Simon Khung, a 36-year-old Singaporean influencer who, under the alias Simonboy, has risen from the depths of a 16-year-long battle with drug addiction to become an influential figure in the digital realm.
A life tainted by drugs
Simon Khung’s early life was marked by adversity. Growing up in a challenging environment, he was constantly exposed to smoking and family tensions as a child. These early experiences left an indelible mark on his upbringing, setting the stage for the trials he would later face.
Simon’s descent into the world of drug addiction began at the tender age of 16. What started as an experiment soon spiraled into a 16-year battle with addiction.
Desperation led him to steal thousands of dollars from his own mother to fuel his habit, a decision that would haunt him for years.
Hit rock bottom
In 2019, Simon hit rock bottom. He found himself in Changi Prison, serving his third sentence. After his release, he sank into a deep depression, culminating in a harrowing attempt to take this own life by drinking bleach. Miraculously, he survived, awakening to a new sense of purpose and determination.
Determined to break free from the chains of addiction, Simon made the courageous choice to check into a halfway house. It was here that he began his arduous journey toward rehabilitation and recovery.
As Simon embarked on his path to recovery, he stumbled upon anti-drug TikTok videos created by former addict Luke Chan. These powerful videos served as a beacon of inspiration for Simon, igniting his desire to use his experiences to make a positive impact on others.
Simon not only found inspiration in Luke Chan’s content but also a friend and mentor. The two former addicts bonded over their shared experiences, offering each other support and encouragement on their respective journeys to recovery.
Today, Simon has made significant strides in his life. His content creation and other investments have allowed him to achieve financial stability, enabling him to give back to his mother as a gesture of gratitude for her unwavering love and support.
Found love in the darkness
More recently, Simon posted a photo of himself with his girlfriend Chloe, otherwise known as Simongirl online.
He had bought a Rolex worth about 5-figures for her, revealing that during his darkest times, when he was plagued with his unforgiving drug addiction struggles and only had $50 to his name, she stuck with him through thick and thin.
Simon said that he had made a promise to her before; that when he had nothing, she supported him, and now that he has something, he will give her half of it.
Simonboy’s Instagram post
When I have only $50, you were with me. @simongirlllllllÂ
I made a promise to you before..
When I had nothing and you were there supporting me..
When I have something,
you will own half of it.
Today we celebrate success together,
and half of it.. belongs to you.
Let’s reap the harvest together..