Patrick Admits to Being a Cleanliness Obsessive; Accepts Messy Girlfriend Rooms, But Has One Absolute No-Go

Taiwanese entertainer Patrick, known for his variety show appearances, has taken on a dramatic role as a leukemia patient in the DaAi TV drama "His Soul and His Bookstore." During his preparation, he met with the family of the real-life inspiration for his character, Huang Wantong, and was surprised to find many similarities in their habits, particularly a severe潔癖 (cleanliness obsession).

Patrick shared that Huang's sister described him as extremely clean and well-groomed, even during chemotherapy, maintaining a tidy room and skincare routine. This resonated deeply with Patrick, who described himself as a "cleanliness freak." He explained that everything in his studio has a designated place, and he can immediately tell if something is moved. Friends have even joked about feeling stressed and hesitant to mess up his space. He recalled a game where friends would hide an item, and he could always guess what was missing.

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I know where it is, I know what was taken.

Regarding relationships, Patrick stated that his ex-girlfriends' rooms were always messier than his. He once dated someone whose clothes piled up on the sofa after wearing them, requiring him to move them to make space for meals. While he respects personal space, he draws the line at his own private areas, calling a messy room a major taboo. He humorously resolved conflicts by taking matters into his own hands, like washing dishes himself when he couldn't stand seeing them unwashed, though he would still grumble about it.

Patrick also discussed his passion for American classic silver jewelry brand Chrome Hearts, crediting his former university teaching assistant and actor Liu Cheng-en, who also makes a cameo in the drama, as his "entry point." Liu had persistently encouraged him to buy the brand, even calling him from Hong Kong. Patrick recalled his first Chrome Hearts pendant, costing NT$13,000, was bought on an installment plan during his freshman year. He noted that the same pendant has since increased in value to NT$26,800, calling it a wise investment.

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If you can't stand it, solve it yourself.

When asked about potentially buying expensive Chrome Hearts items like patched jeans, which can fetch high prices, Patrick joked about investing in stocks instead, admitting his aunt manages his portfolio. He also revealed that taking on the role, which required him to shave his head, led him to decline over 10 hosting and endorsement opportunities, resulting in a significant loss of income, humorously equating it to missing out on a pair of Chrome Hearts jeans, though he quickly added he couldn't afford them anyway.

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You'll wash it yourself next time!

Liu Cheng-en also served as Patrick's acting mentor, using a direct teaching style. After the drama aired, Liu praised Patrick's performance, which the entertainer felt validated his past efforts. Patrick also addressed online criticism, particularly comments expressing a desire not to see him on the show "Miss Butler," stating that such remarks ignore his four years of consistent presence. He also defended himself against accusations of imitating G-Dragon, noting the artist himself had liked his posts multiple times. He expressed uncertainty about whether his co-host, Dee Hsu, had watched his drama, choosing not to pressure her due to her family's emotional sensitivities.

After portraying a character facing a serious illness, Patrick said he hasn't planned a will but has learned to cherish daily life and focus on the present. He hopes his role in the drama, based on a true story, will inspire viewers to face life's challenges with strength.

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Chrome Hearts is great, you should buy one.