Noah Yap responds to criticism over Roxy Square visit
Singaporean actor Noah Yap has publicly defended himself against online accusations that his visit to an injured hawker was a publicity stunt. Yap clarified that he has a long-standing personal relationship with the hawker, who has known him since childhood.
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This highlights the intersection of social media scrutiny, celebrity culture, and the viral nature of local news in Singapore.
Singapore actor Noah Yap (right) with hawker Yeo Song Khoon, who was pushed to the ground after he patted a girl’s head.
Listen Summarise Noah Yap defended himself against accusations of seeking publicity by visiting injured hawker Yeo Song Khoon, emphasising their long-standing personal connection. A viral video showed a scuffle where Yeo was shoved to the ground after patting a child, leading to police investigations. Yap urged kindness and condemned violence. AI generated
SINGAPORE – Singapore actor Noah Yap has hit back at online critics who accused him of visiting an injured elderly hawker at Roxy Square as a publicity stunt to “ fight for the limelight ” .
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