How a Third Wheel Became the Anchor of a Blossom
Darren Lim and Evelyn Tan have been solid partners for years, and their love story keeps flourishing. Yet one quiet yet crucial player helped seal their fate: former actress‑host Sharon Au.
1998: The Musical That Sparked Destiny
Back in 1998, while rehearsing for the charity musical Beauty World, Darren’s eyes found Evelyn. The world turned on its axis, but Evelyn’s mother had a no‑date rule that kept the pair from stepping out together.
Enter Sharon: The Unofficial Wingman
To navigate that mouse‑tight situation, Darren turned to Sharon. The 46‑year‑old came quick: she became the supportive third wheel, coaxing the couple out and ensuring the dates stayed safe.
First Date at Sungei Buloh
Sharon told a Chinese evening daily that their inaugural outing was in a secluded spot at Sungei Buloh just to watch the birds. “I was kicking back at the back of them, feeling a bit bored, while Darren and Evelyn floated in front like a romantic pair,” she chuckled.
Sharon’s Continuing Role
She stayed on for the next few dates and for the big moment when they married. “I was honestly moved and cried because we left that bird‑watching phase behind,” Sharon reflected.
Legacy of Love and Family
Sharon even shared the tale with the quartet of teenagers the couple raised: Kristen, Jairus, Way and Elliott. “If it weren’t for me, how could you have four kids?” she mused.
A Memoiric Moment
Only when a dinner conversation nudged her back into memory did Darren admit he’d forgotten Sharon’s cameo. He admitted that his whole focus was on Evelyn, which explained the fog. He, humorously, said:
- “I was so wrapped up in her that I couldn’t remember who was bringing her out.”
Podcast of Playfulness
Rumors once painted Darren as a flirtatious playboy, so Sharon famously asked herself: “Am I risking sending Evelyn into the lion’s mouth?” She answered, “He may seem like a player, but underneath he’s a genuinely kind and caring man. When Evelyn wasn’t happy with his smoking habits, he quit on the spot.”
From Sitting on a Sofa to Staring at Stars
Sharon’s side gigs even got her into an episode about sharing a sofa with a longtime friend for six months while jobless in Paris. The subtle humor and steadfast support make for an unforgettable story that unites love and gratitude.
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