Ian Fang to be deported, barred from re-entering Singapore

Former actor Ian Fang, 35, will be deported from Singapore and barred from future re-entry following his conviction on sexual offenses. The decision follows a review of his permanent residency status by the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA).

Details of the Case

Fang was sentenced to 40 months in jail in May 2025 after pleading guilty to three counts of sexually penetrating a 15-year-old girl. Five additional charges, including sexual penetration of an underage girl, harassment, and obstructing the course of justice, were considered during sentencing. He began serving his sentence on June 16, 2025.

The Victim and Initial Contact

The victim, a student, met Fang at an entertainment event on May 4, 2024. They exchanged contact information and developed a relationship, with the teen viewing Fang as her boyfriend. A court-imposed gag order initially protected the victim’s identity, but District Judge Eddy Tham lifted it at the prosecution’s request, respecting the wishes of the victim and her family.

The Offenses

Between June and July 2024, Fang engaged in sexual activity with the teen on nine occasions. Five of these instances were unprotected, including the first encounter which occurred while the girl was quarantining in a hotel due to a Covid-19 infection. Fang reportedly refused to use a condom when asked.

Did You Know? Fang was an acting teacher at a modelling school for children at the time the offenses occurred.

Subsequent Actions and Impact

After the girl’s mother discovered the relationship in August 2024, a police report was filed. During the investigation, Fang contacted the teen via social media, urging her to contact him despite police warnings. He also allegedly threatened self-harm if incarcerated. The victim subsequently experienced depression, suicidal thoughts, and was admitted to the Institute of Mental Health, where she was diagnosed with adjustment disorder.

Expert Insight: The revocation of permanent residency and subsequent deportation demonstrate the seriousness with which Singaporean authorities treat offenses involving the exploitation of minors and the violation of trust.

Fang’s Career

Fang began his acting career in 2011 with a role in the police drama C.L.I.F. He went on to appear in several other shows and movies, including Don’t Stop Believin’ and The Dream Job, with his last known role being a cameo in Kill Sera Sera.

Frequently Asked Questions

When did Ian Fang begin serving his jail sentence?

Ian Fang began serving his 40-month jail sentence on June 16, 2025.

What was the initial status of the victim’s identity?

There was initially a court-imposed gag order protecting the victim’s identity, which was later lifted at the prosecution’s request and with the consent of the victim and her family.

What is Ian Fang’s country of origin?

Ian Fang is originally from Shanghai, China, and obtained permanent residency in Singapore in 2015.

What implications might this case have for public perception of figures in the entertainment industry?