Jessica Kan (簡淑兒) is a budding TVB actress. Derek Mackesy (麥大力) was a former Cathay Dragon pilot who signed with TVB after winning the variety show, “See Me Fly Again” (衝上雲霄大選). How did these two make the gossip news? The two were rumored to be dating after they were spotted in the streets behaving intimately and had their hands intertwined. Derek Mackesy was seen giving Jessica Kan a bear hug and the two were even kissing.
Derek Mackesy and Jessica Kan met while filming TVB variety show, “SUPER FIVE”, alongside Mayanne Mak, Brian Chu, and Crystal Fung. It’s reported the two kept in contact after the show ended and would often meet up. Derek Mackesy was also present when Jessica Kan and good friend, Alycia Chan (陳婉衡), went diving together.
After much speculation, Jessica Kan and Derek Mackesy admitted they were dating to Oriental Daily News. Jessica Kan said, “Relationship matters will be handled privately. Thankful to everyone for their blessings and concerns.” As for Derek Mackesy, he responded, “We met on set filming together & developed over time. Thank you for your blessings & concerns, really appreciated!” It’s reported Derek Mackesy and Jessica Kan have been dating for two months.