Benny Yau
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Benny Yau born May 8, 1980 in Hong Kong); immigrated to Vancouver, Canada in 1988; is a Canadian actor and television presenter formerly affiliated with Fairchild TV
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in 1998 with the distinction of Top Music Department Graduate. He later studied Classical Voice at Vancouver Community College under the instruction of Bruce Pullan.
Yau entered a DJ competition in May 1999 for a Vancouver Chinese radio station CHMB AM 1320 (華僑之聲) and placed fourth. He then entered the station in hopes of becoming a successful radio DJ. He was set to host a weekly late night music program in September, 1999. However, within weeks of those plans being made, they were put on hold by the station indefinitely. Discouraged, Yau ended his contract with AM 1320 in November of the same year. Since it states that he cannot be active in any rival stations for the six months after his contract ends, Yau fell off the radar until the next year.
Yau entered the New Talent Singing Awards Vancouver Audition
2000 (新秀歌唱大賽溫哥華選拔賽2000), organized by the rival station of AM 1320, Fairchild Television. Yau garnered first runner-up with the songs Palm (掌心) by No Name Brand (無印良品) and Con Te Partirò
by Andrea Bocelli
. He was later approached by Fairchild Television producers to host the infotainment program, "What's On
(熒幕八爪娛)".
As newcomers come onto the scene via the New Talent Singing Awards each year, Yau has made the transition from singer to Master of Ceremonies
at many of Fairchild Television's live events. Although he still sings on occasion, viewers now recognize Benny more as a television presenter than being a singer. In 2007, Yau was part of the judging panel at the auditions and semi-finals of the New Talent Singing Awards Vancouver Audition, coming full circle from contestant to judge of the same contest.
On December 30, 2009, Yau announced on his Twitter
account that he is no longer affiliated with the television station anymore. Since then, Yau can be seen hosting live events for charities such as Canadian Cancer Society
. He was recently invited to co-host The Price Is Right Live! with Joey Fatone
at River Rock Casino Resort
.
Fairchild TV
Fairchild TV or FTV is a Canadian Cantonese language Category A specialty channel. It is co-owned by majority owner Fairchild Media Group and Television Broadcasts Limited which owns 20% of the business...
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Career
Yau is a graduate of Eric Hamber Secondary SchoolEric Hamber Secondary School
Eric Hamber Secondary School is a large public secondary school located in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.The school is named after Eric Hamber, former Lieutenant Governor of British Columbia....
in 1998 with the distinction of Top Music Department Graduate. He later studied Classical Voice at Vancouver Community College under the instruction of Bruce Pullan.
Yau entered a DJ competition in May 1999 for a Vancouver Chinese radio station CHMB AM 1320 (華僑之聲) and placed fourth. He then entered the station in hopes of becoming a successful radio DJ. He was set to host a weekly late night music program in September, 1999. However, within weeks of those plans being made, they were put on hold by the station indefinitely. Discouraged, Yau ended his contract with AM 1320 in November of the same year. Since it states that he cannot be active in any rival stations for the six months after his contract ends, Yau fell off the radar until the next year.
Yau entered the New Talent Singing Awards Vancouver Audition
New Talent Singing Awards Vancouver Audition
New Talent Singing Awards Vancouver Audition or NTSA Vancouver for short, is an annual singing contest organized by Fairchild Television in Vancouver, held every July...
2000 (新秀歌唱大賽溫哥華選拔賽2000), organized by the rival station of AM 1320, Fairchild Television. Yau garnered first runner-up with the songs Palm (掌心) by No Name Brand (無印良品) and Con Te Partirò
Con te Partiró
- History :The song's original single release by Polydor Records was not commercially successful in Italy, and received little radio airplay there. Elsewhere, however, it was a massive hit. In France and Switzerland, the single topped the charts for 6 weeks, earning a triple Gold sales award. In...
by Andrea Bocelli
Andrea Bocelli
Andrea Bocelli, is an Italian tenor, multi-instrumentalist and classical crossover artist. Born with poor eyesight, he became blind at the age of twelve following a soccer accident....
. He was later approached by Fairchild Television producers to host the infotainment program, "What's On
What's On
What's On is a weekly half-hour TV series that airs on Fairchild Television.-Format:Originally started in 1996, the show is currently the longest-running program in Fairchild Television history. "What's On" is a 30 minute informative program that introduces viewers to events happening in and...
(熒幕八爪娛)".
As newcomers come onto the scene via the New Talent Singing Awards each year, Yau has made the transition from singer to Master of Ceremonies
Master of Ceremonies
A Master of Ceremonies , or compere, is the host of a staged event or similar performance.An MC usually presents performers, speaks to the audience, and generally keeps the event moving....
at many of Fairchild Television's live events. Although he still sings on occasion, viewers now recognize Benny more as a television presenter than being a singer. In 2007, Yau was part of the judging panel at the auditions and semi-finals of the New Talent Singing Awards Vancouver Audition, coming full circle from contestant to judge of the same contest.
On December 30, 2009, Yau announced on his Twitter
Twitter
Twitter is an online social networking and microblogging service that enables its users to send and read text-based posts of up to 140 characters, informally known as "tweets".Twitter was created in March 2006 by Jack Dorsey and launched that July...
account that he is no longer affiliated with the television station anymore. Since then, Yau can be seen hosting live events for charities such as Canadian Cancer Society
Canadian Cancer Society
The Canadian Cancer Society is a national, community-based charitable organization of volunteers whose mission is to eradicate cancer and enhance the quality of life of those living with the disease....
. He was recently invited to co-host The Price Is Right Live! with Joey Fatone
Joey Fatone
Joseph Anthony "Joey" Fatone, Jr. is an American singer, dancer, actor and television personality. He is best known as a member of the boyband, 'N Sync, in which he sang baritone. In 2007, he came in second place on the ABC reality show Dancing with the Stars...
at River Rock Casino Resort
River Rock Casino Resort
River Rock Casino Resort in Richmond, British Columbia is the largest casino in the province of British Columbia. The casino is owned by Great Canadian Gaming...
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Television
- BC Children's Hospital Miracle Weekend Telethon - Master of Ceremonies (2004, 2007, 2008, 2009)
- Mr. Sing Searches For Stars (Sing仔尋星) - Sing仔 (2006)
- New Talent Singing Awards Vancouver AuditionNew Talent Singing Awards Vancouver AuditionNew Talent Singing Awards Vancouver Audition or NTSA Vancouver for short, is an annual singing contest organized by Fairchild Television in Vancouver, held every July...
- Semi-Finals Master of Ceremonies (2005, 2006) - Angling Unlimited (漁樂無窮) - Host (2001)
- What's OnWhat's OnWhat's On is a weekly half-hour TV series that airs on Fairchild Television.-Format:Originally started in 1996, the show is currently the longest-running program in Fairchild Television history. "What's On" is a 30 minute informative program that introduces viewers to events happening in and...
- Host (2000 - 2002)
Live events
- The Price Is Right Live! - Co-Host (2011)
- Canadian Cancer SocietyCanadian Cancer SocietyThe Canadian Cancer Society is a national, community-based charitable organization of volunteers whose mission is to eradicate cancer and enhance the quality of life of those living with the disease....
Galaxy of Hope Fundraising Gala - Master of Ceremonies (2005, 2010) - Hong Kong TVB Fans Party - Vancouver Stop - Master of Ceremonies (2008)
- New Talent Singing Awards Vancouver AuditionNew Talent Singing Awards Vancouver AuditionNew Talent Singing Awards Vancouver Audition or NTSA Vancouver for short, is an annual singing contest organized by Fairchild Television in Vancouver, held every July...
- Semi-Finals Judge (2007, 2008) - Miss Chinese (Vancouver) PageantMiss Chinese (Vancouver) PageantMiss Chinese Pageant or MCV for short is an annual beauty pageant organized by Fairchild Television that selects Vancouver's representative for the annual Miss Chinese International Pageant that is held in Hong Kong, organized by TVB...
- Guest performer (2002, 2007)
External links
- Benny Yau at TwitterTwitterTwitter is an online social networking and microblogging service that enables its users to send and read text-based posts of up to 140 characters, informally known as "tweets".Twitter was created in March 2006 by Jack Dorsey and launched that July...
- Benny Yau Official Artist Profile For Fairchild TV ( In Chinese ) Now defunct.