Lee Chong Wei’s mother, Khor Kim Choi Biography: Net Worth, Husband, Age, Net Worth, Children, Height

Khor Kim Choi is a Malaysian woman best known as the mother of Datuk Lee Chong Wei, one of the greatest badminton players ever.

She is a supportive and proud parent who witnessed her son’s achievements in various international tournaments, such as the Olympic Games, the World Championships, and the Commonwealth Games.

Profile

• Full name: Khor Kim Choi
• Date of birth: N/A
• Age: N/A
• Gender: Female
• Place of birth: Malaysia
• Nationality: Malaysian
• Profession: Homemaker
• Height: 167cm
• Parents: N/A
• Siblings: N/A
• Spouse: Lee Ah Chai
• Children: Lee Chong Hui, Lee Chong Meng, Lee Chong Yin, and Lee Chong Wei
• Relationship status: Married
• Net worth: $500k

Early Life & Education

Khor Kim Choi was born and raised in Malaysia, where she is of Malaysian Chinese descent.

She grew up in Baga Serai, Perak, a small town in the country’s northwestern part. She received little formal education but learned to speak Mandarin, Hokkien, and Malay.

Personal Life

Khor Kim Choi married Lee Ah Chai, who is also a Malaysian Chinese and a badminton enthusiast.

They had four children, including Lee Chong Hui, Lee Chong Meng, Lee Chong Yin, and Lee Chong Wei, with Lee Chong Wei being the youngest in the family.

As a child, Lee Ah Chai taught Lee Chong Wei the basics of badminton. They also support their other children, who are involved in different professions, such as engineering, accounting, and business.

Khor Kim Choi is a devout Buddhist. She is humble and kind and does not like to be in the spotlight or receive special treatment.

Career

Khor Kim Choi has not had a professional career, as she is a homemaker who cares for her family.

However, she has played an important role in her son’s career, encouraging and supporting him to pursue his passion for badminton.

She also helped him cope with the pressure and challenges he faced in his journey to become a world-class player.

She is proud of her son’s achievements and considers him her greatest gift. She also appeared in a biopic film about Lee Chong Wei’s life, released in 2018. She played herself in a scene where she hugged her son after he won a match.

Net Worth

Khor Kim Choi’s net worth is around $500k, as she has no income source.

However, she benefits from her son’s wealth, as he is one of the richest athletes in Malaysia.

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @leechongweiofficial
• Twitter handle: @LeeChongWei