Pop sensation Billie Eilish caught attention by mentioning Jennie from BLACKPINK and BTS.

On the latest episode of tvN's 'You Quiz on the Block' aired on the 26th, Billie Eilish appeared and had a chat with hosts Yoo Jae-suk and Jo Se-ho.

During the show, Jo Se-ho recalled attending Billie Eilish's concert in Korea last year and asked, "Do you remember BTS RM and J-Hope sitting in the front row?"

Billie Eilish replied, "I remember. It was such an honor to have them there. They are amazing people," drawing attention with her heartfelt response.

Billie Eilish also talked about her album listening session interview in Korea, where BLACKPINK's Jennie served as the MC. She expressed her gratitude, saying, "It was a real honor. Jennie is incredibly talented and a wonderful person. It meant a lot to me that she interviewed me instead of the other way around."

Reflecting on her friendship with Jennie, Billie Eilish shared, "I don't have many friends here, so having a friend like her was very special. We stay in touch regularly. I adore Jennie," revealing their close bond.

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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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