Richard Poon

Richard Poon (born December 8, 1973) is a Filipino-Chinese singer, songwriter and TV personality in the Philippines.

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.

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.

Political views

Poon is an outspoken supporter of 16th Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte. During the 2016 elections, he stated his disdain for Liberal Party's "Yellow control" in government. On social media, he has expressed support for United States president Donald Trump and skepticism of mainstream media.

Awards and nominations

Discography

With U-Turn

Solo albums

Christmas albums

• Christmas With Richard Poon (2011)

Solo singles

External links

• at IMDb