Simu Liu’s superhero-worthy luxury watch collection: the Barbie and Marvel’s Shang-Chi actor appeared on Jimmy Kimmel with a gold Rolex Yacht-Master, and is an IWC Schaffhausen ambassador
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The Chinese-Canadian actor – Liu was born in Harbin, China before immigrating to Ontario, Canada at the age of five – has been an impassioned pioneer of Asian representation in Hollywood.
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He made history as the first Asian superhero in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, taking the lead role in Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings.
Liu also has an impeccable sense of style, and that’s evident in his choice of timepieces. Here’s a closer look at the luxury watches this emerging icon loves to show off.
1. IWC Portugieser Chronograph
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The Kim’s Convenience star is an ambassador for IWC Schaffhausen, and he’s been vocal about his love for the luxury Swiss watchmaker. He wore his 18-carat gold IWC Portugieser Chronograph with an alligator leather strap when he did the press tour for Shang-Chi, and has said that the watch holds serious sentimental value for him as a result.
“That was the watch I wore on pretty much every red carpet that I did, and it was such a memorable moment for me, so every time I look at that watch, I feel like I’m taken back to that moment in my life,” he told Haute Time last year.
2. Jacob & Co. Astronomia Solar Planet
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Liu also has an affinity for the creations of Jacob & Co., a New York City-based watchmaker renowned for crafting the extravagant “Billionaire’s Watch”.
This US$750,000 watch, a limited edition and extravagantly designed flying tourbillon, is nothing short of a masterpiece. It boasts a captivating rotating platform adorned with gemstone spheres symbolising the planets, along with a meticulously hand-painted blue magnesium globe representing Earth. With baguette-cut diamonds embellishing the 18k white gold lugs, this timepiece is a statement of both luxury and artistry.
3. Jacob & Co. Epic SF24
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At the 2023 Unforgettable Gala, an event dedicated to celebrating the accomplishments of the Asian and Pacific Islander community in entertainment, Liu chose to accessorise with a Jacob & Co. Epic SF24. This watch, encased in Grade 5 titanium with an opaline black dial, stands out for its unique split-flap display, echoing the nostalgic charm of old split-flap boards found in airports and train stations.
This particular model is a rare find, limited to just 101 pieces globally, making Liu’s choice all the more special for an evening that honours Asian excellence.
4. Gold Rolex Yacht-Master
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5. Vacheron Constantin Overseas
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- The Kim’s Convenience star, who will serve as the host of the upcoming People’s Choice Awards, wore a Vacheron Constantin Overseas to last year’s Met Gala honouring Karl Lagerfeld
- Liu also has an affinity for the New York City-based Jacob & Co., wearing the Astronomia Solar Baguette to the 2021 Met Gala and the Epic SF24 to the 2023 Unforgettable Gala