iKON member Bobby made a sudden announcement of marriage.

In a handwritten letter on August 20, Bobby said, "I have a story I want to tell you today, so I am writing this after much thought. I promised to marry the person I love. And I will become a father also in September. I'm happy with the fact, but I feel even more sorry for the fans who would be embarrassed by my sudden news."

He continued, "I should have informed you sooner, but because of this, I'm sorry for the delay because I was worried about it. I sincerely apologize to those who were hurt or confused by my story." "I will become a person who will not be ashamed of the iKON members, fans, and parents who have made me so lacking in the person the world needs. In addition, I will do my best not to become a nuisance to the fans and members who are waiting for iKON's activities."

Below is the full text of Bobby's handwritten letter:

I have a story I want to tell you today, so I am writing this after much deliberation.

I promise to marry the person I love. And in September I will become a father again. I am happy to have a new family, but I feel even more sorry for the fans who are embarrassed by my sudden news.

I should have informed you sooner, but I'm sorry for the delay because I was worried about this.

I feel a heavy responsibility because I feel like I am putting a heavy burden on the people who have always helped and supported me with all my heart.

I sincerely apologize to those who have been offended or greatly confused by my story.

I will become a person who will not be ashamed of the iKON members, fans, and parents who have made me, who is lacking in this way, the person the world needs.

In addition, we will do our best not to become a nuisance to the fans and members who are waiting for iKON's activities.

Lee Kyung Gyu's star-making influence goes beyond Kang Ho Dong, as Hong Jin Kyung shares how he helped her kickstart her career.

On the April 24 episode of KBS 2TV’s Problem Child in House, legendary comedian Lee Kyung Gyu appeared as a guest—and a touching story from the past was revealed.

Hong Jin Kyung surprised everyone when she said, “He’s the teacher for all of us. Personally, he’s the one who helped me debut.” She even pinned a carnation flower on his chest to show her gratitude.

Lee Kyung Gyu smiled and said, “I still remember when Hong Jin Kyung walked up the stairs onto the stage for the first time.”

Hong Jin Kyung then shared her journey to becoming a star. “I joined a supermodel contest, but only the top 3 winners were noticed in broadcasting. I got a special prize, so I had no chance to be on TV."

She continued, "At first, I was just a backup for a show. But somehow, I became a regular the next week. I never knew why."

She added, "I thought the PD gave me a shot. But then one day, I randomly met Kyung Gyu sunbae, and he told me it was actually him who recommended me.”

Kim Sook asked with a smile, “So Kyung Gyu sunbae said nice things about you to the PD?”

Lee Kyung Gyu playfully replied, “Don’t say it in such a childish way,” making everyone laugh.

He then explained more seriously, “The show was Scoop TV Entertainment, and I was pretty much the main MC. When Jin Kyung showed up, I saw her determination and passion."

He added, "While others didn’t seem serious, she really stood out. I told the PD, ‘She seems unique. Why not keep her on the show?’”

Kim Jong Kook chimed in, “So if the main MC said that, doesn’t that mean you basically got her in?”

That made Lee Kyung Gyu happy. He grinned and replied, “Exactly! You speak well. Be like him!”

He added, “After that, Jin Kyung’s career took off. She started doing shows with Lee Young Ja and just kept going.”

Fans are now calling Lee Kyung Gyu not only a top MC, but also a quiet star-maker behind the scenes!

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