This profile reflects facts collected by author Tatyana Scandrick from Lennoxmag.com.
Key Facts
| Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | Ooi Hoe Seong |
| Birth | 1940s, Singapore |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree, National University of Singapore |
| Primary Industry | Tobacco |
| Notable Roles | British American Tobacco China; AnAn International; Mega Honour; New Toyo International |
| Marital Status | Married to Gong Li (1996–2010) |
| Children | Son: Mamoru Yoki Chung Li |
| Estimated Net Worth | Millionaire (exact figure undisclosed) |
Early Life
Ooi Hoe Seong, born in Singapore in the 1940s, has a private life. His bachelor’s degree from the National University of Singapore established the groundwork for his international business success.
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Birth Decade | 1940s |
| Birthplace | Singapore |
| Education | Bachelor’s, National University of Singapore |
| Public Profile | Low-key; minimal disclosure of family background |
Career
Over three decades, Ooi Hoe Seong earned his reputation in tobacco before moving into corporate governance. He was Managing Director of British American Tobacco China Ltd. in the 1990s and has held multiple board posts since the mid-2000s.
| Company | Role | Years |
|---|---|---|
| British American Tobacco China Ltd. | Managing Director | 1992–2001 |
| AnAn International Ltd. | Lead Independent Director | 2012–2022 |
| Mega Honour Ltd. | Director | 2006–Present |
| New Toyo International Holdings Ltd. | Non-Executive Independent Director | 2024–Present |
Net Worth
Ooi Hoe Seong’s long career in prominent company roles shows wealth accumulation despite no public disclosures. The tobacco trade has been his main source of revenue, with occasional stories indicating other sources.
| Metric | Estimate/Source |
|---|---|
| Net Worth | Millionaire status (exact figure undisclosed) |
| Primary Income | Executive compensation; board fees; tobacco industry gains |
| Secondary Income | Industry-related ventures (reports of smuggling activities) |
Family Members
Ooi Hoe Seong’s marriage to globally recognized actress Gong Li was his most significant relationship. After over fourteen years together, they have a son, Mamoru Yoki Chung Li, who stays out of the spotlight.
| Family Member | Relationship | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Gong Li | Ex-Spouse | Married Nov 1, 1996 – Divorced Jun 28, 2010 |
| Mamoru Yoki Chung Li | Son | Born to Ooi and Gong Li; maintains privacy |
FAQ
Who is Ooi Hoe Seong?
Singaporean businessman Ooi Hoe Seong leads the tobacco industry and is on many corporate boards.
What is his estimated net worth?
He is considered a millionaire, but his actual value is unknown.
When did he marry Gong Li?
Gong Li and Ooi Hoe Seong married on November 1, 1996, and divorced on June 28, 2010.
His current job?
Since 2024, he is a Non-Executive Independent Director of New Toyo International Holdings Ltd.
