Look Yan Kit


Look Yan Kit was a Cantonese dentist who came to Singapore in 1877 and found great success, having several high-profile clientele. He was a millionaire.

Early life

Look was born in Guangzhou in 1849 and studied dentistry in Hong Kong.

Career

Look came to Singapore in 1877, where he opened a dental clinic. He was very successful, and attracted several high-profile clientele, such as Abu Bakar of Johor and the Rajah of Solo. Due to the success of the clinic, he became a millionaire.
He owned 70 houses and two plantations. He was a founder of the Kwong [Wai Shiu Hospital], and served on the hospital's management committee.

Personal life and death

Look had four sons. He died in 1933.

Legacy

and the Yan [Kit Swimming Complex] were named after him.