Believe it or not, this Singaporean model is 60 years old. Check anti-ageing secrets that made him internet’s 'most handsome grandpa'

Singaporean fashion photographer and model Chuando Tan has once again left the internet amazed after celebrating his 60th birthday, with fans struggling to believe that the man often described as “ageless” has reached the milestone.

Tan marked his birthday on March 3 with a viral post on Instagram, posing with 60 balloons and sharing a reflective message about time and life. The post quickly gained massive attention online, collecting more than 1.5 million likes and sparking thousands of comments from followers who insisted he still looks decades younger.

Many social media users joked about his remarkably youthful appearance. Some humorously claimed he must be a “vampire”, while others said the photographer appeared closer to 35 than 60.

Viral Birthday Post Leaves Fans in Disbelief

In the caption accompanying his birthday photo, Tan reflected on ageing and gratitude.

“Today, on my 60th birthday, I am reminded that time is the only real wealth. Each sunrise arrives as an inheritance, not a guarantee,” he wrote.

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Fans flooded the comment section with disbelief and playful admiration. One user joked that they were convinced he was a vampire, while another called him “the most handsome grandpa”. Others questioned whether the age mentioned was “in human years or elf years”.

Tan first went viral globally in 2017 when photos highlighting his youthful physique and smooth complexion circulated widely online.

International Career in Fashion Photography

Apart from modelling, Tan is a well-known fashion photographer who has worked with global celebrities including Janet Jackson, Rita Ora and Shu Qi. His work has been widely recognised in the fashion industry.

Reports by the South China Morning Post noted that Tan attributes his youthful looks largely to good genetics and a disciplined lifestyle rather than cosmetic treatments.

Daily Lifestyle and Diet Routine

Tan has repeatedly emphasised that consistency and healthy habits play a key role in maintaining his appearance. According to an interview cited by CNA Lifestyle, his typical breakfast includes protein shakes or oatmeal accompanied by eggs, honey and avocado.

For lunch and dinner, he usually opts for simple meals such as steamed or grilled chicken or fish served with broth and rice.

He also believes maintaining energy balance is essential.

“The activities you do during the day should match the calories you burn, and the food you consume should match the calories you put into your body,” he said.

Exercise, Sleep and Stress Management

The photographer maintains a disciplined fitness routine, working out three to five times a week. His exercise programme typically includes strength training, cardio workouts and swimming.

Tan also follows a strict sleep schedule, going to bed before 11 pm, and avoids alcohol, smoking, coffee and sugary drinks. He has previously said that maintaining a calm, stress-free mindset is just as important as diet and exercise for healthy ageing.

Even ‘Ageless’ Icons Feel the Effects of Time

Despite his youthful appearance, Tan has admitted that ageing does have physical effects. In recent interviews, he acknowledged feeling less energetic at times and needing to push himself harder to maintain his fitness and vitality.

Nevertheless, his latest birthday post has once again fuelled online fascination, with many followers continuing to marvel at how the Singaporean model appears to have defied the typical signs of ageing.

Inputs from agencies