At the beginning of March, Edison Chen shared a video on social media celebrating the birthday of his daughter Alaia, giving fans a glimpse into her joyful life. In the video, Edison Chen and his wife, supermodel Qin Shupei, joined Alaia’s friends to sing “Happy Birthday” and blow out the candles together. Surrounded by laughter and warm wishes, the young girl’s bright smile reflected a moment of pure happiness.
Photos from the celebration show Alaia growing taller with long arms and legs. Many netizens commented that she appears to have “perfectly inherited her mother’s supermodel physique”, along with distinctive facial features from her father—such as thick eyebrows and her characteristic narrow eyes.
According to Sinchew, Alaia is currently about 1.5 meters tall and weighs around 27 kilograms, while her mother stands at approximately 1.8 meters.
Growing Up With Privilege
Born in March 2017, Alaia is the only child of Edison Chen and Qin Shupei. Now approaching nine years old, she is often described as having a life “born at the finish line,” enjoying both material comfort and emotional care.
The young girl reportedly uses high-end items such as:
- A Louis Vuitton collaboration toy box worth 470,000 RMB
- An Audemars Piguet bracelet valued at 800,000 RMB
- Premium mineral water priced at 200 RMB per bottle
Her wardrobe is also carefully curated. Edison Chen personally participates in styling Alaia’s clothing to emphasize a unique fashion sense rather than an overly extravagant “princess” look.
Instead, her outfits focus on simple and comfortable daily wear. Since childhood, Alaia has been allowed to choose her own clothes and meals, with her parents offering suggestions rather than imposing strict decisions.
Parenting With Freedom and Respect
Edison Chen and Qin Shupei have adopted a parenting philosophy centered on respecting their daughter’s individuality.
The couple spends quality time with Alaia through activities such as:
- Skiing trips
- Reading books together
- Learning piano
- Traveling and exploring new places
Their goal is to nurture confidence, independence, and a relaxed personality.
Edison Chen’s affection for his daughter is also widely noticed by fans. During livestreams, viewers often praise the loving way he looks at Alaia, describing it as “a father’s love visible in his eyes.” The actor himself once joked that he is “the best diaper changer in the world” and even calls himself “his daughter’s servant.”
He frequently records short videos of their daily life, sharing moments such as horseback riding, watching sunrises, and visiting exhibitions by Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama to strengthen their emotional bond through nature and art.
A Father Determined to Do Better
In a 2023 interview, Edison Chen spoke about his parenting philosophy. “I won’t use my own standards to demand that my daughter become a certain type of person,” he said. “I hope she can grow freely into whoever she wants to be. I’ll guide her from behind.”
The actor has also revealed that he wants to correct the mistakes he experienced during his own childhood. Growing up, he felt a lack of attention from his father. As a result, Chen believes time is more valuable than money when raising a child.
To stay involved in Alaia’s life, he has reportedly turned down advertising deals, adjusted his work schedule, and personally handles daily parenting tasks such as picking her up from school, reading picture books, and caring for her at home.
He even avoids video calls in some situations to limit her exposure to electronic devices.
From Controversial Star to Devoted Father
Edison Chen, born in 1980 in Canada, was once one of the most influential figures in Asian entertainment during the early 2000s. After returning to Hong Kong, he quickly gained attention through modeling, music, and acting. He became widely recognized for roles in films like Infernal Affairs, where he portrayed the younger version of the character played by Andy Lau.
However, his flourishing career took a dramatic turn in 2008 following a major personal scandal that shocked Hong Kong’s entertainment industry, leading him to temporarily withdraw from show business.
Afterward, Chen shifted his focus to business, building the streetwear brand Clot, which helped bring Asian street fashion to the international market.
Sources: Ngoisao
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