The Eleanor Lee controversy has erupted into a full-blown scandal, sending shockwaves through the entertainment industry. Once considered a rising star in East and Southeast Asia, the Singaporean actress now finds her career on the verge of collapse due to a leaked audio clip and serious accusations from her former godfather, Addy Lee.

From Rising Star to Public Scandal

Born in 1999 to singer Quan Yifong and actor Peter Yu, Eleanor Lee spent most of her life in Singapore. Her breakthrough came in 2015 when Addy Lee, a Malaysian celebrity hairstylist who adopted her as his goddaughter, helped her land a major commercial in China. Her popularity soared with roles in hit dramas like Solaso Bistro and The Big Boss, and she even launched her music career with the single “That Girl.”

However, her public image began to tarnish in 2022 after a legal dispute with actor Glenn Yong, who accused her of stalking. Though resolved out of court, the incident triggered a stream of cryptic online exchanges and raised questions about Eleanor’s conduct off-screen.

By 2025, Eleanor was preparing for a major comeback in the Chinese historical drama The Journey of Legend—until everything unraveled.

Leaked Audio Clip Ignites the Eleanor Lee Controversy

The scandal broke when a supposed former assistant uploaded a 30-second audio clip on Chinese social media. The voice—claimed to be Eleanor’s—is heard saying she doesn’t care about fame and is only interested in money, while also insulting Chinese citizens by calling them “idiots.”

Though the identity behind the voice hasn’t been officially verified, the backlash was immediate and intense. Eleanor issued a written statement denying the voice was hers and apologized for any misunderstanding. Her agency also stood by her, calling the clip fake and threatening legal action.

Despite the denial, public outrage continued to build. With The Journey of Legend already filmed, production companies now face a dilemma. Reports suggest they’re considering digitally removing Eleanor using AI face-swapping—a move that could cost millions due to the drama’s 40-episode runtime.

Addy Lee’s Public Fallout with Eleanor and Her Mother

As the controversy spread, Eleanor’s former godfather Addy Lee delivered a stunning 6-hour livestream, revealing years of personal grievances. He accused Eleanor’s mother of exploiting him financially, allegedly making over $200,000 by selling products through their joint broadcasts.

Addy also said Eleanor and her mother stayed in his home rent-free with their boyfriends and never showed appreciation. He claimed they eventually distanced themselves, criticized his brand, and even accused him of damaging Eleanor’s hair.

While Addy directed most of his anger toward Eleanor’s mother, he didn’t spare Eleanor either. He painted her as ungrateful and arrogant, saying she never even bought him a meal despite all his support. Addy officially disavowed their relationship and asked the public to stop associating him with her.

A Career on the Brink

Even though it’s unclear whether the voice in the clip truly belongs to Eleanor, the Eleanor Lee controversy has severely impacted her image. Public sentiment has turned harshly against her, with fans and critics alike demanding her removal from upcoming projects.

Once seen as a promising talent, Eleanor Lee is now at risk of being blacklisted in the entertainment world. Her future remains uncertain, as a single scandal may have shattered years of hard-earned success.