Michelle Yeoh reveals she feels ‘huge sadness’ over her inability to have children – but has ‘no regrets’

Michelle Yeoh reveals she feels 'huge sadness' over her inability to have children - but has 'no regrets'

As a lifestyle expert and storyteller, I find Michelle Yeoh’s journey to be nothing short of inspiring. At 62, she has not only conquered the world of cinema but also faced challenges that many can relate to. Her emotional revelation about her inability to have children and the subsequent loss of a marriage is a poignant reminder of the complexities of life and love. Yet, what truly stands out is her resilience and positivity. She has found joy in her six godchildren and embraced her role as a grandmother through her husband’s family.


Michelle Yeoh candidly shared that she experiences deep sorrow due to not being able to have children, yet she expresses no remorse because she cherishes her role as godmother to six wonderful children.

During her union with the influential businessman Dickson Poon, spanning from 1988 to 1992, the actress known as The Wicked found out that she was unable to have children.

However, the Academy Award-winning individual boasted about putting “every ounce” of effort into living, expressing gratitude for the love of her cherished family.

Michelle shared with The Sunday Times, “Perhaps the greatest sorrow in my life stems from not being able to have children of my own. Yet, the charm lies in having six godchildren, numerous nephews, and nieces.

I avoid living with regrets as I’ve always given my absolute best in every situation. I put forth every possible effort to ensure success, but there are times when despite our best efforts, we need a little more ability or luck.

In the course of living, it’s often advised that one shouldn’t cling tightly, instead, they should learn to release their grip. At times, letting go can actually propel you forward.

Michelle Yeoh reveals she feels 'huge sadness' over her inability to have children - but has 'no regrets'

Michelle Yeoh reveals she feels 'huge sadness' over her inability to have children - but has 'no regrets'

In a recent chat, the actress disclosed that one reason for her split from the entrepreneur was partly due to challenges they faced with starting a family together.

In 2023, nearly two decades after their first encounter, Constance Wu, known for the “Crazy Rich Asians” phenomenon, married Jean Todt, a French motor racing executive. Now, she’s a grandmother due to his children.

On The Goop Podcast, I shared that we took every step needed (for us to become parents), alas, my body couldn’t support it.

It was clear that my former partner had a strong desire for a larger family, not just one child, but ideally two or even three. He was striving to build a significant legacy, and it seemed important to him that his sons would continue his familial line.

It’s puzzling to me how women in our field manage to balance pregnancy, childbirth, and returning to work. To be honest, I consider myself more of a task-focused individual rather than a multitasker.

A week ago, Michelle turned heads with her striking new hairstyle at the glamorous Wicked premiere in Los Angeles.

In a striking transformation, the leading actress from Malaysia, known for portraying Headmistress Madame Morrible in the eagerly awaited musical movie, adopted a Marilyn Monroe-inspired look by unveiling a large, bleach-blonde hairstyle with dark roots as her debut.

Notably, some fellow actors who joined were Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, Ethan Slater, Jonathan Bailey, Kristin Chenowith, and Idina Menzel, along with a few more.

Michelle Yeoh reveals she feels 'huge sadness' over her inability to have children - but has 'no regrets'

On the red carpet, Yeoh shared with E! News her eagerness, stating that she was really looking forward to the upcoming premiere since the movie’s launch is imminent.

She expressed her immense excitement about being present, mentioning that she hasn’t had a chance to watch the movie yet. However, with everything in sight, her anticipation has reached new heights. She graciously thanked everyone who attended, as she conveyed this to the media outlet.

Apart from sharing that she found working alongside Cynthia Erivo particularly enjoyable, she mentioned that it also made her time on set feel less challenging and more relaxed.

Having Cynthia by your side, with her hand in yours and encouraging words like, “You got this,” makes the task feel effortless.

She said, ‘When magic happens there’s no rhyme or reason for it. And it just did.’

Michelle Yeoh reveals she feels 'huge sadness' over her inability to have children - but has 'no regrets'

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2024-11-18 04:34

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