A Malaysian internet celebrity once known online as “Genting’s little queen” and famous for promoting gambling is now working as a Grab driver after reportedly losing his fortune and racking up about RM1 million (S$313,000) in debt.<\/p>\n
Arron Lim, 48, recently shared on his Facebook page that he has been working as ride-hailing service driver for the past eight months.<\/p>\n
However, he said his earnings have only been enough to cover his basic living expenses and that he has yet to find a way to recover financially.<\/p>\n
Working up to 12 hours per day, he said he earns a maximum of RM200 which to him, was “harmful to his health”.<\/p>\n
Moreover, he felt that it prevented him from being able to save money.<\/p>\n
Lim had previously been vocal about gambling and promoted the idea that “gambling brings wealth”, according to Shin Min Daily News.<\/p>\n
He subsequently lost his fortune and fell into significant debt, after which he reportedly went silent online for over a year.<\/p>\n
From lavish meals to discounted food<\/p>\n
In the video, Lim reflected on how his spending habits had changed after his financial losses.<\/p>\n
He said he used to spend freely and frequently dine at high-end restaurants without worrying about the cost.<\/p>\n
Now, he said he tries to save as much money as possible, including waiting until after 8.30pm to queue for discounted food.<\/p>\n
Lim also described his current circumstances as a struggle to make ends meet, saying that his income is only sufficient for “survival”.<\/p>\n
With the big drop of income from his previous RM100,000 per month, he experienced what he felt to be the “lowest point of his life”.\u00a0<\/p>\n
The internet celebrity found himself reliant on medication to fall asleep, suffering from insomnia and emotional distress.\u00a0<\/p>\n
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