It was reported that Jessica, a former Girls' Generation member, would appear in a Chinese girl group survival variety show.

On March 10, a number of Chinese media reported that Jessica would appear in the Chinese entertainment show 'Seungpoong, Blue, Red, Blue, and Dark Season 3'.

'Seungpoong Blue Red Jerk' is a survival entertainment show in which 30 female celebrities in their 30s gather and re-debut as a five-member girl group through practice and missions.

In the past, the program became a hot topic with the appearances of former Miss A members Fei and Jia, and Hong Kong star Chang Baek Ji.

It is currently unknown what role Jessica will appear in the program.

As the news spread, the interest of Korean and Chinese fans is growing.

Meanwhile, after leaving Girls' Generation in September 2014, Jessica worked as the chief designer for the fashion brand she launched and was active in Greater China with her boyfriend Tyler Kwon.

However, last year, his fashion brand 'Blanc & Eclair' was sued for 8 billion won in debt from Hong Kong company Joyking Enterprises, causing controversy.

It was also reported that in 2019, the Chinese company suffered a contract violation lawsuit and lost.

There was a prediction that Jessica's activities in China would become difficult in the future, but on the 8th, Coridel, Jessica's agency, said on Weibo, "The dispute with the agency has already been resolved amicably in July of last year."

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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