Dennis Chew

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Dennis Chew
Chinese name 周崇慶 (traditional)
Chinese name 周崇庆 (simplified)
Pinyin Zhōu Chóngqìng (Mandarin)
Birth name Dennis Chew Chong Kheng
Born (1973-08-15) 15 August 1973 (age 51)
Singapore Singapore
Occupation Radio deejay, actor, host, singer
Years active 1980s-present

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Dennis Chew Chong Kheng (born 15 August 1973), also known as Zhou Chongqing, is a Singaporean radio deejay, actor, variety show host and singer.

Chew is known for being one of Y.E.S. 93.3FM's most popular deejays and for playing Aunty Lucy, a character which requires him to cross-dress as a middle-aged woman in the variety show Paris and Milan.

Early life

Chew studied at the former Pearl's Hill Primary School and Tuan Mong High School (predecessor of Ngee Ann Secondary School). At 13, Chew performed in the musical and children's television programme 《成语50》(Chinese Idioms 50). At 14, he was talent scouted for a commercial for Yakult because of his cute looks. He was part of the very first batch of students in the teen acting classes organised by the Singapore Broadcasting Corporation during the late 1980s. In 1991, he played a substantial role in the TV drama The Future is Mine (锦绣前程).

After serving his National Service (NS) with the army, Chew went on to Shatec to get a Diploma in Hotel Management as he realised during NS that it is important to further his studies.

Career

Chew became a Chinese teacher in Yumin Primary School and Raffles Girls' Primary School after completing his education. At the same time, he also worked as a part-time DJ at local radio station Y.E.S. 93.3FM. A few years later, he signed on as a full-time DJ with 93.3FM.

In Jan 2005, Chew released his very own music album, containing 9 original songs, all of which are close to his heart.

Chew's big break in television came in 2009 when he portrayed Aunty Lucy in the variety show Paris and Milan (女王本色) which also starred Patricia Mok, Michelle Tay and Ben Yeo.[1] His performance was extremely well received by both young and old, earning him popularity which led to his first ever win (Top 10 Most Popular Male Artistes Award) at the annual Star Awards in 2010. The character's catchphrase "Aiyoh, so embarrassing!" and the swooshing of his head to the right was popular with audiences. "Aunty Lucy" has also featured in films like Aunty Lucy Slam Dunk (Auntie Lucy 也灌篮),[2] It's a Great, Great World (大世界) and Dance Dance Dragon (龙众舞) and the game show We Are Singaporeans. Chew later stated in an interview that the success of Aunty Lucy was a major turning point in his career and the endorsement deals it brought help him clear debts he had incurred from an unsuccessful business venture.[1]

While juggling DJ duties, Chew has also hosted many different programmes ranging from roadshows, variety programmes and game shows and starred in several television series. In recent years, He has also participated in several local productions and films. These include the 《881 The Musical》, in which he played the role of an evil artiste manager.

In February 2013, Chew finalised his plans to move over to Love 97.2FM in mid-March as DJ, after hosting at YES 93.3FM for the past 20 years.[3]

Television hosting

*红星大奖2010 Star Awards 2010 Show 1

Filmography

Film
Year Film Role Notes
2006 Zodiac: The Race Begins 生肖传奇 Rooster, Rat, Evil Official Voiceover
2007 One Last Dance 茶舞 Foresan
Men in White 鬼啊鬼啊
2009 Aunty Lucy Slam Dunk Auntie Lucy也灌篮 Auntie Lucy
2011 It's a Great, Great World 大世界 Auntie Lucy
The Ghosts Must Be Crazy 鬼也笑 Sicklish Chicken
2012 Dance Dance Dragon 龙众舞 Lucy Long
Ghost on Air 灵听 Ping Xiao [4]
2013 Everybody's Business 人人有份 Mr Tay
2015 King of Mahjong 麻雀王
Television/Serials
Year Title Role Notes
1991 The Future is Mine 锦绣前程
1992 Duel in Shanghai 轰天龙虎 Yan Huai Ming 言怀明
1993 Heavenly Beings 再战封神榜 Lan Cai He 蓝采和
Hidden Truth 法网晴天 Lin Zhi Ji 林志吉
2000 The Invincible Squad 迷幻特警 Zhang Wenqing
2001 Love Me, Love Me Not 真爱无敌 Xiongxiong
2002 My Genie 2 我爱精灵2 3838438 Sitcom
New Dragon's Inn 新龙门客栈 Dian Xiao-er Sitcom
2012 Blk 88 大牌88 Voice-over (guest appearance)
Animated web series
Beyond X元素 Marcus Cameo appearance
2013 It's a Wonderful Life 好运到 Bai Baoxiang (Carl Bei) [5]
The Dream Makers 志在四方 Fang Yuanren
2014 Yes We Can! 我们一定行! Mr Chew
World at Your Feet 球在你脚下 Lan Yangyang
118 Wang Shunfeng
2015 The Dream Makers II 志在四方II Fang Yuanren
2016 I Want To Be Star 小咖大作战 Edgar

Awards and Recognition

Radio
Year Award
2000 RCS Golden Mike Awards – 'Most Friendly' DJ
2001 Friday Weekly Singapore's Top 10 Most Popular DJs
2002 MediaCorp Radio Golden Mike Awards – 'Most Humorous' DJ[6]
Friday Weekly Singapore's Top 10 Most Popular DJs
2003 Friday Weekly Singapore's Top 10 Most Popular DJs
2004 MediaCorp Radio Golden Mike Awards – YES 933 Most Popular DJ
MediaCorp Radio Golden Mike Awards – Most Popular Mandarin Stations DJ
Friday Weekly Singapore' Top 10 Most Popular DJs
2005 Friday Weekly Singapore's Top 10 Most Popular DJs
2006 Friday Weekly Singapore's Most Popular DJ
2007 Singapore Radio Awards – Radio Personality of the Year (Chinese stations)
2010 Singapore Radio Awards – Chinese stations DJ of the Year (Media's Choice)
2011 Singapore Radio Awards – YES 933 Most Popular DJ
Television
Year Award Representative Work Result
2002 Best Comedy Performer New Dragon's Inn 新龙门客栈 Nominated
Best Variety Show Host One Fun Day 惊喜一整天 Nominated
Top 10 Most Popular Male Artistes Nominated
2003 Best Variety Show Host Innocent Moments 小小儿戏 Nominated
Top 10 Most Popular Male Artistes Nominated
2004 Top 10 Most Popular Male Artistes Nominated
2005 Top 10 Most Popular Male Artistes Nominated
2006 Top 10 Most Popular Male Artistes Nominated
2010 Best Variety Show Host Paris and Milan 女王本色 Nominated
Top 10 Most Popular Male Artistes Won
2011 Top 10 Most Popular Male Artistes Won
2012 Top 10 Most Popular Male Artistes Won
2013 Top 10 Most Popular Male Artistes Won
2014 Best Supporting Actor The Dream Makers 志在四方 Nominated
Top 10 Most Popular Male Artistes Won
2015 Top 10 Most Popular Male Artistes Nominated
PPCTV Awards 2015, Favourite Supporting Actor The Dream Makers 志在四方 Nominated
2016 Top 10 Most Popular Male Artistes Won
Toggle Most Beloved Celebrity BFF Award (with Rui En) Won

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