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Exclusive interview: 7 interesting things we didn’t know about actor Lawrence Wong

Our beloved JB-Singaporean export, actor Lawrence Wong has made a name for himself in China and beyond. You have seen him in different roles: as a comedic imperial guard, dashing entrepreneur, compassionate thug, lovestruck teenager, and more. It may leave you wondering – who's the real Lawrence Wong?

In an exclusive interview, Yahoo Life sat down with actor Lawrence Wong and found out some interesting things we never knew about him. Watch the video, a Yahoo exclusive, for the full deets.

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No. 1: His secret to looking put together is a white T-shirt

Every man should have a white T-shirt, white shirts and black pants in their wardrobe.Lawrence Wong

Wong shares that a white T-shirt, white shirts and black pants are what every man should have in their wardrobe. Not all white shirts are made the same though and for Wong, finding the right one is not as easy as it seems. We have picked out a couple of classics that will stand the test of time.

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Fendi Rose Branch Half Sleeve Shirt. PHOTO: Ssense
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Comme Des Garçons Play heart patch shirt. PHOTO: Farfetch
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No. 2: He alters his clothes at a seamstress in an HDB

Alter your clothes to fit your body proportions, even if it's just a T-shirt.Lawrence Wong

Speaking like a true-blue Singapore citizen, Wong loves his friendly neighbourhood seamstress. When asked for a styling tip, he cited knowing your body proportions as THE most important thing in making fashion work. He also revealed that he has no qualms about visiting the local HDB seamstress to get his clothes to fit better. Aww, he knows his way to our hearts.

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No. 3: He is a picture of serenity

When it’s time to work, just work hard.Lawrence Wong

Besides his perfectly symmetrical face, the calm vibes he exuded were what stayed with me. When queried about how he handles the intense pressure as an artist, he shares that “Nothing is bad.” It may be that “you might not see the good in certain moments now.”

Citing a period when he was feeling uninspired, he used it as a training ground to deal with low moments. Instead, he has learnt to take things as they come and thinks that the low points in his life have prepared him for the opportunities that came after.

It seems like he has fully embraced Lao Tzu's Wu Wei philosophy. Inspired? Master the art of Effortless Living and be zen like Lawrence Wong. The avid book reader regularly visits Kinokuniya when he's back home. He loves books to do with the musings of life such as Big Panda and Tiny Dragon.

No. 4: His life-changing experience

How you see yourself is more important than [others see you]... Don’t belittle yourself or think whatever you are doing is not important.Lawrence Wong

Everyone needs to start somewhere. Wong put in his dues taking on minor roles before his breakout role in Yanxi Palace. In a candid moment during the interview, he shared a pivotal moment in his life and surprisingly, it's during a lunch break while taking on a minor role in the local production. Thinking of the small part he held, he felt out of place sitting with the main cast and squatted by the roadside eating his packed lunch. However, a fellow cast member invited him to sit down at the table and eat together with the main cast. Instead of being made to feel small, everyone welcomed him, and he had a great time having a meal with the main cast.

Something in that moment hit him. He realised that he was the only one who thought himself unimportant and belittled himself. This lesson taught him that valuing oneself is more important than anything else. Indeed!

No. 5: He loves gardening

Beauty doesn’t last forever, but it doesn’t mean you cannot bloom again.Lawrence Wong

I swear Wong is like a little book of wisdom you carry around for daily inspirational quotes. Throughout our short interview, he continues to dish out nuggets of wisdom – this deep-thinker culls life’s philosophies even while gardening. For example, he chatted about his love of gardening and passion for Portulaca, the “10 o’clock flower”. Portulaca reaches full bloom in the morning, wither and bloom again.

Citing how the gardening process allowed him to find out more about himself, his favourite flower taught him that beauty may not be everlasting, but “it doesn’t mean you cannot bloom again.”

As he rightly said, “There’s many sides to a person that you can explore and develop.”

Oppa, can I ring you for advice when I’m feeling down?

Get into gardening with these flowering plants.

No. 6: He has so many crystals at home but can’t stop buying

People tell me that if at this point of time, you’re attracted to crystals, maybe it’s because that's when you need some healing.Lawrence Wong

Wong revealed that he has an extensive collection of crystals, including huge flat slabs and tall towers and is trying to stop buying more. We hear you, Lawrence; the Yahoo team loves crystals too and can't stop buying!

Wong heard that when you start to like crystals, you need something in the properties of the gemstone. He hinted that he might need "harmony and love" in his life because of his affinity towards rose quartz, the crystal of love and relationships. By inference, does this mean he is ready for love at this point in his life?

[Related read] Crystals mania: all the gemstones you will need in your life

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No. 7: He embraces spontaneity

Find little joys everyday in your busy life.Lawrence Wong

Next time you have an urge to do something, do it! Wong shared how he embraces spontaneity. “That little thing or little moment can be very good for your mental health…and bring peacefulness in your life,” he shared. It's sound advice by the multi-hyphenate idol!

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