Celebrating Friendship Through the Ages
Who Are These Power‑Pair Friends?
Belinda Lee is a charismatic actress, a World Vision ambassador, and one of Singapore’s most beloved TV hosts. She’s fronted shows like Find Me A Singaporean and Renovaid, sprinkling her work with a dash of inspiration.
Leon Jay Williams is a seasoned actor and singer, rocking the Taiwanese and Chinese entertainment scenes with hits such as Green Forest and My Home.
Despite hailing from different cultures, these two were born on the same page of friendship — almost 25 years ago.
The Story Begins…
- Age 18, Christmas Fashion Show – The moment when the world collided. Leon was a pretty model walking the runway, while Belinda was the gleeful mascot perched beside the wall. He caught her eye, blockaded, and froze her in a way no one else could.
- “Why is this girl blocking me?” – The laughable start to their talk. From that instant, a lifelong friendship sprouted.
What Makes Their Bond Unbreakable?
Both agree it feels “like family.” Leon describes it as a “deep, family‑like connection,” while Belinda calls Leon her “first‑level, long‑time BFF” and says he’s “the only one who knows the real her behind the celebrity glow.”
Key Ingredients of Their Relationship
- Grounding Each Other – “A steady anchor,” Leon says. Belinda adds that whenever she gets overwhelmed, Leon reminds her of who she used to be and what she still loves.
- Knowing Her Roots – Leon explains that having someone who “knows not just the on‑screen persona but the real person” gives him confidence when self‑doubt strikes.
- Pure Friendship (No Romantic Ink) – “If we had turned it into a romance, we might have become adversaries,” Belinda jokes. “Friends matter more.”
When Things Get Tough
Leon’s journey from Singapore to Taiwan and China forced a long hiatus, a time when social media was practically a myth, and they just rarely talked.
Even so, Belinda’s “call‑me‑when‑you’re‑free” approach eventually reopened their channel. The reunion over coffee felt like a time‑machine that saved their friendship from fading.
The Touching Mobile Scene
Leon recalls how overwhelming Taiwan was for a young actor, a place where strangers rushed through, and how his world narrowed until Belinda called. He couldn’t resist that comforting voice, a sort of beacon reminding him to stay connected.
Inspiring Each Other
Belinda’s philanthropic eye pushes Leon to make his own charity minutes.” Leap into the world and give back; we can’t go into the frenzy of business and forget the human core.”
Leon, on the other hand, offers concrete tools for Belinda. Anytime she feels she’s being taken advantage of, she calls on him for pragmatic advice about stepping above the battlefield and gaining a logical perspective. Their spirits and intellects live in perfect harmony.
The Secret Sauce of a Long‑Lasting Friendship
- Time and effort – Leon’s mantra.
- Love and understanding – Belinda’s philosophy. They accept that life can be busy, but as long as they remember the “why” behind each other, the friendship will keep blooming.
So here’s to catching the magic that keeps people alive and beautiful even after 23 years.
