Getting To Know Jeff Satur, The Valentino Poster Boy Gracing FEMALE’s June Edition Cover
Just how charming is the singer-songwriter, actor and first Thai ambassador for the house of Valentino, Jeff Satur? Read on. Don't say we didn't warn you.
By Noelle Loh,
With his chiselled features, twinkling brown eyes, wavy locks and winsome smile, Jeff Satur is Disney prince cute. His demeanour – boyish yet professional, easy‑going and down‑to‑earth – only turns up the charm.
Take how on set, he’s all work mode, responding to directions from the photographer without a flinch or complaint. Off the set, he’s just the right amount of genial, greeting every single person, voluntarily sharing about his recent concert, and even asking a crew member where he got his vintage tee from – pretty real for someone often considered one of the most talented artistes of his generation.
Valentino by Alessandro Michele velvet jacket with embroidery, cotton Oxford shirt, wool gabardine pants and VLogo Signature lace gloves; and Valentino Garavani Le Chat De La Maison nylon and metal single earring (worn on both ears), Fleur Lumineuse resin pearl and metal necklace with enamel and fabric, and calfskin ankle boots, Valentino
Days before this shoot, he was one of the biggest winners at the prestigious Kom Chad Luek Awards – an annual event organised by the Thai newspaper of the same name, with the winners selected by both a panel of judges and public voting. Besides clinching the prizes for Best Male Solo Artist and Best Thai Pop Song (for his rousing ballad Ghost), he was crowned Best Leading Actor for his role in the 2024 release The Paradise of Thorns. If you’re not into Thai dramas, this gripping and beautifully shot sociopolitical movie – in which Satur plays a gay man forced to battle the family of his deceased partner over property – could very well change your mind.
What about him that most convinced us – and likely Saturdayss (what his fans are called) all over – that the 30‑year‑old is seriously cute and thus the perfect cover star for this edition of Female, though, is something not every celebrity has: an endearing affection for cats.
Valentino by Alessandro Michele wool‑blend jacket, cotton Oxford shirt with embroidery, wool gadardine bermuda shorts, and cotton socks; and Valentino Garavani Le Chat De La Maison jacquard brooch with resin bead embroidery, VLogo Signature calfskin belt, Bowshire calfskin loafers, and Nellcôte large suede shopping bag with metal studs and rivets, Valentino
Satur famously has 17 as pets – all strays that he took in – and even mentioned them in his thank‑you speech when he was named Best Solo Artist at the T‑Pop Of The Year, or TOTY, Music Awards in March this year. “I don’t want them to feel neglected,” he said. Naturally, the crowd responded with a resounding, collective “aww”.
Just about a week prior to that, his cat dad pride was on full display at the Valentino Fall Winter 2025 show in Paris, where he – the brand’s first Thai ambassador – turned up with the viral Valentino Garavani Le Chat De La Maison minaudiere, which debuted on the runway in the previous season, and in a matching sweater. The name translates to “Valentino Garavani The House Cat”, and pieces feature a white‑and‑blue feline figure with big, doll‑like eyes that looks right out of a vintage children’s storybook and could only be the product of Valentino creative director Alessandro Michele’s fun and fantastical imagination. In Fall 2025, the motif turns up on the likes of statement earrings, bag charms and even ready‑to‑wear, including said sweater.
Valentino by Alessandro Michele cotton T-shirt, denim jeans with metal cabochons, and cotton socks; and Valentino Garavani Le Chat De La Maison nylon and metal necklace, matching minaudiere, Vlogo Signature brushed calfskin belt, and Bowshire calfskin loafers, Valentino
“I love it,” Satur tells us after our shoot in Bangkok. “A cat is pretty different from a dog. Dogs tend to be extroverted, and seek affection and company more. Meanwhile, cats are introverted and can live on their own, but sometimes, they need love too, which I find pretty charming.
“To see this collection with this iconic cat doll is just kind of cute. It really represents the spirit of the whole collection: cute with some mystery – because cats are also mysterious animals, and I really love that kind of energy.”
Ahead, the singer, songwriter, actor and budding producer tells us more about his passions, ambition and what else he finds cute.
Valentino by Alessandro Michele cotton T-shirt, denim jeans with metal cabochons, and cotton socks; and Valentino Garavani Le Chat De La Maison nylon and metal necklace, matching minaudiere, Vlogo Signature brushed calfskin belt, and Bowshire calfskin loafers, Valentino
WHAT WERE YOU LIKE GROWING UP AS A CHILD?
“I was a bookworm, but I was not a good student. My GPA was something like 0.91 out of four. I didn’t like learning things that I didn’t want to learn, so I’d read my own book in class and not pay attention to what was being taught. What I was more interested in were history, poetry, art and manga – that sort of stuff. I was also quite adventurous. I have a lot of scars, like one under my chin. I learnt karate and have a black belt in it. I just liked learning new things and would push boundaries when I was playing. You can say I have two sides: an extreme side and a nerdy side.”
WERE YOU ALWAYS A CAT PERSON?
“Growing up, I loved animals. When I was 15, I really wanted a pet – it could have been a cat or a dog – and my mum allowed me to have a pet dog for a brief time … I even wanted to be a vet – until I realised it meant I had to study real hard. I ended up studying music instead, but I still have a love for animals – every type of animal. My first cat was a stray and I like to say that cats are like fruits on a plant: After you get one, you’ll get another one, and then another one. Now, if there’s a cat that nobody wants, it gets given to me.”
Valentino by Alessandro Michele wool and cotton sweater, cotton shirt with ruffled trim (layered underneath), and cotton canvas pants; and Valentino Garavani Viva Superstar nappa leather shoulder bag, Le Chat De La Maison nylon and metal bag charm, and MJ Blues leather derby shoes with tassels, Valentino
WHAT’S YOUR DEFINITION OF CUTE?
“Something that makes you smile and feel safe when you look at it”
Valentino by Alessandro Michele ribbed cotton vest with embroidery, cotton shirt with ruffled trim, and cotton canvas pants; and Valentino Garavani Nellcôte suede shoulder bag with metal studs and rivets, and VLogo Signature calfskin loafers, Valentino
THAT’S VERY CUTE. NOW TELL US WHAT IT’S LIKE HAVING WON PRIZES FOR BOTH MUSIC AND ACTING AT THE 2025 KOM CHAD LUEK AWARDS.
“It’s something I’m proud of because, you know, when you receive an award, it usually shows that people love and respect your work … And to think that acting was something I used to hate. Eight years ago, I had others act in my music videos because I really didn’t like acting and seeing my face on screen. Over time though, I grew up and started finding acting fun, and doing more of it – first in KinnPorsche: The Series (the 2022 BL TV drama that shot him to mainstream fame) and then in The Paradise of Thorns, which is my first movie role, so the acting award means a lot to me.”
Valentino by Alessandro Michele poplin bowling shirt, and denim jeans with metal cabochons; and Valentino Garavani Chez Valentino metal single earring with enamel, and silk scarf, Valentino
BESIDES SINGING AND ACTING, YOU’VE EVEN STARTED YOUR OWN PRODUCTION AND MANAGEMENT COMPANY, STUDIO ON SATURN. WHAT’S YOUR VISION AND AMBITION FOR IT?
“When I first set up Studio On Saturn, I saw it as a way to officiate working together with my team, which is made up of three other people who are very close to me – they’re friends and people I grew up with. Everyone works very hard because there are just four of us, and Studio On Saturn is meant to be like a family business. I’m not the leader. Everyone has the space to speak and share ideas. And I’d like for it to grow so that one day in the future, it also becomes a label that represents other artistes because it’s our passion to help build the careers of other artistes. That’s what I’m looking forward to.”
Valentino by Alessandro Michele nylon blouson, cotton Oxford shirt and nylon gabardine pants, Valentino
WE’VE READ THAT ONE OF STUDIO ON SATURN’S UPCOMING PROJECTS IS THE ORIGINAL SERIES HAPPY ENDING, WHICH YOU NOT ONLY WILL STAR IN, BUT ALSO WRITE, PRODUCE AND COMPOSE MUSIC FOR. CAN YOU REVEAL MORE ABOUT IT?
“It’ll be the first time that I’m doing all of this for a project. I love exploring new things because one can only discover something new when one gets out of one’s comfort zone. And I know it’s going to be hard work having to be involved in so many parts and every little detail of the show … I’m not going to say too much, but you can expect it to be out maybe at the end of this year or the beginning of next year.”
WHAT’S YOUR DEFINITION OF SUCCESS AS AN ARTISTE AND A CREATIVE PERSON?
“For me, a successful artiste is one whose work inspires others and provides a safe zone for them. Success to me is when you’re able to reach into the hearts of people, and I believe that such success – when people can genuinely feel your craft – is what will bring more success.”
THIS INTERVIEW HAS BEEN EDITED FOR BREVITY AND CLARITY.
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