'Queen of Tears' actor Jeon Bae Soo recently shared his fondness for his on-screen children.

In a special 'Family' episode of tvN's popular show 'You Quiz on the Block', aired on May 8th, Jeon Bae Soo and Kim Mi Kyung, the nation's beloved parental figures, graced the show as guests.

Kim Mi Kyung, known for her numerous roles as a mother, mentioned that she had about 80 on-screen daughters.

In response, Jeon Bae Soo humorously admitted, "I'm a bit weaker than my senior," revealing that he had around 18 to 20 on-screen children.

Jeon Bae Soo, who recently portrayed Kim Soo Hyun's father in the hit drama 'Queen of Tears', shared, "At first, I wondered why it was going well, but the production company thinks of me as a lucky charm," evoking laughter with his witty remarks.

He continued, "Actually, my first on-screen daughter was Kim Ji Won. So Ji Won holds a special place in my heart. At the modest party after the script reading of 'Queen of Tears', I went to Ji Won and said, 'Thanks to you, I've come this far,'" he shared, lightening the mood with his jest.

Interestingly, he added, "It's a bit coincidental, but all my on-screen children became lawyers," referring to Kim Soo Hyun, a lawyer in 'Queen of Tears', and Park Eun Bin, a lawyer in 'Extraordinary Attorney Woo'.

Jo Seho, the host, praised, "You raised your on-screen children well," causing everyone to burst into laughter.

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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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