Malay Mail October 26th 2017 by Melanie Chalil ASIA’S GOT TALENT SEASON 2’S oldest contestant is teaching the young ’uns a lesson. You might recognise him: Visually-impaired Malaysian singer Alfred Ho. INSPIRING Kuchai Lama resident, 68, impressed judges with peppy performance of Quando, quando, quando. ► Got David Foster, Anggun and Jay Park moving. ► Reminded viewers disability holds no man back. Show has no age limit, giving Ho license to serenade regional audience. ► Singer an encouraging and uplifting reminder talent comes in all forms. “This should inspire able-bodied people,” said Ho “If a person my age can do it, younger people should all the more go for it.” WIFE’S IDEA ► Rufina Baptist, 58, saw the open auditions. ► Encouraged Ho to join reality show for the fun of it. SEASONED MUSICIAN ► Performing professionally for 30 years. ► Busks around Kuala Lumpur’s Avenue K mall so people from all walks of life can listen to his music. ► Known for oldies by Cliff Richard, Paul Anka and Neil Sedaka.

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