Actor Yoo Seung Ho shared how he prepared for his role as an LGBTQ+ character.

On July 24, a rehearsal for the play ‘Angels in America’ took place at Green Campus, Sungshin Women's University in Seoul.

‘Angels in America,’ written by Tony Kushner and first performed in 1991, explores themes of discrimination and confusion faced by social minorities in 1980s America. Yoo Seung Ho plays Prior Walter, a character with AIDS who receives a prophecy from an angel.

Yoo Seung Ho said, “I didn’t know much about the issues in ‘Angels in America,’ so I worked with other actors and tried things like manicures and accessories. The director thought it would help us understand the gaze that minorities face in everyday life, and it was very useful.”

He added, “I know I can’t fully understand their feelings, but I’m working with senior actor Son Ho Jun to get closer to their experiences.”

The play ‘Angels in America’ will run at LG SIGNATURE Hall in LG Art Center Seoul from August 6 to September 28.

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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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