Raymond Lam (林峯) announced today that he is dating 19-year-old Karena Ng (吳千語), hoping to put a stop to the last 3 weeks of negative press regarding his “BB”. The Hong Kong paparazzi has been on the hot trail of Raymond and Karena’s romance since the Love is…Pyjamas <男人如衣服> costars were spotted on a date together in July 2012. Last month, Karena’s high-profile attendance of Raymond’s “A Time 4 You” concert sparked rumors that she is ready to flaunt her status as Raymond’s girlfriend. Tabloids speculated that Raymond was even partially living together with Karena, and paying for her entire family’s living expenses at luxury apartments. Raymond’s father, wealthy real estate developer, Lam Kwok Wah (林國華), allegedly disapproved of Karena due to her family background and colorful romantic past. Dating Karena for a Period of Time Afraid that the rumors will only become increasingly slanderous towards Karena and her family, Raymond finally stepped forward on February 6 to announce that he is indeed dating Karena. Appearing at the TVB Golden Viva Spectacular event, Raymond said, “All along, I did not explain things non-related to my job. However, recent news reports have affected the people that I love, including her and her family.” When asked if Raymond was referring to Karena, Raymond admitted, “Yes.” Was Karena his “BB”? Raymond said, “Yes.” Was Raymond admitting him and Karena’s relationship status? Raymond said, “Yes.” Although the couple has been together for a period of time and Karena even met his family, Raymond did not publicly reveal the relationship since it was his personal matter. As the rumors became increasingly slanderous, Raymond hoped to be a protective boyfriend. “I am only doing what a man should do. “Anyway, it is wrong to implicate her family. The most humorous report claimed that I pay for her apartment’s rent, twisting everyone’s perception. I’m a bit unhappy and upset.” Contrary to reports, Raymond explained that he has not met Karena’s parents yet, but the Ng family background is quite good and that Karena is a great girl. Raymond hopes that the paparazzi will not twist the truth and affect her family. Raymond added that he is not living together with Karena and that no financial exchanges have occurred between them. Unafraid of Fan Backlash As a popular idol, Raymond has frequently been pressured to keep his romantic life shielded from the public eye. It was Raymond’s sole decision to announce his relationship status with Karena, as she did not complain nor pressure him to do so. Asked if TVB executive, Virginia Lok (樂易玲) will offer her blessings, Raymond dodged the question and said that the matter involved his personal affairs and did not affect the people around him. Believing that the most important thing is to treat a relationship with a sincere attitude, Raymond was unafraid of fan backlash and hoped to receive the public’s blessings. Karena’s Response Currently filming a drama in Wuxi, Karena’s manager indicated that Karena agreed with Raymond’s statement before the press. When she returns to Hong Kong, she will personally address the media’s questions. Creds: ihktv
He pretty much had to come out. Plus it wasn't much of a secret anymore. He doesn't want same thing that happened with his ex. That Mavis was trying so hard to make Ray tell everyone that they were together. He must had learned something from that messy shot. But he like them young.
