Annette Rochelle Lee (born 10 July 1992) is a Singaporean singer-songwriter, scriptwriter and YouTube personality. She is known for her short video series on social media such as #ChatsWithChantelle,#AsianParentTings, YouTube shows like Glowing Up and News Plannette. She had previously started out on popular Singaporean social media platform SGAG's comedic videos under the persona "Sue Ann".[1]
Prior to joining SGAG, her short films Keep Mum and Graduation were featured in the Singapore Short Film Awards, Cana Film Festival, Hong Kong International Mobile Film Awards.[3][4]
Lee was first brought to the attention of the SGAG founders from her blog,[2][5] in which she drew comics and shared stories about her life.[6] She joined SGAG in February 2016 to start the video team.[7][8]
Since 2020, she has left SGAG and now creates her own shows for her own platforms.[9] She also sometimes collaborates with various Singapore Government agencies and organisations like SCDF and Ministry of Health in public service campaigns.[10]
She has also featured for a video under the persona of "Chantelle", where she humorously interviewed Korean stars Yoo Jae Suk, Lee Kwang Soo, and SNSD's Yuri.[11]
She also conduct interview with Joanne Peh under the persona of "Auntie Susan".[12]
Lee has hosted events, including K-pop star Jackson Wang’s book launch, and co-hosts Adventure of the Day with Zermatt Neo, a show available on Singapore Airlines' in-flight entertainment.[13] She performed at a concert at Esplanade, documented in a one-hour special by Mediacorp.[14]
Lee launched the web series Asian Billionaires, a satirical show that humorously explores the lives of fictional wealthy personalities.[15]
Lee has been listed on Forbes’ 30 Under 30[16] and Prestige’s 40 Under 40 lists.[17] She has featured on cover page of Her World and Prestige magazines.[18]
Music
In September 2017, Lee released her first musical work, an EP titled All Our Achilles Heels. Her album was awarded the National Arts Council presentation grant.[19] In August 2017, Lee released her first music video on YouTube, entitled Ready for a Savior.[20] Her second music video release in March 2018 was titled None Good.[21] Lee is also known for The Ann & Ben Show, a music video series created with fellow Singaporean artist Benjamin Kheng.[22] The show, which highlights humorous takes on everyday Singaporean life, includes the song"Cai Fan Song," which has amassed over 1.4 million views.[23]
Personal life
Lee married Raphael Foo, a hedge fund manager in 2017.[24] She gave birth to their son, Wes Lucas Foo, in November 2022.[25][26] She is a Christian and has spoken publicly about her faith.[27]
