is still staying in ent circle to prove that he has his own career path.
As for Karena, it is funny that people think of her as a gold digger but how a gold digger can force her gold mine to do this and that? She must feel scared that the gold mine will leave her if she isnt obedient. And she wont take the risks to tell him to switch job since it may lead to failure. A gold digger is supposed to react 180 degree different to Karena.
And up to now, I have never seen his parents really that hated toward Karena. Last time she was with them to a Buddhist concert. As for his bro’s weibo which isnt following her weibo, oh well, so why his bro doesnt follow his TVB frds (or than Ron) but following CW team. Lol, does it mean his family doesnt like the ones who called themselves his buddies as well?
A gold digger who does not have a job or a creer is supposed to react 180 degrees to Karena. I am not calling her a gold digger, just making a point. His brother has made it clear how he feels about Karena. So they all went to a Buddhist concert, so what Foxx?. Right now, Jay Z and his wife Beyoncé are having a joint tour, even kissing on stage and all, but there will be news of a separation as soon as the tour is over. It is called keeping up appearances. His brother can follow who he wants to.
I know a woman who is related to Rihanna but she does not like or buy RiRi’s music, does that mean she does not like or wish Rihanna the best?. It is just that she does not appreciate that kind of music, she is more for the golden oldies, jazz, doo woop that kind of thing. So your point.
Yes, it is a matter of fact that his bro can follow whoever he wants to. It means he treats Karena no different to any of the so-called “buddies” of LF that he doesnt follow. He has never openly said or mentioned that he likes or dislikes Karena. Basically, his family have never say anything about Karena to public. It is similar to the case of Bosco when reporters keep saying that Bosco’s mom doesnt support Vanessa but we wont never know the truth.
I simply do not believe that his decisions can be affected by his parents or Karena. He may ask for their opinions but he isnt the obedient type.
Very good insight Trini. It’s quite evident that their family is having a bad relationship.
Like Fox, I mean Alluka pointed out, the last time they were in a public event was in the concert. If memory serves me right, that was hmm, 2013?? Seems like close relationship means meeting once every year lol.
His brother’s comments and his inability to follow her CLEARLY shows that their relationship isn’t that good. He’s willing to follow his bro’s friends, “OUTSIDERS” by all means but not his future sister-in-law. Shows a lot by the way lol.
And I haven’t see any photos of them at dinner events or family gatherings. With the HK media chasing him around 24-7, why aren’t they successful in capturing family moment? All I know is he’s flirting with her in Japan on CHINESE NEW YEAR when he’s claiming he wants to spend more time with his family. Talk about a hypocrite.. Reminds me of Roger Kwok btw.
@Andrew :”Reminds me of Roger Kwok btw”
This got me very curious, care to elaborate?
Have you watched the recent drama featuring Roger Kwok and Krystal Tin? If yes, you should know.
Andrew,
Never watched dramas, so do you mind elaborating the story? Yes, I know google is FOC, though.
In the drama, Roger appears to be a genuine, nice man. Unfortunately, he tells lies and disguises himself as a gentleman.
Similarly to LF, he too made statements that were proven to be lies.
And on top of that, Roger’s wife is 16 years younger than him and LF has a girlfriend that’s 14 years younger than him.
See the similarities?
Seems to me his parents are never happy with all his decisions. Must be tough having parents like that.
@iawnaek
You got that right. Raymond’s parents are never happy with anything he does, or any decision he makes, unless they make the choices and decisions for him. His dad is a controlling bully. There seem to be a lot of controlling fathers and husbands in Hong Kong, hmmmm.
..& wifes.
Hong Kong is a tough place to live i tell ya. tough tough tough
Quite irrelevant to content of this article but now you see 500.000 RMB per eps ihis article. Hope someone wont say the reporters who they are always trusted are inflating.
And it makes me laugh out loud.
Lol, didn’t you say that the article and what the media say about his family disliking his girl friend is ALL LIES? If that’s the case, why are you believing that he receives 500k?
Fox, listen, you have confirmation bias.
So because you believe all those articles are truth, he is paid 500.000 RMB per eps is indeed truth? Ok, I just need you to confirm you believe it, the rest I dont mind, haha.
Lol, I honestly don’t care if he makes 30, 50, or whatever amount per episode.
At the end of the day, he’ll just have more petty cash to buy more hermes and Gucci for his BB. Sadly though, he won’t even buy a ice cream cone for his fans LMAO!
So it’s all because of an ice cream? Or a dream is crashed?
@alluka
Lol, you’re thinking too much. All I know though is some artistes treat their fans to ice cream or something – meal or whatever but LF is not willing to treat anything. Is that called cheap?
@looooo
Haha, you’re funny but I don’t want to talk to you because you start cursing at me. Rude and disrespectful.
At least, the reporter(s) did not inflate LF’s per episode fee to 600,000 RMB (or higher).
Like somebody did.
Look at who is trying to twist the fact and inflate everything. I know it is a punch to your face and too bad, not the first time. Too bad for you hahaha.
MW, your comments never fail to make me laugh haha.
Maybe the reporters are telling the truth, half truth, or the contents in this article are blatant lies to sell papers. However, anyone will be living an illusion to deny that Raymond’s parent do not want to control his life, especially his father. We all know that Karena has a big influence on his life, and Virginia Lok will give him the heaven and the earth to stay at TVB. Given these facts, it is understandable to believe the article, but who knows the article could be partially true or just media bull.
I meant to say, it is understandable f if netizens believe the article.
It doesnt matter. Believe or not is the decision of each person. In the end he made a decision.
BTW, 620 doesnt have much power in TVB now. It wouldn’t be a surprise if her people will leave soon because they are not given opportunity. Moreover Sandy Yu empire is rising. Later we will see Priscilla Wong and Tony Hung on top.
Ming Pao seems creditable sources.
I know right? Some person are so blinded to him and believe in whatever he says LMAO. As far as I know, he LIED to his fans and reporters in 2012 about his relationship with Ng.
LF’s parents should declare in the Will that $1 goes to LF (and his spouse/offsprings), then LF can make his own decisions however he likes.
Based on LF’s previous interviews/comments, he sure sounds like he expects to inherit most everything but does not contribute much to deserve the inheritance.
Born with a silver spoon up his !#$%^ and of course he doesn’t need to do much. Same with everything he does in life 半桶水. 😀 🙁 LOL!
In my opinion, he is the role model of 2nd rich-gen who does not rely on family’s single penny
yup, line him up with the looser he’s at the top of the list. 😀 🙁 LOL!
If you’re wealthy you could quit working for a long time yes. But the ordinary people wouldn’t do it of course.
Raymond Lam should join ATV then 🙂
But, ATV may not be where the “corrupt” management executive is to pay LF 500,000 RMB per episode. 🙂
LMAO!!!!
The man is in his 30s, his parents should cut the umbilical cord and let him live his own life. Typical Asian parents, they want a say (whether welcome or not) in their children lives, even when their children are parents themselves.
wow….well is his decision to leave TVB and he just want to find some more money in the main land of china!!!!!!!
If Raymond is the favorite son, why didn’t TVB “give” him the Best Actor award a long time ago? Then for sure he will stay forever!
People always say the results are rigged, like Raymond was ahead in the voting last year and still lost! Or he was “given” singing awards as consolation prize! Are these speculations, rumors?
Why can’t people accept the fact that one can move on and make changes in their careers without justifying to others! This is called freedom of choice! And Raymond is certainly old enough to think for himself.
yeah that is totally true!!!!! 🙂 i agree with what you say!!!
Because there are more than one biological son in TVB…
Because some here cant accept the fact that he can move on.
@Alluka
No disrespect to you but you must be reading a different article from a completely different site. No one here has no problem with Raymond moving on. As a matter of fact 99% of the commenters here at Jaynestars support Raymond in moving on, as most netizens seem not to have any respect for the big bosses at TVB, and I agree with them.
Alluka,please read the comments and understand them before you make comment. thank you very much.
Trini – agree with you
@Trini: I referred to who cant accept him to move on :). I used the word “some” because I know most accepted, but some really cant. I refer to this site, jaynestar, not the other site. And I believe I understand them very well.
“If Raymond is the favorite son, why didn’t TVB “give” him the Best Actor award a long time ago? Then for sure he will stay forever!”
Most of everything were handed to him already but he doesn’t deserve them. 😀 🙁 LOL!
BTW, the award is too big on his head to handle the insults. 😀 🙁 LOL!
Hahahah!
Did people forget that Raymond’s god mother is one of TVB’s biggest shareholder. That lady that always appears at TVB anniversary for the opening with Sir Run Run Shaw.
Yes, you’re right but unfortunately, TVB has switched their management and board of directors since 2012. LF has lost power and so will his cousin.
Let me add – IF THIS IS TRUE, whoever is paying him 500k is throwing money into the ocean. Absolutely a waste LOL! His dramas generate SO LOW ratings. Investing 500k per episode in a Mainland drama is quite dumb. You’re make more money by building factories LMAO.
Paying 500k per episode to him is a risky and bad investment. He hasn’t settled his feet in China yet. His movies don’t translate well in China (yes, before you mention The White Snake, let me remind you JET LI was the main hero there) and his dramas record poorly in China. Essentially, China dramas have poor scripts and he hasn’t hit popped out in China. Purple Pins is a extremely good example and Ad Mania failed to generate large attention among the Chinese audience. As a matter of fact, it was warehoused for years and the tv stations just wanted to get rid of it ASAP lol.
For movie, 3D Baby Blues did badly in HK but in China, it is still on top 10 of Chinese horror movie box office from 2000 to now.
For drama, Loved in the purple was ranked the first for rating of San Tung in 2013, FYI. New breath of love was ranked in top 10 rating of CTS.
What do you mean by warehouse?
Let’s talk about Wei Si Fu. According to Huache Media, the two series brought the most money of copyrights to Huache in 2013 was Wei Si Fu and Boss & Me. Wei Si Fu was bought by all 4 big channels (SMG, Zhe Jiang, Beijing and Hunan) and SMG and Zhe Jiang decided to air it first. Hunan and CCTV are considering the time.
Lol, the worst thing is: Although you think investing in him is risky and bad, there are many companies which are willing to invest in him 😛 and paid him that much. Not only one but many. I know it hurts you and MW quite a lot.
San Tung? Is that even a major city lol? Are the ratings there representative of the majority Chinese population of 1.4 billion people? I don’t think so.
No idea what CTS stands for btw.
As for warehouse, I’m talking about Ad Mania… I’m surprised you don’t know that drama was filmed in 2010 and got shelved for FOUR YEARS until some station picked it up and quickly aired it. Haha, 2 episodes per day too LMAO.
As for that new drama.. As far as I know, it hasn’t even been aired yet LMAO! Off topic my friend, we’re talking about ratings now and you’re dragging in copyright fees LOL. At the end of the day, whatever the copyright fees costs DOESN’T MATTER because it’s not a major issue. RATINGS, RATINGS, RATINGS LOL! Once it finish airing and when ratings are it, you may come and brag about your idol lol.
Btw, the copyright fees shouldn’t be a issue to you or LF right lol? The investor should only be concerned.
Lastly, I said it before and I’ll say it now. You don’t know if he received that much money per episode. The press and you maybe inflating the numbers.
And even if he does receive so much, so what lol? The ratings are bad and the companies will just find out sooner that your idol is a bad investment haha! LF’S inability to film movies outside of that Pegasus company and TVB are cases where he ain’t box office success!
Btw, the more noney he makes, the more he spends on BB! Aww, he doesn’t even want to buy his fans a ice cream cone but he’ll use his money on Hermes and Rimowa hahaha.
Lolz, even the big four (Hunan, SMG, Zhe Jiang and Beijing) dont represent for China, dont say of San Tung. The latest famous Boss & Me have ideal rating of 0.56% FYI.
CTS is Taiwanese channel where New breath of love debuted.
Yes, Ad Mania unreleased in nearly 4 years. But 2 eps per day is indeed not rushed. Normally Chinese series air 3 eps per night. 2 eps is slow air.
For long release, well there are many Chinese series which are the same, for example Huo si yan which has been filmed since 2011, or Old story of Wang Lik Chuen (I appreciate it).
You dont seem to know much about China market.
The new series will be aired very soon :). 2 big channels bought it. Do you know its meaning? For a Chinese series, which station it will be aired is important because it decides 60% of the success. Being in Big four means at least the medias view it as a good investment.
The rating you will know soon.
Lolz, dont tell me that you are not old enough to still dream of marrying a star. But it can explain quite a lot why you are that cruel towards his love. Wake up.
Hahaha, Funn is so right, you’re madly in love with him. Seems like you need to wake up, don’t worry, I’ll mail you an alarm to wake you up.
At the end of the day, I don’t care whether his series hits high ratings or not or gets broadcast on “major” Chinese televisions. Why? Because it won’t be known to the HK audience nor the largely overseas Chinese population which mainly watches TVB or Korean dramas.
Yes, some people will watch Chinese dramas but it will not draw as much attention as TVB dramas or Korean dramas.
This drama and the other drama he filmed in China will only be lost in the large sea of Mainland produced dramas. The only supporters will be his fans in China and overseas LOL.
Ok, buy yourself and alarm and I will wait for your gift. But dont tell me a lie because if you lie to me, I will say it out loud :P.
Just kidding, dont take it serious, my little girl.
So you were lying? Oh well :p.
Maybe 620 tries to LF to film for tvb … It should be 500k an ep lol
620 treat LF like dirt. tvb produced 2 blockbuster from vegas to macau,she did not cast LF
Did Raymond Lam overdo the facials/facial spa treatments or what?
In that picture he’s starting to look like the late Roman Tam.
Hahahha. Yes Roman Law and the late Leslie Cheung.
No comparison.Leslie Cheung more or less kept his Peter Pan good looks until the end.
In that picture above, it’s the late Roman Tam resemblance that is coming through.
Weird that Raymond started off with bad news like he is from a rich family and has backing/connections, then when he did become famous there were none of these articles, now he’s ending off with these bad allegations again about his family helping him become famous.
old news is better than no news .
bad news is better than good news. It will attract readers