Former Miss HK contestant Nicole Lee applauded for choosing economy class travel despite family wealth
12th July 2026 – (Hong Kong) Nicole Lee, wife of actor Lai Lok‑yi, has won praise online after sharing a glimpse of her family travelling in economy class despite their considerable wealth. The former Miss. . .
12th July 2026 – (Hong Kong) Nicole Lee, wife of actor Lai Lok‑yi, has won praise online after sharing a glimpse of her family travelling in economy class despite their considerable wealth. The former Miss Hong Kong contestant, who took part in the pageant in 2007, married Lai in 2014. The couple have since welcomed two sons, Lai Fung‑yui and younger son Lugus Lai. The family of four reside in a duplex luxury flat in Ho Man Tin reportedly valued at over HK$100 million, enjoying a comfortable and stable life. Earlier this week, Lee posted a photograph on Instagram Stories showing the family seated together on a flight, captioned simply, “This morning…”. Observers noted that the couple and their children were travelling in economy class, a modest choice that many netizens described as refreshingly down‑to‑earth. Lee comes from a well‑established family whose business interests include more than 10 beauty and slimming centres, along with a portfolio of commercial and residential properties. The family’s assets are estimated to exceed HK$500 million, earning Lai the nickname “the HK$500 million son‑in‑law” in entertainment circles. Lai’s background, however, stands in stark contrast. He has previously spoken of growing up in modest circumstances, living in subdivided flats and relying on social welfare during his youth. Despite early speculation about differences in financial standing, he has built a steady career in television and has recently expanded into variety show production. Since their marriage, the couple have frequently been seen attending charitable and social events together, presenting a united and affectionate front.