Richard Poon
Chinese Filipino singer-songwriter and TV personality
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Richard Poon (born December 8, 1973) is a Filipino-Chinese[1] singer, songwriter and TV personality in the Philippines.
- Singer
- songwriter
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| Born | December 8, 1973 Metro Manila, Philippines |
| Genres | Jazz, standards |
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| Instruments | Vocals, guitar |
| Years active | 2002–present |
| Labels | MCA Music (2007–2013) Universal Records (2013–present) Star Magic (2007–present) Cornersont Entertainment (present) |
| Website | www |
He is a former member of the group U-Turn.
Early life
Poon was born on December 8, 1973, in Makati, Philippines. His parents, Robert Poon (from Hong Kong) and Eva Huang (from Taiwan), are of Chinese descent. He has a sister named Eva Marie.
Career
As a musician, Poon has performed in various lounges and bars across Metro Manila with his four-piece band, as well as in weddings. He used to regularly perform at Eastwood Central Plaza.
As a recording artist, he is known for covering standards and classic pop songs, including Filipino songs. He has also written songs, including "Lalala" which was performed by Regine Velasquez and Piolo Pascual for the soundtrack of their film Paano Kita Iibigin?.
Poon cites Harry Connick, Michael Bublé and Jose Mari Chan as having influenced his singing style.[2][3]
Television
Poon was one of the regular performers in the Sunday variety show ASAP (ABS-CBN channel 2). He was formerly part of the ASAP Sessionistas segment together with Sitti, Aiza Seguerra, Juris Fernandez, Duncan Ramos, Princess Velasco and Kean Cipriano.
Personal life
Poon married Maricar Reyes on June 9, 2013, at the Bellevue Hotel in Alabang, Muntinlupa.[4]
Political views
Poon is an outspoken supporter of 16th Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte.[5][6][7] During the 2016 elections, he stated his disdain for Liberal Party's "Yellow control" in government.[8] On social media, he has expressed support for United States president Donald Trump and skepticism of mainstream media.[9][10]
Awards and nominations
| Year | Award-giving body | Category | Nominated work | Results |
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| 2008 | Aliw Awards | Best Male Performer in Hotels, Bars and Music Lounges | N/a | Won |
| Awit Awards | Best Performance by a New Male Recording Artist | "I'll Take Care of You" | Won | |
| Best Performance by a Male Recording Artist (Performance Award) | "I'll Take Care of You" | Nominated | ||
| Best Performance by a Male Recording Artist (People's Choice Award) | "I'll Take Care of You" | Nominated | ||
| 2009 | Dangal ng Bayan Awards | Best Male Entertainer and Recording Artist | N/a | Won |
| 1st Radio Music Awards | Breakthrough Artist of the Year | N/a | Won | |
| 2010 | Aliw Awards | Best Male Concert Performer | N/a | Won |
Discography
With U-Turn
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Solo albums
| Year | Album details | Certification |
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| 2007 | I'll Take Care of You |
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| 2009 | For You
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| 2010 | I'll Be Seeing You
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| 2012 | The Crooner's Songbook: The Best of Richard Poon
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| 2013 | Legends
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| 2014 | The Crooner Sings Bacharach
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Christmas albums
- Christmas With Richard Poon (2011)
Solo singles
| Year | Title | Album | |
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| 2007 | "I'll Take Care of You" | I'll Take Care of You | |
| 2008 | "The Last Time" | ||
| "Moon River" | |||
| "Kahit Maputi na ang Buhok Ko" | |||
| 2009 | "Kumot at Unan | For You | |
| "You and I" | |||
| "Kahit 'Di Mo Napapansin" | |||
| 2010 | "Panalangin" | I'll Be Seeing You | |
| 2013 | "Truly" | Legends | |
| 2023 | "Christmas Won't Be the Same Without You" | "Tuloy Na Tuloy ang Pasko | Crooner Carols |