OH MY GIRL's Arin continues to inspire with her charitable acts.

On the 18th, WM Entertainment announced, "In honor of Arin's birthday on June 18th, she has donated 20 million won through the Beautiful Foundation to support education and stability for self-supporting youth."

Since 2021, Arin has marked her birthdays by giving back, focusing on empowering young adults to achieve independence.

Last year alone, she donated a total of 30 million won to provide stable housing for youth facing housing challenges, reaching a cumulative donation of 100 million won.

Through her consistent charity efforts, Arin has touched many hearts and spread positivity, reflecting the love she receives from her fans.

Arin shared her thoughts, saying, "I chose to support eighteen-year-olds to give back the love I've received from my fans," and added, "I hope this donation helps young people leaving care facilities to start anew with hope."

Apart from her activities with OH MY GIRL, Arin is expanding her career as an actress, appearing in tvN drama 'Hwanhon' and the webtoon-based series 'S-Line', showcasing her versatility in various fields.

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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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