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Who Is Aon Somrutai, and Why Do People Love Her?

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<div style="text-align:center"><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:960px;display:block" width="960"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1784261295423741948215_18611674330020098_8008354378468608236_n.jpg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/><span class="fr-inner">Aon Somrutai | Photo by @viktoriia_photographer via @aonsomrutai</span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><p><strong>Aon Somrutai</strong>, born <strong>Somrutai Rattanawaraha</strong>, has captured the hearts of millions across Southeast Asia with her infectious personality, luxury fashion content, and charismatic online presence. She recently visited the <strong>Philippines</strong>,<strong></strong> expanding her career into the country&#x27;s entertainment industry, ultimately boosting her global appeal. Through her partnership with<strong> Universal Records Philippines </strong>and <strong>GLXY Management</strong>,<strong></strong> she aims to continuously use her platform as a space for happiness and positive energy.</p><p>Just recently, she attended the <strong>Yanina Couture</strong> show at <strong>Paris Fashion Week Haute Couture Week Fall/Winter 2026-2027</strong>, and one of her highlight videos from the event garnered more than 100 million views, as of this writing, proving her scene-stealing star power and virality. </p><div><br/></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-2" src="https://www.instagram.com/reel/Dajz9p6z4V_/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=810&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A2%2C%22os%22%3A23112665.7%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="881" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-2" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><br/></div><div><strong>Beyond her viral fame, here are five fun facts to help you get to know the empowered woman behind the screen:</strong></div><div><br/></div><div><strong>She is a well-known and well-loved Thai influencer. </strong></div><p><strong></strong>Aon has built a huge following on social media, where she&#x27;s known for churning out content on fashion, beauty, travel, fitness, motherhood, lifestyle, and everything in between. Though rich and famous, Aon&#x27;s personality and aura aren&#x27;t intimidating, endearing her to so many netizens who appreciate her beauty, style, wit, and humor. Aon has become viral for the catchphrase &quot;<strong>Thank You Kateyki</strong>.<strong></strong>&quot; She initially used &quot;Kateyki&quot; to refer to her bodyguard whose name she couldn&#x27;t quite pronounce properly, so she just created a new name. She calls all her bodyguards &quot;Kateyki.&quot; She told <em>Harper&#x27;s Bazaar Singapore</em>, &quot;&#x27;Ka&#x27; means &#x27;Khun&#x27; in Thai. It&#x27;s like how to say, how to call people [in a] polite way. &#x27;Khun-tey-ki.&#x27; So it [becomes] &#x27;Kateyki&#x27; is like &#x27;Kentucky&#x27; or something.&quot;</p><p>Currently, she has 2.6 million followers on <strong>Instagram</strong> and 7.1 million followers on <strong>TikTok</strong>. </p><div><br/></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-0" src="https://www.instagram.com/reel/DaxV2-jznly/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=810&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A0%2C%22os%22%3A22006378.599999998%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="881" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-0" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><br/></div><div><br/></div><div><strong>She is a multi-talented artist.</strong></div><p>There&#x27;s so much more to Aon than her digital stardom. The 29-year-old 5&#x27;8&quot; stunner is also a singer, an actress, and a businesswoman. She dipped her toes in music, turning the viral success of her catchphrase into a catchy song titled &quot;<strong>Thank You Kateyki (Lalala)</strong>.<strong></strong>&quot; Now, with her collaboration with Universal Records Philippines, it can be expected that she will continue to tap into her persona as a singer. On working with the record label and GLXY Management, Aon told <strong>Metro.Style</strong>, &quot;So I decided to work with Universal Records and Galaxy Management because our vision is quite similar, and they understand my vision. So in the future, I hope I have [the] opportunity to work here.&quot; Aon is also trying acting and has appeared in the 2025 Thai drama <em><strong>The Next Prince</strong></em>. Apart from these talents, Aon is also such a natural when it comes to content creation. She&#x27;s clearly familiar with her audience and knows exactly how to entertain them on social media. </p><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><iframe data-testid="embed-iframe" style="border-radius:12px" src="https://open.spotify.com/embed/track/0t5Le98LJKr4ddr6lrIoaG?utm_source=generator&amp;si=a838ec23df10464f" width="100%" height="352" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe><br/></div><div><br/></div><div><br/></div><div><em></em></div><div><strong>She&#x27;s a style star with a fashion-related business. </strong></div><p><strong></strong>We know: we&#x27;re stating the obvious. Fashion is a significant part of her DNA and branding. Her style is so versatile—she can be fun and feminine, sharp and chic, sexy and playful, bold and edgy, or elegant and glamorous. She just wants to have fun dressing up, and her followers love how cool she is. Her pleasant personality, friendly demeanor, and positive energy are such a breath of fresh air in the world of fashion. </p><p>Aon founded <strong>Perrine Porter</strong>, a luxury brand store that perfectly aligns with her passion for high fashion and her advocacy for sustainable fashion. She promotes a circular economy, encouraging consumers to purchase pre-owned luxury goods to address environmental issues associated with fast fashion.</p><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><strong>Aon as a lady boss</strong></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-20" src="https://www.instagram.com/reel/DV-1mQ6Ce8I/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=810&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A20%2C%22os%22%3A27002865.4%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="881" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-20" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><strong>Fun and feminine</strong></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-10" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/Dam853WkzQf/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=810&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A10%2C%22os%22%3A24942188.599999998%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="925" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-10" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><strong>Sharp and chic</strong></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-12" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/DW0_cLTlaDL/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=810&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A12%2C%22os%22%3A25004504%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="925" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-12" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><strong>Sexy and playful</strong></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-4" src="https://www.instagram.com/reel/DW-Q5cXE2Fd/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=810&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A4%2C%22os%22%3A24756043%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="881" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-4" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><strong>Bold and edgy</strong></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-14" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/DXF7sQZk-7K/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=810&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A14%2C%22os%22%3A25055274.5%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="925" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-14" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div style="text-align:center"><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><strong>Quirky and over-the-top</strong></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-16" src="https://www.instagram.com/reel/DW8t9wWE0ms/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=810&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A16%2C%22os%22%3A25101442.099999998%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="881" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-16" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><strong>Elegant and glamorous</strong></div><div style="text-align:center"><strong></strong></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-8" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/DW3MVfFlSPp/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=810&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A8%2C%22os%22%3A24889718.4%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="926" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-8" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><br/></div><div><br/></div><div><strong>She has collaborated with many brands and celebrities.</strong></div><div><strong></strong></div><p>With content creation collaborations so popular these days, Aon, as a social media maven, is on top of these opportunities. The brands she has partnered with include Loewe, Louis Vuitton, Chopard, Jimmy Choo, Roger Vivier, Revolve, Swatch, Dyson, SK-II, L&#x27;Oréal, and Maybelline, among others. Although her branding is luxury, her relatability goes beyond that because a wide range of followers appreciate her genuine, authentic content. </p><p>Aon also had content collab with celebrities like BLACKPINK&#x27;s Lisa, Bambam, Jackson Wang, Winnie Harlow, and Fil-Am artist Liza Soberano. </p><p>Recently, she was spotted with Filipino actress/fashion influencer Heart Evangelista at the Paris Fashion Week. Asked about that encounter, Aon revealed to Metro.Style, &quot;I have a collaboration with Heart. She is so kind and I can feel like the same energy, like we know each other before. She is so cute... and we love fashion together.&quot;</p><p>Looking forward to visit the Philippines again soon, Aon added that she wants to explore collaborating with more Filipino creators and artists. </p><div><br/></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-18" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/DakvrZDE5kA/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=810&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A18%2C%22os%22%3A26231611.5%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="926" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-18" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><br/></div><div><br/></div><div><strong>She&#x27;s a mom, and she makes motherhood look so fun.</strong></div><p>Aon gave birth to a daughter, named Freyana, in November 2025. And you can see her adorable little one joining her shopping, traveling, and creating content. Oh, how we love to see them in more coordinated, twinning outfits. A powerful mom-and-daughter duo!</p><div><br/></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-22" src="https://www.instagram.com/reel/DaNSqTMzIZ4/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=810&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A22%2C%22os%22%3A27246960.7%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="881" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-22" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div style="text-align:center"><br/></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-24" src="https://www.instagram.com/reel/DaC_dfiza3a/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=810&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A24%2C%22os%22%3A27306353%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="881" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-24" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><br/></div><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><strong>Watch the clip below for the highlights of her press conference in Manila, as well as our exclusive chat with her:</strong></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-26" src="https://www.instagram.com/reel/DawkDcARier/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=810&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A26%2C%22os%22%3A27405420%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="857" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-26" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><br/></div><p>Lead photos by <strong>@viktoriia_photographer </strong>via <strong>@aonsomrutai</strong></p><div style="text-align:left"><br/></div>

<p>Thai sensation Aon Somrutai may be all about high fashion, but she's endearing for being so down-to-earth, too!</p>

Thai sensation Aon Somrutai may be all about high fashion, but she's endearing for being so down-to-earth, too!

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