Here are 9 things we learnt about PM Lee in today's Facebook chat (Part 1)

At face value, the Saturday morning event sounded like something for early risers.

But Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong's live Q&A session on Facebook turned out to be a pretty entertaining affair - thanks to netizens' off-the-cuff queries.

While the usual bread-and-butter issues received some airing, Mr Lee also opened up about himself - and his habits - during the nearly hour-long session.

From how long he sleeps each night to his penchant for pink shirts, here are nine things we just found out about the man:

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1) How he takes awesome photos

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His skills have been documented before.

Clearly a photo buff, Michael Gressick wanted to know what secret ingredients were used.

 Shutterbugs, take note:

Now you know which apps to go for.

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2) His favourite food

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While no specifics were mentioned, home cooks will welcome the acknowledgment.

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3) Why he wears pink

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Psst, it's a go-to colour because...

Didn't seem like he took up the offer to attend Pink Dot rally, though.

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4) The next drink spot he's likely to hit

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Maybe you'll find PM Lee and his entourage in the queue the next time you visit your nearest Koi Cafe for bubble tea.

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5) Man's best friend is...

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He's a fan of golden retrievers.

What would nine-year-old Charlotte Eng, who wants to keep the breed at home, say about his choice?

Maybe this...

Photo: Ainsley Yip

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6) Why he started using Facebook

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Seems he has other ministers to thank.

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7) He gets 6 hours of shut-eye

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And taking steps to good health is always welcome.

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8) Work-life balance doesn't come easily

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Hands up, those who knew the Prime Minister was a romantic at heart.

What made us laugh louder was how this person swooped in for a quick plug when the fitness exercise system Pilates was mentioned.

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9) His alternative career

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In a parallel universe, this may actually come true.

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Related report:
The 7 issues that PM Lee took on in today's Facebook chat (Part 2)
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