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Nat Ho (born Nathaniel Ho Wei Ci, 23 August 1984) is a talented Singaporean actor, singer, songwriter, and businessman. He is known for his work in both television dramas and music.

Early Life and Education

Nat Ho comes from a Hakka family. He went to Anglo-Chinese School and later to Anglo-Chinese Junior College.

Nat Ho's Career Journey

Nat Ho started his career in entertainment in 2004. He was one of the top 30 contestants in the first season of Singapore Idol. This show helped him get noticed.

Acting Beginnings

His first big acting role was in the Channel 5 drama Shooting Stars. This show also featured other contestants from Singapore Idol.

In 2005, Nat Ho signed a contract with MediaCorp. This is a big media company in Singapore. He then acted in his first Chinese drama series, Honour and Passion. For this role, he was nominated for Best Newcomer at the Star Awards 2007.

Focusing on Music

In 2010, Nat Ho decided to leave MediaCorp. He wanted to focus more on his music. He said that music was his true passion. He released his first album, Unleashed, in April 2012. He released it himself, which means he managed the production and distribution.

In 2013, Nat Ho moved to Taiwan to continue his music career. He signed a nine-year music contract there. However, his recording company later closed down. Because of this, he returned to Singapore.

Studying and Moving Abroad

In 2020, Nat Ho moved to Los Angeles in the United States. He went there to study music production at Icon Collective. This is a private music school. He came back to Singapore in 2022.

In August 2022, Nat Ho moved again, this time to South Korea. He went there to further his music career. He also started taking Korean language classes as a full-time student at Yonsei University.

Business Ventures

Besides his entertainment career, Nat Ho has also been involved in several businesses.

He used to own a bento stall called Love Bento. He also had a franchise of a Taiwanese bubble tea stall called Bobii Frutii. Another business he owned was a Thai cheese toast shop named Say Chiizu.

Currently, Nat Ho runs an online business that sells keto diet products. He started this business in Singapore. He is also a partner in The Jock Shop. This is a local store that sells men’s underwear.

He also set up a private company called Seraph Media. This company helps him manage his money and his CPF.

Nat Ho's Work in TV and Film

Nat Ho has appeared in many television shows and films.

Television Series

He has acted in various TV dramas over the years.

Films

He has also appeared in a few movies.

Other Appearances

Nat Ho has also been on various variety shows, hosted radio shows, and appeared in music videos.

• Variety Show Appearances
  • 2006: Wish Upon A Star
  • 2007: Crimewatch, Hey Gorgeous, President Star Charity 2007, The Cancer Charity Show 2007 (癌过有晴天), Star Awards 2007, Let's Party with Food V (食福满人间V), The Mission 4 (创业无敌手4)
  • 2009: Okto Live, Hey Gorgeous! Finals 2009 (校花校草网上追赶跑), Go Live! (综艺Go Live!), Result is All (美就是一切)

• Radio Hosting
  • From April 15 to May 14, 2010, he co-hosted YES 933 夜玩场 with Lin Peifen.

• Variety and Reality Show Hosting
  • 2008: National Science Challenge 2008
  • 2009: National Science Challenge 2009, Food Hometown 2 (美食寻根 2), Celebrate 2010
  • 2010: Go! YOG (艺起青奥), Okto Minute of Fame

• Music Video Appearances

Music and Songs

Nat Ho has released several singles and contributed to various music projects.

Singles

• 2006
  • "December Stars"
• 2007
  • A Million Treasures sub-theme song
  • The Best Drama (剧欣卉集) – Happily Ever After theme song ("完美的爱情")
  • December Stars 2 Compilation – "Last Christmas"
• 2008
  • Mediacorp Lunar New Year Album Compilation (群星贺岁金鼠庆团圆) - "恭喜大家过新年"
  • NDP 2008 Theme Song – MTV
• 2009
  • Mediacorp Lunar New Year Album Compilation (群星贺岁福牛迎瑞年) - "新年到"

Songwriting

Nat Ho has also written songs.

• "With You" (2023)

Awards and Nominations

Nat Ho has been recognized for his work in the entertainment industry.