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\u201cI have always carried a heart full of gratitude.\u00a0Star Awards\u00a0once gave me encouragement and affirmation in my acting career,\u201d he wrote.<\/span><\/p>\n \u201cI deeply understand what these awards mean to every fellow artiste who is still climbing the path, they are a testament to sweat and perseverance.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n He acknowledged that winning an award is \u201ca ladder for them to step towards their next opportunity\u201d.<\/span><\/p>\n While\u00a0<\/strong>Xie\u00a0appreciated the chance to meet audiences again last year through\u00a0The Gift Of Time,\u00a0he held on to his decision to step away from the limelight.<\/span><\/p>\n \u201cI am already in a semi-retired state. I would rather the spotlight be left to the outstanding actors who are actively working now, so they may have more opportunities to shine,\u201d he said.<\/span><\/p>\n He added that the success of a role is never the work of one single person and that \u201cevery team member behind-the-scenes is indispensable\u201d.<\/span><\/p>\n \u201cIf the character has lived up to expectations, the credit belongs to the team\u2019s professionalism and dedication,\u201d he said. \u201cI wish all my colleagues continued progress and hope they will contribute even more wonderful work to the performing arts.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n 8days.sg<\/span> reached out to Xie\u2019s manager, who confirmed that the actor will not be attending the awards ceremony, even as a guest.<\/span><\/p>\n