Thai PM Receives 16-Year-Old Rockstar Nene at Government House
The Prime Minister honored 16-year-old guitarist Nene at Government House after her viral success on America's Got Talent, pledging government support for her international music career.
Sixteen-year-old Thai guitarist Nene, who rose to fame busking in Phuket's night markets, was invited to Government House in Bangkok where she performed an electric guitar solo of "Zombie" before Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul and cabinet members. The Prime Minister personally presented her with the "Amazing Thailand" national honor badge and pledged full government backing for her career, calling her a role model for Thailand's youth on the global stage. The visit marked a major milestone for the self-taught musician, who recently achieved over 106 million views on America's Got Talent.