#SHOWBIZ: Grasshopper singer Calvin Choy's six-fingered hand mistaken for AI glitch

Hong Kong-based Cantopop singer Calvin Choy of Grasshopper has captured the attention of internet users after a photograph of him showcasing six fingers on his right hand was interpreted as an artificial intelligence (AI) glitch. The 61-year-old artist drew attention after appearing in the TVB drama This City Never Sleeps, alongside Julian Cheung and Ron Ng, according to 8Days.

A netizen shared a screenshot of Choy on Threads, commenting that the image appeared AI-generated due to his uniquely shaped right hand. However, the additional digit is genuine. Choy was born with polydactyly, a condition in which an individual possesses extra fingers or toes.

Long-time followers are familiar with Choy's distinctive right hand, which has earned him nicknames such as Sir One One, Sir 11, and the Six-Fingered Demon. The revelation triggered a surge of humorous responses, with some social media users expressing surprise while others indulged in the jokes.

One netizen remarked, "AI is too young. He already had six fingers before you were even born." Another joked, "Choy could give two thumbs-up with just one hand." Despite the online buzz, Choy has never been hesitant to display his extra thumb on social media and openly discussed the condition, stating that it has never impacted his daily life, dancing, or music career.

Choy has also revealed that he once met someone with 12 fingers, indicating his comfort in discussing a characteristic that has become a trademark. Grasshopper, a veteran trio formed in 1985, consists of Choy alongside Edmond So and Remus Choy. The discovery of Choy's six-fingered hand served as an additional reason for fans to appreciate his unique appearance, demonstrating that some phenomena are more extraordinary than artificial intelligence.